Haridwar to Nainital is 265 km, about 6.5–7.5 hrs by cab. One-way fares start at ₹6,500 (sedan) and the route runs Haridwar → Najibabad → Kashipur → Haldwani → Kaladhungi → Nainital. Booked with Shiv Ganga Travels, a Haridwar operator since 2010, with fixed fares and experienced hill drivers.
Nainital sits in the Kumaon hills, the other side of Uttarakhand from the dhams, so this is a plains-and-then-hills drive rather than a gorge route. You cross over near Haldwani and climb to the lake town through Kaladhungi’s forest. It is the go-to for families who want a relaxed lake holiday tacked onto a Haridwar trip, often with a Jim Corbett night thrown in.
Haridwar to Nainital Taxi Fare (by vehicle)
| Vehicle | Seats | One-way fare |
|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 | ₹6,500–₹7,500 |
| Ertiga | 6 | ₹8,000–₹9,500 |
| Innova Crysta | 6 | ₹9,500–₹11,500 |
| Tempo Traveller | 12 | ₹13,000–₹16,000 |
Indicative 2026 one-way rates. We confirm a fixed all-in price on enquiry — no per-km surprises, no hidden hill charges. Round trips with halts are quoted as packages.
The Route — Stops Along the Way
Why Book This Cab With Us
- ✓Naini Lake boating & Naina Devi temple
- ✓Easy to combine with Jim Corbett
- ✓Mostly highway — comfortable for seniors
- ✓Cool escape Apr–Jun
Frequently Asked Questions
Book your Haridwar → Nainital cab
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