Taxi route
Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh Taxi
20 km · 35 min drive · one-way or round trip with an experienced hill driver.
Quick answer
Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh is about 20 km by road, a 35 min drive. A one-way sedan taxi costs about ₹2,200–2,400 and an SUV about ₹2,700–3,000, including fuel, driver allowance, service charges and GST. Tolls, parking and state entry tax are extra.
- Distance
- 20 km
- Drive time
- 35 min
- Fare from
- ₹2,100
- Round trip
- 1 day suggested
Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh taxi fare
Approximate totals from our current rate card. Your written quote confirms the exact fare before you pay.
| Car | Seats | One way | Round trip (1 day) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HatchbackWagonR / Swift or similar | Up to 4 | ₹2,100–2,300 | ₹4,600–5,200 |
| SedanSwift Dzire / Etios or similar | Up to 4 | ₹2,200–2,400 | ₹5,000–5,500 |
| SUV / MUVErtiga / Innova or similar | Up to 6 | ₹2,700–3,000 | ₹6,400–7,100 |
Includes fuel, driver allowance, service charges and GST. Excludes tolls, parking and state entry tax.
Change the route or trip type
≈ 20 km · 35 min drive
Hatchback
WagonR / Swift or similar · up to 4 seats
₹2,100–2,300
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Swift Dzire / Etios or similar · up to 4 seats
₹2,200–2,400
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Ertiga / Innova or similar · up to 6 seats
₹2,700–3,000
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Approximate total for the vehicle, fuel, driver allowance, service charges and GST. Tolls, parking and state entry tax are extra. Your written quote confirms the exact fare before you pay anything.
Pickup and the drive
- Your driver meets you at Dehradun Airport (Jolly Grant); you get the driver's name and number before the trip.
- Typical drive: 35 min for about 20 km, plus time for meal and photo stops.
- Hill roads are slower after dark and in the monsoon (July–August) — we plan daytime driving and keep buffer time.
- The same driver stays with you on round trips, so sightseeing at Rishikesh is included in the plan.
About Rishikesh
Riverside yoga, Ganga aarti and café lanes at the foothills of the Himalaya.
Best time to visit
September to April is generally comfortable. Rafting typically runs outside the monsoon months — confirm current dates with the operator. Summers are hot.
Suggested stay
2–3 days, often combined with Haridwar.
- Triveni Ghat or Parmarth Niketan evening aarti
- Yoga and meditation sessions
- Ram Jhula riverside walk
- Rafting with a licensed operator (seasonal)
Book a Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh taxi
Takes about a minute. We confirm the car and the exact fare in writing before anything is booked.
Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh taxi — FAQs
How far is Rishikesh from Dehradun Airport?
Rishikesh is about 20 km from Dehradun Airport by road — usually a 35 min drive, depending on traffic, weather and stops.
What is the taxi fare from Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh?
A one-way sedan costs about ₹2,200–2,400, an SUV about ₹2,700–3,000. This includes fuel, driver allowance, service charges and GST; tolls, parking and state entry tax are extra. Your written quote confirms the exact fare.
Should I book a round trip or two one-way taxis?
If you only need to get there and back, two one-way drops (about ₹4,400 in a sedan) usually cost less. A 1-day round trip (about ₹5,000–5,500) keeps the same car and driver with you for sightseeing and day trips during your stay.
Which car is best for Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh?
For hill roads, families with luggage are most comfortable in an SUV such as an Ertiga or Innova (or similar). A sedan is fine for up to 4 people travelling light; groups of 7–12 should book a tempo traveller.
When is the best time to visit Rishikesh?
September to April is generally comfortable. Rafting typically runs outside the monsoon months — confirm current dates with the operator. Summers are hot.
Will the driver wait if my flight is late?
Yes. Share your flight number when you book and we track the arrival. Free waiting time and any charges after it are written in your quote.