Delhi to Lansdowne bike ride
Lansdowne is about 250–275 km from Delhi via Meerut, Bijnor, Najibabad and Kotdwar, typically 6–7 hours of riding. The last 37–40 km from Kotdwar is a narrow hill road: ride it in daylight.
| Distance | ~250–275 km one way |
|---|---|
| Time | 6–7 h |
| Route | Delhi → Meerut bypass → Bijnor → Najibabad → Kotdwar → Lansdowne |
| Hill section | Kotdwar–Lansdowne ~37–40 km (~1.5 h) |
| Expressway | Delhi–Meerut Expressway main carriageway barred to two-wheelers |
Plan the day
Leave Delhi by 5–6 AM to clear the city and reach Kotdwar before afternoon, so the hill climb is done in daylight. Regroup at Meerut bypass and Najibabad; fuel up at Kotdwar.
Expressway rule
Two-wheelers must use the service roads or the old NH, not the Delhi–Meerut Expressway main carriageway.
Ride it as a crew
Create a crew on MotoHeads, post the ride with the meeting point, and let everyone RSVP. On the day, everyone shows on one live map, so the lead always knows where the sweep is. Split fuel and food over UPI after. Free.
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Facts are approximate and change; check current road and event information before you ride. Sources: Lansdowne (Wikipedia) · Riderz Planet: Delhi to Lansdowne. Last updated 18 Oct 2026.
FAQ
What is the distance from Delhi to Lansdowne by bike?
About 250–275 km via Meerut, Bijnor, Najibabad and Kotdwar, typically 6–7 hours of riding.
Is the road from Kotdwar to Lansdowne difficult?
It is about 37–40 km of narrow forested hill road, roughly 1.5 hours. Ride it in daylight.
Can bikes use the Delhi–Meerut Expressway?
Not the main carriageway. Two-wheelers must use the parallel service roads or the old NH.