Haridwar Uttarakhand Police Releases Traffic Plan for Kanwar Mela 2026
The Uttarakhand Police, Haridwar, has released the Traffic Plan for Kanwar Mela 2026.
Major Routes for Kanwar Vehicles
- Delhi / Meerut / Muzaffarnagar / Manglaur / Haridwar
- Haryana / Punjab / Himachal Pradesh / Saharanpur / Mandawar / Salier Chowk / Badheri Rajputan / Haridwar
- Delhi Expressway / Mandawar / Salier Chowk / Badheri Rajputan / Haridwar
- Dehradun / Rishikesh / Nepali Tiraha / Raiwala / Haridwar
- Nainital / Najibabad / Shyampur / Haridwar
Routes for Kanwar Vehicles Coming to Haridwar
Vehicles Coming from Saharanpur
Kanwar vehicles arriving in Haridwar from the Saharanpur side will be routed through:
Mandawar → Abdul Kalam Chowk → Nagla Imarti → Laksar → S.M. Tiraha → Bairagi Camp Parking
Vehicles will be parked at Bairagi Camp Parking.
In Case of Heavy Traffic
If there is excessive traffic pressure, Kanwar vehicles coming from Delhi, Meerut and Muzaffarnagar will be diverted through:
Rampur Tiraha → Kolki Toll Plaza → Badkalan → Mandawar → Salier Chowk → Abdul Kalam Chowk → Nagla Imarti → Laksar → S.M. Tiraha → Bairagi Camp Parking
Important: The Delhi–Dehradun Expressway will remain completely prohibited for Kanwar vehicles.
Vehicles Coming from Yamunanagar and Saharanpur
These vehicles will follow:
Mandawar → Salier Chowk → Abdul Kalam Chowk → Nagla Imarti → Laksar → S.M. Tiraha → Bairagi Camp Parking
Exit Route from Bairagi Camp Parking
All types of Kanwar vehicles parked at Bairagi Camp will exit through:
Shamshan Ghat Bridge → Shriyantra Bridge → Budhi Mata Tiraha → Desh Rakshak → Singhdwar → NH-334
Kanwar Vehicles from Moradabad, Bijnor and Najibabad
Vehicles coming from Moradabad, Bijnor and Najibabad will be routed through:
Chidiyapur → Gaindikhatta → 4.2 Diversion → Gaurishankar Parking / Neeldhara Parking
They will be parked at Gaurishankar Parking and Neeldhara Parking.
Kanwar Vehicles from Dehradun and Rishikesh
Kanwar vehicles coming from Dehradun and Rishikesh will follow:
Nepali Tiraha → Saptarishi Tiraha → Dudhadhari Flyover → Chamgadar Tapu / Laljiwala Parking
Vehicles will be parked at the designated parking areas.
Traffic Plan for Roadways Buses
Special arrangements have also been made for government and roadways buses.
Dehradun / Rishikesh ↔ Haridwar
All Roadways buses travelling between Dehradun/Rishikesh and Haridwar will follow:
Nepali Tiraha → Raiwala → Dudhadhari Tiraha → Motichur Parking
Delhi / Punjab / Haryana ↔ Haridwar
All Roadways buses travelling between Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Haridwar will use:
Delhi–Dehradun Expressway → Mandawar → Abdul Kalam Chowk → Rishikul Maidan
The same route will be used for the return journey.
Najibabad Route ↔ Haridwar
Roadways buses coming from the Najibabad side will follow:
Najibabad → Ladpur → 4.2 Tirchha Pul → Neeldhara / Gaurishankar Parking
Haridwar / Dehradun / Rishikesh ↔ Bijnor / Najibabad / Moradabad / Nainital
Roadways buses travelling between these destinations will operate on their designated regular routes.
Traffic Plan for Private Buses
Dehradun / Rishikesh ↔ Haridwar
All private buses will follow:
Nepali Tiraha → Raiwala → Dudhadhari Tiraha → Motichur Parking
Delhi / Meerut / Muzaffarnagar / Saharanpur / Punjab / Haryana ↔ Haridwar
Private buses will follow:
Delhi–Dehradun Expressway → Mandawar → Abdul Kalam Chowk → Nagla Imarti → Laksar → Bairagi Camp Parking
Najibabad Route ↔ Haridwar
Private buses will follow:
Laharpul → Gaindikhatta → 4.2 Diversion → Neeldhara / Gaurishankar Parking
Dehradun / Rishikesh / Haridwar ↔ Najibabad / Kashipur / Nainital
Private buses will travel through:
Laharpul → Najibabad → Kashipur → Nainital
The same route will be used for the return journey.
Important: All buses travelling between Delhi and Dehradun will use the Delhi–Dehradun Expressway.
Traffic Plan for Heavy Vehicles
Special restrictions have been imposed on heavy vehicles during the Kanwar Mela.
Parking Arrangements
From 29/30 July 2026 to 11 August 2026:
- Heavy vehicles coming from Moradabad, Bijnor and Najibabad will be parked at Chidiyapur / Kangdi Parking.
- Heavy vehicles coming towards Haridwar from Delhi and Meerut will be parked at Mandawar.
Timing Restrictions
| Period | Heavy Vehicle Regulation |
|---|---|
| 29/30 July – 4 August 2026 | Heavy vehicles permitted only between 12:00 midnight and 4:00 a.m. |
| 5/6 August – 11 August 2026 | Heavy vehicles completely prohibited |
Char Dham Yatra Route Plan
Traffic arrangements have also been specified for vehicles travelling towards Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
Vehicles Going to Kedarnath / Badrinath
Vehicles travelling from Delhi, Meerut and Muzaffarnagar towards Char Dham will use:
Meerut → Garhmukteshwar → Najibabad → Kotdwar → Pauri → Srinagar → Kedarnath / Badrinath
Alternatively, vehicles may use the Delhi Expressway.
Vehicles Going to Gangotri / Yamunotri
Vehicles travelling from Delhi, Meerut and Muzaffarnagar towards Gangotri and Yamunotri will use the Delhi Expressway.
Hill Bypass
The Hill Bypass will be used for:
- Essential services such as ambulances and fire brigades
- Kanwar traffic evacuation in case of excessive traffic pressure
- Local private vehicles
Pedestrian Kanwar Yatra Plan 2026
Special routes have also been designated for pilgrims travelling on foot.
Pilgrims Going Towards Delhi, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Saharanpur and Haryana
Pedestrians will follow:
Har Ki Pauri → Rodi Belwala Ramp → Keshav Ashram Tiraha → Om Pul Regulator Bridge → Shankaracharya Chowk → Singhdwar Chowk → Aryanagar Chowk → Lalpul → Jatwara Bridge → Bahadrabad Canal Bank Road
From there, pilgrims will proceed towards their respective destinations.
Pilgrims Going Towards Moradabad / Najibabad
The designated route is:
Har Ki Pauri → CCR Chowk → Deendayal Parking Underpass → Anand Van Samadhi Parking → Chandi Chowk → 4.2 Tirchha Pul Canal Bank Road → Rasiyabad → Najibabad / Moradabad
Pilgrims Going Towards Dehradun / Rishikesh
The designated route is:
Har Ki Pauri → Bhimgoda → Khandkadi → Sukhi Nadi Barrier → Dudhadhari Tiraha → National Highway 34
Pilgrims will then continue towards Dehradun and Rishikesh.
Important Travel Takeaways
For travellers visiting Haridwar during Kanwar Mela 2026, the following points are particularly important:
- 🚫 Kanwar vehicles are prohibited from using the Delhi–Dehradun Expressway.
- 🚛 Heavy vehicles will face timing restrictions and complete bans during the peak period.
- 🅿️ Vehicles will be directed to designated parking areas before entering the main Haridwar city zone.
- 🚌 Roadways and private buses will operate through specified routes and parking points.
- 🚶 Separate routes have been designated for pedestrian kanwariyas.
- 🛣️ Char Dham travellers should follow the specified alternative routes.
- 🚑 The Hill Bypass will primarily support essential services, local vehicles and traffic evacuation requirements.
Most Important Dates
29/30 July 2026: Heavy-vehicle restrictions begin.
5/6 August 2026: Heavy vehicles become completely prohibited.
11 August 2026: Major peak day of the Kanwar Mela.
Travellers should check the latest traffic advisories from Uttarakhand Police before starting their journey, as traffic arrangements may be modified according to ground conditions.
हरिद्वार उत्तराखण्ड पुलिस का कांवड़ मेला-2026 का यातायात प्लान हुआ जारी।
- दिल्ली/ मेरठ/ मुजफ्फरनगर/ मंगलौर/हरिद्वार
- हरियाणा/ पंजाब/ हिमाचल प्रदेश/ सहारनपुर/ मडावर/ सालियर चौक/बढेडी राजपुतान/हरिद्वार
- दिल्ली एक्सप्रेस वे/मण्डावर/सालियर चौक/बढ़ेड़ी राजपुतान/ हरिद्वार
- देहरादून, ऋषिकेश से नेपाली तिराहा, रायवाला/हरिद्वार
- नैनीताल/नजीबाबाद/श्यामपुर/हरिद्वार
यातायात योजना काँवड मेला-2026 हरिद्वार आने वाले कांवड वाहनों के मार्ग का विवरण-
सहारनपुर की ओर से हरिद्वार आने वाले कांवड़ वाहन मण्डावर से अब्दुल कलाम चौक, नगला ईमरती, लक्सर, एस0एम0 तिराहा से बैरागी कैम्प पार्किंग मे पार्क कराए जाएंगे।
- यातायात का अत्यधिक दबाव होने पर- दिल्ली, मेरठ एवं मु0नगर से हरिद्वार आने वाले कांवड़ वाहन – रामपुर तिराहा से कोलकी टोल प्लाजा, बड़कलां, मण्डावर, सालियर चौक, अब्दुल कलाम चौक, नगला ईमरती, लक्सर, एस0एम0 तिराहा से बैरागी कैम्प पार्किंग जाएंगे।
नोटः- दिल्ली देहरादून एक्सप्रेस वे कांवड वाहनों के लिए पूर्णतः प्रतिबन्धित रहेगा।
- यमुनानगर-सहारनपुर से हरिद्वार आने वाले कांवड़ वाहन – मण्डावर से सालियर चौक से अब्दुल कलाम चौक, नगला इमरती, लक्सर, एस0एम0 तिराहा से बैरागी कैम्प पार्किंग पार्क कराए जाएंगे।
- बैरागी कैम्प पार्किंग में पार्क किये गये सभी प्रकार के कांवड़ वाहनों की निकासी शमशान घाट पुल से श्रीयंत्र पुल, बुढी माता तिराहे, देशरक्षक, सिंहद्वार से NH 334 होते हुए जाएंगे।
- मुरादाबाद, बिजनौर, नजीबाबाद की ओर से हरिद्वार आने वाले कांवड़ वाहन चिडियापुर से गैन्डीखाता से 4.2 डायवर्जन से गौरीशकर पार्किंग एवं नीलधारा पार्किंग मे पार्क कराए जाएंगे।
- देहरादून एंव ऋषिकेश से हरिद्वार आने वाले कांवड़ वाहन नेपाली तिराहा से सप्तऋषि तिराहा, दूधाधारी फ्लाईओवर से चमगादड टापू/ लालजीवाला पार्किंग मे पार्क कराए जाएंगे।
दिल्ली से देहरादून/ ऋषिकेश जाने वाले रोडवेज / प्राइवेट बस /अन्य वाहन
रोडवेज बसों हेतु यातायात व्यवस्था-
- देहरादून/ऋषिकेश से हरिद्वार आने/जाने वाली सभी रोडवेज बसें नेपाली तिराहा से रायावाला, दूधाधारी तिराहा से मोतीचूर पार्किंग मे पार्क कराए जाएंगे।
- दिल्ली, पंजाब, हरियाणा से हरिद्वार आने/जाने वाली रोडवेज सभी बसें दिल्ली-देहरादून एक्सप्रेस वे से मण्डावर, अब्दुल कलाम चौक से ऋषिकुल मैदान तथा वापसी इसी मार्ग से होगी।
- नजीबाबाद रूट से हरिद्वार आने/जाने वाली रोडवेज सभी बसें नजीबाबाद से लाडपुर, 4.2 तिरछा पुल से नीलधारा/गौरीशंकर पार्किंग में पार्क करायी जाएंगी।
- देहरादून/ऋषिकेश/हरिद्वार से बिजनौर, नजीबाबाद, मुरादाबाद, नैनीताल आने/जाने वाली रोडवेज सभी बसें अपने निर्धारित रूट से ही संचालित करायी जाएंगी ।
प्राइवेट बसों हेतु यातायात व्यवस्था-
- देहरादून/ऋषिकेश से हरिद्वार आने/जाने वाली सभी प्राइवेट बसें नेपाली तिराहा से रायवाला, दूधाधारी तिराहा से मोतीचूर पार्किंग मे पार्क करायी जाएंगी।
- दिल्ली, मेरठ, मु0नगर, सहारनपुर, पंजाब, हरियाणा से हरिद्वार आने/जाने वाली प्राइवेट बसें दिल्ली-देहरादून एक्सप्रेस वे से मण्डावर, अब्दुल कलाम चौक, नगला ईमरती, लक्सर से बैरागी कैम्प पार्किंग मे पार्क करायी जाएंगी।
- नजीबाबाद रूट से हरिद्वार आने/जाने वाली प्राइवेट बसें लहाड़पुल से गैन्डीखाता से 4.2 डायवर्जन नीलधारा/गौरीशंकर पार्किंग में पार्क करायी जाएंगी।
- देहरादून/ऋषिकेश/हरिद्वार से नजीबाबाद, काशीपुर, नैनीताल जाने वाली प्राइवेट बसें लहाड़पुल से नजीबाबाद से काशीपुर से नैनीताल जायेंगी और वापसी के लिए इसी मार्ग का प्रयोग करेंगे।
नोट- दिल्ली से देहरादून एवं देहरादून से दिल्ली जाने वाली सभी बसें दिल्ली – देहरादून एक्सप्रेस वे का प्रयोग करेंगी।
भारी वाहनों के लिये यातायात व्यवस्था
- दिनांक 29/30-07-2026 दिनांक 11.08.2026 तक मुरादाबाद, बिजनौर, नजीबाबाद की ओर से जाने वाले भारी वाहन चिडियापुर / कांगडी पार्किंग में पार्क कराये जायेंगे ।
- दिल्ली-मेरठ की तरफ से हरिद्वार आने वाले भारी वाहन मण्डावर में पार्क कराया जाएगा ।
- दिनांक 29/30 -07-2026 से 04-08-2026 तक भारी वाहनों का समय रात्रि 12.00बजे से प्रातः 04.00 बजे तक रहेगा।
- दिनांक 05/06-08-2026 से 11/08/2026 तक भारी वाहन पूर्णतः प्रतिबन्धित रहेंगे ।
चारधाम यात्रा मार्ग
केदारनाथ/बदरीनाथ जाने वाले वाहन-
- दिल्ली, मेरठ, मु0नगर से चारधाम जाने वाले वाहन आने- जाने हेतु मेरठ से गढमुक्तेश्वर, नजीबाबाद, कोटद्वार, पौडी, श्रीनगर से केदारनाथ/बद्रीनाथ जायेंगे अथवा दिल्ली एक्सप्रेस वे का प्रयोग करेंगे।
- गंगोत्री/यमनोत्री जाने वाले वाहन- दिल्ली, मेरठ, मु0नगर से चारधाम जाने वाले वाहन आने- जाने हेतु दिल्ली एक्सप्रेस वे का प्रयोग करेंगे।
नोटः- हिलबाईपास का प्रयोग आवश्यक सेवा (एम्बूलैन्स, फायर ब्रिगेड इत्यादि) एवं यातायात का अत्यधिक दबाव होने पर कांवड की निकासी के लिए तथा स्थानीय निजी वाहनों के लिए उपयोग में लाया जाएगा।
- पैदल कांवड यात्रा हेतु प्लान-2026
दिल्ली-मेरठ-मुजफ्फरनगर-सहारनपुर-हरियाणा की ओर जाने वाले कांवडिये/यात्री हर की पैडी से रोडीबेलवाला रैम्प, केशव आश्रम तिराहा, ओमपुल रेगुलेटर पुल, शंकराचार्य चौक, सिंहद्वार चौक, आर्यनगर चौक, लालपुल, जटवाड़ा पुल से बहादराबाद नहर पटरी से अपने गन्तव्य को जाएंगे । - मुरादाबाद/नजीबाबाद की ओर जाने वाले कांवडिये/यात्री हर की पैडी से सीसीआर चौक, दीनदयाल पार्किंग अण्डर पास, आनन्द वन समाधी पार्किंग, चण्डी चौक, 4.2 तिरछा पुल नहर पटरी, रसियाबढ से नजीबाबाद/मुरादाबाद से अपने गन्तव्य को जाएंगे।
- देहरादून/ऋषिकेश की ओर जाने वाले कांवडिये/यात्री हर की पैडी, भीमगौडा, खडखडी, सूखीनदी बैरियर, दूधाधारी तिराहे से राष्ट्रीय राजमार्ग 34 से जाएंगे।
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Kanwar Yatra 2026: Important Travel Guide for Uttarakhand
The Kanwar Yatra 2026 will begin on 30 July 2026, the first day of Sawan, and reach its peak on Sawan Shivratri, 11 August 2026. During this period, millions of devotees will travel towards sacred destinations to collect and carry holy Ganga water for jalabhishek.
For tourists travelling from Delhi-NCR towards Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun or Mussoorie, the biggest challenge will not be the pilgrimage itself but the traffic diversions, road closures and massive pedestrian movement.
The simplest travel rule:
Avoid the Haridwar corridor between 7 and 11 August.
For a smoother journey, travel before 30 July or after 13 August, or choose the train, flight or an alternate road route.
Kanwar Yatra 2026 at a Glance
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Yatra begins | 30 July 2026, Thursday |
| Peak day | 11 August 2026, Sawan Shivratri |
| Sawan ends | 28 August 2026 |
| Most difficult travel period | 1–11 August |
| Worst days for road travel | 7–11 August |
| Best tourist window | Before 30 July or after 13 August |
| Main affected corridor | Delhi–Meerut–Muzaffarnagar–Roorkee–Haridwar |
| Main highway | NH-34, formerly NH-58 |
| Nearest major airport | Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun |
| Nearest railway stations | Haridwar, Yog Nagari Rishikesh and Dehradun |
When Does Kanwar Yatra 2026 Start and End?
The Kanwar Yatra begins on Thursday, 30 July 2026, marking the beginning of Sawan.
The most important date for travellers is Tuesday, 11 August 2026, Sawan Shivratri. This is when many kanwariyas perform jalabhishek, offering Ganga water to Lord Shiva.
Although the pilgrimage reaches its peak on 11 August, pilgrim movement continues during the wider Sawan period until 28 August.
For tourists, remember these three dates:
30 July → Yatra begins
11 August → Peak crowd and jalabhishek
13 August onward → Crowds begin to reduce
The 10–12 days before Sawan Shivratri are particularly important for anyone planning a road trip through Haridwar.
Important Sawan 2026 Dates
| Date | Event | Travel Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 30 July | Sawan begins / Kanwar Yatra starts | Pilgrim movement increases |
| 3 August | First Sawan Somwar | Additional crowds |
| 10 August | Second Sawan Somwar | Very heavy movement |
| 11 August | Sawan Shivratri | Peak crowds and traffic |
| 13 August onward | Pilgrims begin dispersing | Roads gradually improve |
| 28 August | Sawan ends | Conditions return towards normal |
Quick Planning Tip
If your trip is flexible, do not plan your leisure drive through Haridwar on 10 or 11 August. Waiting a few days can make a significant difference.
What Is the Kanwar Yatra?
The Kanwar Yatra, also known as Kanwad Yatra, is an annual pilgrimage undertaken by devotees of Lord Shiva, popularly known as kanwariyas.
During the pilgrimage:
- Devotees travel to sacred river destinations.
- They collect holy Ganga water.
- The water is carried in decorated pots placed on a kanwar.
- Many pilgrims walk barefoot, often wearing saffron clothing.
- The collected Ganga water is later offered to a Shivling, particularly on Sawan Shivratri.
Some pilgrims also travel by bicycle, motorcycle or specially decorated vehicles.
Why Does the Kanwar Yatra Affect Traffic?
The sheer scale of the pilgrimage makes traffic management essential.
Haridwar, particularly Har Ki Pauri, is one of the most important Ganga-water collection points. Consequently, thousands of pilgrims travel through the roads connecting Delhi-NCR with Haridwar.
Other important pilgrimage sources mentioned in the supplied material include:
- Gaumukh
- Gangotri
- Neelkanth Mahadev near Rishikesh
- Sultanganj in Bihar
The source notes that in 2025, Haridwar received an estimated 4+ crore pilgrims over roughly 15 days, with around 56 lakh pilgrims leaving during the final 24 hours.
Such numbers explain why authorities need to introduce large-scale traffic restrictions.
The Main Kanwar Route
For travellers from Delhi-NCR, the most important corridor to watch is:
Delhi/Ghaziabad → Meerut → Muzaffarnagar → Roorkee → Haridwar
This route follows NH-34, formerly NH-58, and carries a major share of Kanwar traffic.
Unfortunately for tourists, it is also one of the most commonly used routes for reaching Uttarakhand.
Roads and Areas Likely to Experience Heavy Traffic
| Road / Area | Expected Situation |
|---|---|
| NH-34 / former NH-58 | Main Kanwar corridor; major restrictions |
| Delhi–Meerut Expressway | Heavy traffic management |
| Ganganahar Patri | Used as a dedicated Kanwar route |
| Pipeline Marg | Restrictions near Haridwar |
| Haridwar approaches | Pedestrian movement and vehicle controls |
| Rishikesh approaches | Traffic restrictions near important areas |
Important Advice
If your normal journey to Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun takes you through Meerut and Muzaffarnagar, be prepared for diversions or closures, particularly during the peak period.
Kanwar Yatra 2026: Traffic Diversions and Road Closures
The supplied material notes that, as of 1 July 2026, the official 2026 diversion orders had not yet been published by UP and Uttarakhand police.
Therefore, the following should be treated as a planning framework rather than confirmed 2026 closure timings. Exact restrictions should be checked closer to the journey.
| Expected Restriction | Approx. Timing | Main Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy-vehicle restrictions on NH-34, Kanwar Marg, Pipeline Marg & DME | 10–14 days before Shivratri | Trucks and buses |
| Meerut diversions | Around 1–2 weeks before peak | Delhi–Haridwar travellers |
| Ghaziabad / Delhi–Meerut Expressway diversions | Peak window | NCR travellers |
| Delhi–Dehradun Expressway restrictions | Peak days | Expressway users |
| DJ / music-truck regulations | Throughout yatra | Road users and pilgrims |
General traffic between Delhi and Haridwar may be redirected towards NH-9 and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
The source also refers to the traffic arrangements implemented during the previous year’s yatra as an indication of what travellers might encounter.
What About the New Delhi–Dehradun Expressway?
The Delhi–Dehradun Expressway offers a major advantage under normal circumstances because it bypasses Haridwar.
The route is approximately:
210 km | Around 2.5 hours under normal conditions
It passes through the Baghpat–Shamli–Saharanpur side.
However, travellers should not assume that the expressway will remain freely accessible during the busiest Kanwar days.
The supplied material notes that the corridor was restricted during peak yatra days in 2025 and suggests that similar restrictions may occur around 7–12 August 2026.
Traveller’s Rule
Before relying on the Delhi–Dehradun Expressway during peak Kanwar days, check the latest official traffic advisory.
When Should Tourists Travel?
The best way to plan your trip is to consider 11 August as the centre of the peak period.
Sawan 2026 Crowd Calendar
| Travel Window | Crowd Level | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 29 July | 🟢 Low | Excellent time to travel |
| 30 July–6 August | 🟡 Increasing | Possible with planning |
| 7–11 August | 🔴 Peak | Avoid Haridwar road corridor |
| 12–13 August | 🟠 Dispersing | Better to wait if possible |
| 14–28 August | 🟢 Low | Good time to travel |
Best Travel Windows
Before 30 July:
Ideal for travellers who want clear roads and a relatively relaxed holiday.
After 13 August:
Another excellent window, when the pilgrim rush starts declining and the monsoon landscape remains fresh and beautiful.
A Simple Strategy for Tourists
If you must travel during the peak period, avoid driving through the main Haridwar corridor.
Instead, consider:
- 🚆 Train to Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun
- ✈️ Flight to Jolly Grant Airport
- 🚗 Alternate routes such as Panipat–Saharanpur
- 🕔 Early morning departure if driving
A particularly useful practical tip is to leave Delhi around 5 a.m. during the more manageable travel windows. Pilgrim movement and traffic diversions generally become more challenging as the day progresses.
Key Takeaway for Travellers
The Kanwar Yatra does not mean Uttarakhand is off-limits for tourists.
It simply means that your usual route may not be the best route during Sawan.
Remember:
Plan your dates first, choose your route second, and check the latest traffic advisory before leaving.
For the most relaxed experience, visit before 30 July or after 13 August. During the peak period, consider travelling by train or air instead of driving through the Delhi–Meerut–Muzaffarnagar–Haridwar corridor.