Dehradun to Delhi Train
The Dehradun Shatabdi Express (12018) departs Dehradun (DDN) in the afternoon and arrives New Delhi (NDLS) in approximately 5 hours — the fastest return from Dehradun, Mussoorie, or Uttarakhand. Distance: 302 km. Chair Car from ₹475. Mussoorie Express has Sleeper class for overnight return travel.
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Dehradun to Delhi Train — Distance, Duration & Fares
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Rail Distance | ~302 km |
| Journey Duration | 4.5–6 hours |
| Sleeper Class (SL) | From ₹175 approx. |
| 3 Tier AC (3AC / 3A) | From ₹475 approx. |
| 2 Tier AC (2AC / 2A) | From ₹680 approx. |
| Advance Booking Opens | 120 days before journey at 8:00 AM IST |
| Tatkal Booking Opens | 1 day before — AC at 10:00 AM, Non-AC at 11:00 AM IST |
* Fares are approximate base fares. Actual fares vary by train, quota, and season. Check live fares on IRCTC before booking.
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- Check seat availability first — use PNR Alert route search to see which trains have confirmed seats on your travel date and class.
- Choose train and class — Rajdhani is fastest, AC-only. For Sleeper class, choose Express or Superfast trains. Compare departure times, days, and classes.
- Book on IRCTC — go to irctc.co.in or IRCTC Rail Connect app. Log in, select train/class/quota, and pay. Book up to 120 days in advance at 8:00 AM.
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Fastest Return: Dehradun Shatabdi (12018)
The Dehradun Shatabdi Express (12018) departs Dehradun (DDN) at 17:00 daily and arrives New Delhi (NDLS) at 21:55 in approximately 5 hours. Chair Car only; catering included. This is the natural return for tourists and business travellers from Dehradun, Mussoorie, and Rishikesh/Haridwar area.
Overnight Return: Mussoorie Express
Mussoorie Express departs Dehradun in the evening/night with Sleeper and AC berths, arriving Delhi in the early morning. Good for those who want to maximise time in the hills before returning. Jan Shatabdi (14120) is the budget Chair Car option.
Reaching Dehradun Station From Mussoorie/Haridwar
From Mussoorie to DDN station: shared cabs from Mussoorie Bus Stand, ~1 hour, ₹80–120. From Haridwar to DDN station: shared cabs available, ~1.5 hours. From Rishikesh to DDN: shared cabs, ~45 minutes. Allow enough buffer time before your train.
Return Timing Considerations
Summer hill-station season (April–June) sees heavy return traffic on Sundays — shared cabs from Mussoorie to DDN can get delayed. Arrive at Dehradun station 30–45 minutes before departure to be safe.
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