11 Hill Stations Near Delhi Perfect for Quick Getaways

4. Mussoorie — 300 km, 6–7 hours from Delhi (via NH334/Dehradun)

Mussoorie pairs an easy drive from Delhi with familiar attractions and scenic walks for a 2–4 day getaway. It’s around 300 km away and usually reachable in six to seven hours by road, traffic permitting (FixOurTrip). Day 1: evening on Mall Road and sunset at Company Garden; Day 2: take the cable car to Gun Hill, then drive to Kempty Falls for a picnic; Day 3: long walk to Lal Tibba or explore nearby waterfalls before heading back. Accommodation ranges from budget guesthouses (Rs 1,500–3,000) to heritage hotels and mid-range properties (Rs 3,500–8,000). Expect roughly Rs 5,000–8,000 for fuel and tolls roundtrip. Food to try includes local sweets, roadside momos, and traditional pahadi dishes at family-run restaurants. Bring layered clothing since fog can make mornings chilly, and a rain jacket in monsoon. For crowd-avoidance, visit early on weekdays or head up the town’s quieter eastern trails.