Best weekend trips from Dehradun: Mussoorie (35 km, Rs 3,500/2 days), Rishikesh (Rs 3,000), Dhanaulti (Rs 4,000), Kanatal (Rs 4,800), Chakrata (Rs 5,500). Book 3-5 days ahead.
Weekend Trips from Dehradun by Cab: 6 Best Getaways for 2026
Dehradun is the perfect launchpad for a weekend escape — Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Dhanaulti, Kanatal, Chakrata and more are all within a short drive. Whether you want misty hills, riverside calm or offbeat trails, here are the best weekend getaways with distances, drive times and taxi fares.
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time | One-Way Fare | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mussoorie | 35 km | 1.5-2 hrs | Rs 1,800 | Families, Mall Road |
| Rishikesh | 42 km | 1-1.5 hrs | Rs 1,300 | Adventure, rafting |
| Dhanaulti | 60 km | 2 hrs | Rs 2,200 | Eco Park, forests |
| Kanatal | 76 km | 2.5 hrs | Rs 2,800 | Tehri Dam, calm |
| Haridwar | 54 km | 1-1.5 hrs | Rs 1,400 | Temples, Ganga Aarti |
| Chakrata | 90 km | 3-3.5 hrs | Rs 3,200 | Offbeat, waterfalls |
Option 1: Mussoorie Weekend (Most Popular)
- Distance: 35 km, 1.5-2 hours
- Stay: Mall Road or Library area
- Do: Kempty Falls, Gun Hill cable car, Mall Road, Camel's Back Road, Lal Tibba
- 2-night package by taxi: from Rs 3,500 (sedan, with driver stay)
Option 2: Rishikesh Weekend (Adventure)
- Distance: 42 km, 1-1.5 hours
- Stay: Tapovan or Ram Jhula area
- Do: Rafting at Shivpuri, Triveni Ghat Aarti, Laxman Jhula, Beatles Ashram
- Best: October to June for rafting ## Option 3: Dhanaulti + Kanatal (Nature and Calm)
- Distance: 60-76 km, 2-2.5 hours
- Stay: Dhanaulti Eco Park area or a Kanatal campsite
- Do: Surkanda Devi Temple, Eco Park, Tehri Dam viewpoint, pine forest walks
- Best: throughout the year; snow in winter
Option 4: Chakrata (Offbeat)
- Distance: 90 km, 3-3.5 hours
- Stay: Chakrata town
- Do: Tiger Falls, Deoban forest, Budher caves, Chilmiri Neck viewpoint
- Best: summer and winter (snow) ## Weekend Taxi Package Fares
| Destination | Sedan (2 days) | Innova (2 days) |
|---|---|---|
| Mussoorie | Rs 3,500 | Rs 5,000 |
| Rishikesh | Rs 3,000 | Rs 4,500 |
| Dhanaulti | Rs 4,000 | Rs 5,500 |
| Kanatal | Rs 4,800 | Rs 6,500 |
| Chakrata | Rs 5,500 | Rs 7,500 |
Packages include fuel, driver allowance and the driver's stay. Fares are fixed at booking.
Booking Tips
- Book 3-5 days ahead on weekends; a week ahead for long weekends
- Confirm the number of days and daily km limit at booking
- For Dhanaulti-Kanatal, one cab can cover both — ask for a combined package
- Start early on Friday/Saturday to beat the rush
Plan your weekend escape with us — call or WhatsApp for a fixed package. We also run day trips to Rishikesh and Mussoorie with the same fixed-fare promise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Top weekend getaways from Dehradun include Mussoorie, Dhanaulti, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Nainital and Lansdowne — all easily reachable by taxi with scenic mountain drives.
Mussoorie (35 km) and Rishikesh (45 km) are the closest getaways, both under 2 hours by cab — perfect for a quick one-night weekend trip.
Weekend outstation trips start from Rs 1,800 one-way to Mussoorie and vary by distance. We offer fixed fares with no hidden charges.
Yes. Dhanaulti is a quiet hill station with apple orchards and pine forests, about 1.5 hours from Dehradun — ideal for nature lovers seeking fewer crowds.
Yes. We recommend booking 2-3 days ahead for weekend travel as demand is high. Call or WhatsApp us for a fixed fare.