How To Reach Bhimtal

How To Reach Bhimtal

To reach Bhimtal, a picturesque town in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, you have several options depending on your starting point and preference for travel mode:

By Air: The nearest airport to Bhimtal is the Pantnagar Airport (IXP), located approximately 58 kilometers away. You can take a taxi or a bus from the airport to Bhimtal.

By Train: The nearest railway station to Bhimtal is Kathgodam Railway Station (station code: KGM), which is around 30 kilometers away. Kathgodam is well-connected to major cities like Delhi, Kolkata, and Lucknow. From Kathgodam, you can hire a taxi or board a bus to Bhimtal.

By Road:
From Delhi: Bhimtal is approximately 300 kilometers from Delhi. You can drive or take a bus to reach Bhimtal. The journey takes around 7-8 hours depending on traffic and road conditions.
From Kathgodam: If you arrive by train at Kathgodam, you can easily hire a taxi or board a bus to Bhimtal, which is about an hour’s drive away.
From other nearby cities: Bhimtal is well-connected by road to other nearby cities like Nainital, Haldwani, and Almora. You can find regular buses or hire taxis to reach Bhimtal from these places.

By Bus: Uttarakhand Road Transport Corporation (UKRTC) operates regular bus services to Bhimtal from various cities in Uttarakhand as well as from Delhi. You can check the schedules and book tickets online or at the respective bus stations.