From Delhi NCR

Delhi to Dudhwa: route, train and travel time

Dudhwa Tiger Reserve is about 7 hours by road from Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad or Gurugram. That is roughly the same as driving to Corbett, but you end up in a quieter jungle with tigers, rhinos and swamp deer.

This guide covers the road route to DTR Jungle Hideaways at the Kishanpur Zone gate, the overnight train option and airport pickups, so you can pick what suits your group.

  • ~7 hrsby road from Delhi
  • Overnighttrain + pickup option
  • 2-3 minresort to safari gate
Tiger crossing a forest road in Kishanpur, Dudhwa Cottages and garden at DTR Jungle Hideaways Herd of wild elephants in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve Outdoor gazebo seating at DTR Jungle Hideaways
Pick your way

Delhi to Dudhwa by road, train or flight

OptionApprox. timeBest for
Own car / cab from Delhi~7 hrsFamilies and groups who want flexibility
Overnight train to Bareilly + our pickupNight train + ~3.5-4 hrs by roadSaving a day; arrive fresh for the first safari
Train to Shahjahanpur + our pickupTrain + ~2.5-3 hrs by roadMore train choices on the Delhi-Lucknow line
Flight to Lucknow + our pickupFlight + ~4 hrs by roadTravellers coming from other cities too

Times are approximate, to DTR Jungle Hideaways at the Kishanpur Zone gate. Check trains on IRCTC or NTES and flights with your airline before booking.

By road

Delhi to Dudhwa step by step

  1. Leave Delhi on NH9 via Ghaziabad and Garh Mukteshwar.
  2. Take the Moradabad bypass and continue via Rampur.
  3. At the Bareilly bypass, join Pilibhit Road.
  4. Go via Puranpur to Khuttar Crossing and turn left towards Mailani.
  5. From Mailani continue to Bhira, then turn left towards Kishanpur Gate. The resort is right at the gate.

NH9 is mostly four-lane up to Bareilly. After that the roads are quieter district roads, so plan to finish the last part in daylight.

Road trip tips

Before you leave Delhi

  • Start by 5-6 am to beat NCR traffic and reach by early afternoon.
  • Breakfast at Gajraula; fuel up and have lunch before leaving Bareilly.
  • Save our number (+91 95606 47536) and download offline maps; signal is patchy near the forest.
  • Book safaris before you drive. Our team can do it: see the safari booking guide.
  • Your driver gets a separate room and free parking at the resort.
By train

The overnight train shortcut

Trains on the Delhi-Moradabad-Bareilly-Lucknow line stop at Bareilly and Shahjahanpur. Take a night train, sleep on the way, and our car picks you up from the station in the morning. You reach the resort by late morning, in time for an afternoon safari, without spending a daylight day on the road.

Train schedules change, so check current timings on IRCTC or NTES, then send us your train number and arrival time.

Corbett or Dudhwa?

Same drive time, a new jungle

If you usually drive to Corbett, Dudhwa takes about the same 7 hours from Delhi, adds one-horned rhinos and swamp deer, and is far less crowded. Read our honest Corbett vs Dudhwa comparison or plan a wildlife weekend from Delhi.

Book direct & save

Best price when you book with us directly

Up to 44% off rooms

Direct guests get rooms well below our rack rate, with breakfast included in the room price.

20% off all meals

Choose the all-meals plan (breakfast, lunch, high tea, dinner) at 20% below rack rate.

No middleman

You talk to the resort team itself, so there is no agent margin added to your stay and meals.

Safari handled

We book your forest permit and jeep safari and plan it around your stay.

Discounts are shown against our rack rates in the instant quote. Room discount depends on dates (weekday, weekend or festival).

FAQs

Delhi to Dudhwa: common questions

How long does it take to reach Dudhwa from Delhi?

About 7 hours by road from Delhi to DTR Jungle Hideaways at the Kishanpur gate of Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, with a short food break. Leaving by 5-6 am gets you there by early afternoon.

What is the best road route from Delhi to Dudhwa?

Take NH9 via Ghaziabad, Garh Mukteshwar, the Moradabad bypass and Rampur to the Bareilly bypass. Then take Pilibhit Road via Puranpur to Khuttar Crossing, turn left to Mailani and Bhira, and left again towards Kishanpur Gate.

Can I go from Delhi to Dudhwa by train?

Yes. Take a train on the Delhi-Moradabad-Bareilly-Lucknow line to Bareilly (about 3.5-4 hours by road from the resort) or Shahjahanpur (about 2.5-3 hours), and we pick you up. An overnight train lets you reach by morning without losing a day. Check current trains and timings on IRCTC or NTES.

Is there a flight from Delhi to Dudhwa?

There is no airport at Dudhwa. The closer options are Bareilly airport and Lucknow airport (about 4 hours from the resort). Flight routes change, so check the current schedule; we arrange pickup from both airports.

Where should I stop for food on the Delhi to Dudhwa drive?

Gajraula on NH9 has plenty of highway restaurants and is a good breakfast stop. Bareilly is the last big city for a proper meal and fuel before the quieter roads to the park.

Is Delhi to Dudhwa doable for a weekend?

Yes. Drive on Friday morning or take the Thursday or Friday night train, do three to four safaris over the weekend, and return on Sunday. See our wildlife weekend plan from Delhi.

Is it cheaper to book directly with the resort?

Yes. When you book directly with us, rooms are up to 44% below our rack rate with breakfast included, and the all-meals plan is 20% below rack rate. There is no agent margin, and our team also books your safari. Use the instant quote or WhatsApp +91 95606 47536.

Also read: Lucknow to Dudhwa | Best time to visit | दिल्ली से दुधवा कैसे जाएं (हिंदी)

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