Quick answer: Dehradun can be reached by air (Jolly Grant Airport, about 35–40 km from Hotel Golden Leaf), by train (Dehradun Railway Station, about 12 km away) or by road via the Delhi–Dehradun Expressway (around 220 km from Delhi). International travellers usually fly into Delhi and connect to Dehradun by domestic flight, train or road. Hotel Golden Leaf is at 72, Chakrata Road, Sudhowala, Dehradun 248007.

Whether you are a family travelling from Mumbai, a student's parent coming from Kolkata, a wedding guest flying in from Dubai or London, or a business traveller driving up from Delhi, the first question is always the same: what is the easiest way to reach Dehradun? This guide breaks down every option — air, rail and road — with approximate distances and travel times to Hotel Golden Leaf on Chakrata Road.

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Approximate Distances From Hotel Golden Leaf

FromApprox. distanceTypical drive time
Jolly Grant Airport (DED)35–40 km1 – 1.5 hours
Dehradun Railway Stationabout 12 km30 – 45 minutes
ISBT Dehradun (bus terminal)about 10–12 km30 – 40 minutes
Indian Military Academy (IMA)about 4–5 km10 – 15 minutes
Selaqui Industrial Areaabout 8–10 km15 – 25 minutes
Mussoorieabout 40 km1.5 – 2 hours
New Delhi (via expressway)about 230 km3 – 4 hours door to door

Distances and times are approximate and depend on traffic and route. Use Google Maps with “Hotel Golden Leaf Dehradun” for live directions.

By Air: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

Jolly Grant Airport (IATA: DED) is Dehradun's airport, located near Rishikesh on the south-east side of the city. It has regular domestic flights from major Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, among others — check airline websites for the current schedule.

From the airport, pre-paid taxis and app cabs are available. The drive to Chakrata Road takes around an hour to an hour and a half, depending on city traffic. If you are landing late at night, let our front desk know your arrival time so we can keep your room ready.

Coming From Abroad

There are no regular international flights into Dehradun, so most overseas travellers fly into Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi (DEL) and then continue in one of three ways:

  • Connecting flight from Delhi to Jolly Grant Airport — the quickest option (under an hour in the air).
  • Train from New Delhi or Anand Vihar Terminal to Dehradun — comfortable and scenic.
  • Private car or taxi via the Delhi–Dehradun Expressway — convenient for families with luggage.

Remember to check India's visa requirements for your nationality well before you travel.

By Train: Dehradun Railway Station

Dehradun Railway Station is well connected to Delhi and several other parts of India. Popular options from Delhi include the Dehradun Shatabdi Express and the Vande Bharat Express (Anand Vihar Terminal – Dehradun), and there are direct trains from cities such as Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Amritsar and Howrah. Check the Indian Railways / IRCTC website for current timings.

From the station, Hotel Golden Leaf is roughly 12 km away — a 30 to 45 minute auto or cab ride west along Chakrata Road towards Prem Nagar.

By Road: Delhi–Dehradun Expressway and Other Routes

The Delhi–Dehradun Expressway is a roughly 220 km, six-lane corridor that starts near Akshardham in Delhi and passes Baghpat, Muzaffarnagar, Shamli and Saharanpur, with an elevated wildlife section through Rajaji National Park. It has cut the Delhi–Dehradun drive dramatically — plan for around 3 to 4 hours door to door, including city traffic at both ends.

  • From Chandigarh, Punjab or Himachal: travellers coming via Paonta Sahib and Vikasnagar enter Dehradun through Selaqui and Sudhowala on the Chakrata Road side — which means you reach Hotel Golden Leaf before the busy city centre.
  • From Haridwar or Rishikesh: drive via the city and continue west on Chakrata Road past Prem Nagar.
  • By bus: Uttarakhand Roadways and private buses run to ISBT Dehradun from Delhi and other cities; take an auto or cab from ISBT to Chakrata Road.

All guests arriving by car can use our secure on-site parking at no extra cost.

Finding Hotel Golden Leaf

We are located directly on the Chakrata Road main highway at 72, Chakrata Road, Opp. Dominos Pizza, Sudhowala, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248007. Search “Hotel Golden Leaf Dehradun” on Google Maps or tap Get Directions. If you get lost, call us — our front desk is open 24x7.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the nearest airport to Hotel Golden Leaf, Dehradun?

The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport (DED), Dehradun, about 35–40 km from Hotel Golden Leaf on Chakrata Road. The drive usually takes 1 to 1.5 hours depending on traffic.

How far is Hotel Golden Leaf from Dehradun Railway Station?

Hotel Golden Leaf is roughly 12 km from Dehradun Railway Station, about a 30 to 45 minute cab or auto ride west along Chakrata Road.

How long does it take to drive from Delhi to Dehradun?

Using the Delhi–Dehradun Expressway (about 220 km), the drive typically takes around 3 to 4 hours door to door, including city traffic at both ends.

How do international travellers reach Dehradun?

Most international travellers fly into Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, and then take a connecting domestic flight to Jolly Grant Airport, a train to Dehradun, or a car via the Delhi–Dehradun Expressway.

Does Hotel Golden Leaf have parking for guests arriving by car?

Yes. Hotel Golden Leaf offers secure on-site parking for all guests.