When the heat of the plains gets unbearable, these 5 hill stations within 350 km of Delhi offer cool relief. All easily reachable by cab in one day.
Delhi summers are brutal. But within a few hours' drive, you can be in the cool embrace of the Himalayas. Here are the five best hill stations you can reach by cab from Delhi (or from Bareilly, which is even closer to most of them).
1. Nainital (280 km from Delhi)
The most popular choice. Boating on Naini Lake, the Zoo, Mall Road shopping, and stunning lake views. Best for families.
2. Mussoorie (295 km from Delhi)
The Queen of Hills. Kempty Falls, Gun Hill, Lal Tibba viewpoint. Slightly cooler than Nainital with a charming colonial character.
3. Dehradun (300 km from Delhi)
Bigger city with a pleasant climate. Robber's Cave, Mindrolling Monastery, and excellent local food. Gateway to Mussoorie and Rishikesh.
4. Lansdowne (250 km from Delhi)
The hidden gem. Quiet army cantonment town with cedar forests and panoramic views. Almost no tourist crowds. Perfect for a peaceful escape.
5. Chakrata (330 km from Delhi)
The best-kept secret in Uttarakhand. Tiger Falls, Deoban forest, and views of snow-capped peaks — all with barely any tourists.
From Bareilly, You're Even Closer
Nainital is just 140 km from Bareilly. Lansdowne is 170 km. You can leave at 8 AM and be at your hill station by noon. Book a one-way or round-trip cab with KoboCabs and travel in complete comfort.