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Pune Nainital

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Distance
1240 KM
Duration
14 Hours via NH30
Best Time
October to March

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Train

PRICE₹800
TIME24 Hours
Bus

PRICE₹600
TIME26 Hours

🚆 Train Schedule

No.Train NameDepartureArrivalDays
12129Mumbai - Jodhpur ExpDaily
12925Nandigram ExpressDaily
12217Pune - Kathgodam ExpTue, Thu, Sat

Stays in Nainital

Best budget & couple friendly options
Lake Side Inn Nainital

Mall Road, Mallital

18 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹4500 /night
Hotel Channi Raja

Mall Road, Nainital

18.5 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹5200 /night
Mind My Trip Hotel

Khurpatal, Near Nainital

25 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹2100 /night
Hotel Green Leaf

Rajbhawan Road

19 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹2400 /night
Nature Oaks Luxury Stayz

Bhowali Road, Nainital

12 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹3500 /night
Hotel Classic The Mall

Mall Road, Nainital

18 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹5500 /night
Hotel Welcome Park

Tallital, Nainital

17.5 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹2800 /night
Hotel Shivraj

Mall Road, Mallital

18.2 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹2600 /night
Hotel Himalaya

Tallital, Near Bus Stand

17 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹3500 /night
Hotel Maharaja

Main Nainital Town

18.5 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹1800 /night
Manu Maharani Regency

Thandi Road, Tallital

17 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹3200 /night
Vikram Vintage Inn

Mallital, Nainital

20 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹6500 /night
The Pavilion

Mallital, Near Flatts

19 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹4800 /night
Hotel 24 - New Bharat

Zoo Road, Tallital

17.8 km from Neem Karoli Ashram
₹1400 /night

📖 Detailed Travel Guide

Pune to Nainital Travel Guide

Nainital, the beautiful hill station in Uttarakhand, is a popular getaway from Pune. This guide provides essential information for your journey.

Quick Info Table

Distance (KM) Travel Duration Best Time
1240 14 Hours via NH30 October to March

Driving Route

The most popular route is via NH30. Here’s a quick overview of the driving directions:

  • Start from Pune and head towards NH65.
  • Continue on NH65, then merge onto NH30.
  • Follow NH30 all the way to Nainital.

Places to Visit in Nainital

  • Naini Lake: A serene lake surrounded by hills, perfect for boating.
  • Naina Devi Temple: A famous temple located on the northern shore of Naini Lake.
  • Tiffin Top: Offers a panoramic view of the Nainital town and is a popular trekking spot.
  • Snow View Point: Accessible by a cable car, providing stunning views of the snow-capped peaks.
  • Land's End: A beautiful viewpoint offering a breathtaking view of the hills and valleys.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best time to visit Nainital is from October to March when the weather is pleasant.

It takes approximately 14 hours by car or 24 hours by train.

The distance is approximately 1240 km.

There are no direct flights; you can fly to Dehradun and then travel to Nainital.

You can travel by train, bus, flight, or car.
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