Lhasa to Kotdwar Distance & How to Reach

Tibet to Uttarakhand · 1,213 km · Compare travel & driving options

Lhasa to Kotdwar distance: 1213 km (aerial), approximately 2274 km by road. By train: ~34 hrs 59 min. By road: ~29 hrs 41 min.
Lhasa
Tibet
Kotdwar
Uttarakhand
1,213 km
aerial distance (straight line)
754 miles · Road distance: ~2,274 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
2,274 km
Road distance
29 hrs 41 min
Drive time
1,213 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Lhasa to Kotdwar
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: DED
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By Car
29 hrs 41 min
2,274 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,213 km (754 mi)
Road distance
~2,274 km
Recommended
Train (34 hrs 59 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Lhasa to Kotdwar distance overview

The straight-line distance from Lhasa to Kotdwar is approximately 1,213 km (754 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 2,274 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Tibet to Uttarakhand.

1,213 kmAerial distance
~2,274 kmBy road
34 hrs 59 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Kotdwar by air
No direct airport

Kotdwar does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is DED. Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.

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💡 Travel tips for Lhasa to Kotdwar
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Book early
Book trains 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season (Oct-Mar) for better prices and availability.
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Check weather
Avoid monsoon (Jun-Sep) for road trips. Road conditions can deteriorate and flights may face delays.
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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.
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Plan rest stops
For drives over 29 hrs 41 min, plan overnight halts. Fatigue driving is dangerous on Indian highways.
🔗 Useful travel resources

For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:

DGCA — Indian aviation authority

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Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Lhasa to Kotdwar?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Lhasa to Kotdwar is approximately 1,213 km (754 miles). The road distance is approximately 2,274 km, which takes about 29 hrs 41 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Lhasa to Kotdwar?
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 34 hrs 59 min. Kotdwar doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is DED.
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