Corbett National Park sits in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, right at the foothills of the Himalayas. It is India’s oldest national park and getting there is honestly not as hard as people think. Thousands of wildlife lovers and tiger safari fans visit every year from all corners of India. If you are one of them and wondering how to reach the road, train, and flight are your three options. This guide breaks it all down simply.
Where Is Corbett National Park?
Corbett National Park lies near Ramnagar town in Uttarakhand, nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas. Ramnagar is your main base point — from here, all major safari zones like Dhikala, Bijrani, Jhirna, Dhela, and Sitabani are easily reachable. The park sits roughly 260 km from New Delhi, making it one of the most accessible wildlife destinations in North India. Whether you are coming for a tiger safari, a nature walk, or just a quiet escape from the city, Ramnagar is where your Corbett journey begins.
How to Reach Corbett National Park by Road
The road is hands down the most popular way people reach Corbett. Highways are in decent shape and the drive through the Terai belt crossing towns like Hapur, Moradabad, and Kashipur is actually a pleasant one.
From Delhi to Corbett by Road
- Distance: Around 260 km
- Time: 5 to 6 hours depending on traffic
- Route: Delhi → Ghaziabad → Hapur → Moradabad → Kashipur → Ramnagar
This route works well for travellers coming from Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, or Ghaziabad. Private cabs are comfortable and drop you straight at your resort or park gate.
From Nainital to Corbett by Road
- Distance: 65 km, Time: Around 2 hours
From Dehradun to Corbett by Road
- Distance: Around 160 km, Time: 4 hours
From Lucknow to Corbett by Road
- Distance: Around 431 km, Time: 7 to 7.5 hours
You can hire a private cab, drive yourself, or board a state bus from ISBT Anand Vihar in Delhi.
Road tip: Use the Moradabad bypass to cut time during busy hours. Travelling on a holiday weekend? Leave before 6 AM to beat Delhi traffic.
How to Reach Corbett National Park by Train
The train is the most budget friendly and comfortable choice, especially for families and solo travellers. Ramnagar Railway Station (RMR) is the nearest station to Jim Corbett just 12 km from the main park entrance. It has direct connections from Delhi, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, and more.
Key trains from Delhi to Ramnagar:
- Ranikhet Express (15013/15014) overnight, most popular among tourists
- Corbett Link Express
- Kathgodam Express reach Kathgodam, then take a taxi to Ramnagar
Once you reach Ramnagar station, autos, shared gypsies, and private taxis are all waiting outside to take you to the park gates or your resort.
Other nearby stations:
- Kathgodam Railway Station about 58 km from Ramnagar
- Haldwani Railway Station around 54 km away
Train tip: Book Ranikhet Express well in advance. Between October and June it fills up very fast.
How to Reach Corbett National Park by Air
Flying makes sense if you are coming from far away Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, or Chennai. There is no airport inside Corbett but three airports serve the area well.
Nearest Airport: Pantnagar Airport (PGH)
- Distance from Corbett: Around 85 km
- Time by road: 2 to 2.5 hours
Pantnagar gets flights mostly from Delhi. After landing, hire a taxi and you are at the park in under 3 hours with some lovely landscape views on the way.
Second Option: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
- Distance from Corbett: Around 148 km
- Time by road: 3 to 3.5 hours
Better flight options from Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore. Hire a taxi straight to Ramnagar from the airport.
Third Option: Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
- Distance from Corbett: Around 260 km
- Time by road: 5 to 6.5 hours
No direct flight to Dehradun? Just land at Delhi and head to Corbett by road or train. The route is well connected and manageable.
FAQs — How to Reach Corbett National Park
Ramnagar Railway Station, around 12 km from the main park entrance.
Pantnagar Airport at 85 km. Delhi airport is the better connected option at 260 km.
Around 260 km by road roughly 5 to 6.5 hours depending on traffic.
Yes. ISBT Anand Vihar runs buses to Ramnagar. The journey takes 5.5 hours.
Yes. Ranikhet Express (15013/15014) runs directly. Book your seat early.
Shared gypsies, autos, and private taxis are easily available outside Ramnagar station.
Fly into Delhi or Dehradun and take a cab or train to Ramnagar.
The train is cheaper and more relaxed. The road gives you more freedom to stop along the way.
Corbett from Nainital About 2 hours by road the distance is around 65 km.
Yes, taxis are always available outside the station at any time of day.
Conclusion
Getting to Corbett National Park from anywhere in India is pretty simple. Coming from Delhi or NCR road and train both work great. Ranikhet Express remains the favourite among regular visitors. Flying in from a distant city land at Delhi or Dehradun and drive down to Ramnagar.
The journey to Corbett whether on green highways, quiet hill roads, or stretches running beside rivers is actually part of the whole experience. Plan your travel, book your safari permit early, and get yourself ready for one of the best wildlife trips India has to offer.
