Nainital to Ranikhet: is it worth the trip?
Distance, travel time, day trip or overnight — and how to fit Ranikhet into a Nainital holiday.
Distance60 km
By road~2 hrs
Best asOvernight
Why go to Ranikhet
Jhula Devi Temple, Chaubatia orchards and pine forest walks. A calm cantonment hill town with orchards, a temple hung with bells and sweeping Himalayan views on clear days.
Is it worth it?
Ranikhet deserves a night — the 2-hour drive makes a same-day return tiring. It's the natural extension if you have four or five days.
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Questions travellers ask
How far is Ranikhet from Nainital?
About 60 km — roughly 2 hours by road.
Can I do Ranikhet as a day trip from Nainital?
You can, but it's a long day. We recommend staying overnight so you see Ranikhet without rushing.
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