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Nainital: Delhi to the lake district
Delhi→Nainital

Nainital: Delhi to the lake district

Highway across the plains, then a steady climb to the lake. Long enough that most riders start before sunrise.

Highway across the plains, then a steady climb to the lake. Long enough that most riders start before sunrise.

Distance308 kmApprox. distance
Riding time~7 hrsApprox. ride time
Best seasonSep – MarIdeal time to ride
DifficultyIntermediateOverall rating

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Map of the road from Delhi to NainitalMap of the road from Delhi to Nainital
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Ride details

Road typeNH 9
Road conditionMostly smooth
Fuel availabilityEasily available
Best forSolo riders & groups
Plan for1 day
Places to stayEasy to find
Fuel stopsApprox. 88
MechanicsApprox. 50
HospitalsApprox. 487
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Delhi to Haldwani is largely smooth highway riding, while the final climb to Nainital features winding mountain roads, sharp hairpin bends and steep sections. Ride cautiously on blind curves and during monsoon conditions.

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