Haryana to Uttarakhand · 206 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
The straight-line distance from Kaithal to Kotdwar is approximately 206 km (128 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 290 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Haryana to Uttarakhand.
Kotdwar does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Dehra Dun (DED). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Kaithal and Kotdwar with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 16 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Kaithal to Kotdwar route. The journey takes approximately 6 hrs 27 min covering ~290 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Kaithal to Kotdwar covers approximately 290 km and takes around 4 hrs 13 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
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IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
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