How to Reach Jim Corbett National Park
Jim Corbett National Park is well connected by road, rail, and air, so coming to this park is quite easy. This park is accessible from major Indian cities and even from international ones. You can come here in a comfortable train, by an exciting road trip, or in a quick flight. There are a lot of travel options to come here. Let's know about each option in detail to reach Jim Corbett National Park.
By Train
Coming to Jim Corbett by train is one of the easiest and most preferred ways to reach Jim Corbett National Park. The nearest railway station to this park is in Ramnagar, and that one is a few km away. This station has good connectivity with several major cities, including:
- Delhi - Daily trains are available.
- Varanasi - Direct trains operate on certain days.
- Haridwar - Regular connections make it convenient.
- Lucknow - Several options for both day and overnight travel.
You have to book your train to the Ramnagar Railway Station, and from there, you can easily come to the park. You can hire a taxi, book a cab in advance, or use local transport to reach your resort or the park gates.
Travel tip: If you’re coming from Delhi and want a budget-friendly option to reach the park, then you can take trains like the Ranikhet Express and Corbett Park Link Express. These are comfortable options and also not hard on the pocket. These overnight trains save the time of people and also let them enjoy the safari in the fresh morning air.
By Air
There are no airports near the Jim Corbett National Park, but reaching here by flight can be a good option for those coming from far-off places, especially international travelers.
For International Travelers: The nearest international airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi). From Delhi, you can take a cab or any other transport to reach the park. You can also take a connecting flight to Pantnagar Airport to reach Jim Corbett easily.
For Domestic Travelers: The closest domestic airport near Jim orwbt is Pantnagar. This one is well-connected to major cities. Book a flight for Pantnagar airport, and then you can hire a taxi or use shared cabs to reach the park, which is around 80km. It will take about 2 hours to cover this distance.
Travel Tip: Flights to Pantnagar are limited, so we advise every traveller to check the schedules while planning the travel. If you can’t find a flight to Pantnagar, then book it for Delhi and come to Jim Corbett easily.
By Road
Driving to Jim Corbett is the best plan for road trip lovers. This park is in Ranmanagr and has a good road network from various areas. One can see beautiful grasslands and scenic views while coming here. The rarest cities to this park are Delhi, Nainital, and Dehradun, and one can easily come here from them.
You can drive yourself to the park or take a private taxi, rent a self-drive car, or take a shared cab service to reach here. You can also take the pickup services from nearby cities, as many resorts offer them.
Travel Tip: If you’re coming to park from Delhi, then start your travel early morning so that you can avoid the traffic near Ghaziabad and Moradabad. You’ll also get more time to enjoy the scenic views and maybe even stop for breakfast on the way.
By Bus
One can come to park by taking a bus from cities like Delhi, Haridwar, Dehradun, and Haldwani. This park has a good transport network, and people can find both Uttarakhand State Transport and private bus operators who run bus services to reach this park. You can even choose the bus from regular, semi-deluxe, and AC, depending on your comfort and pocket allowance.
If you wanna come from Delhi, then take it from ISBT Anand Vihar. From there, the bus will take around 7 to 8 hours to reach Ramnagar. Upon reaching Ramnagar, you can find many local taxis and shared autos to reach the park or your resort.
Travel Tip: If you’re planning a night tour, then we advise you to book an AC sleeper bus so that you can enjoy a comfortable journey. This way, you can reach Ramnagar in the early morning and get ready for your thrilling gypsy safari ride.
Extra Travel Tips
Book Early: Trains and flights get booked fast during the vacations or tourism season so we would advise all the travelers to make the bookings in advance. This way, you can be sure to reach the park on time.
Carry Cash: ATMs are available in Ramnagar, but it’s a better option to carry cash whenever you come because many shops and taxi drivers ask for it.
Check Safari Timings: Make your travel plans according to your safari ride. Reaching the safari gate at least 30 minutes before your safari time is necessary for permit and ID checks. If you’re late, then you might miss a chance to go inside the park.
Keep Essentials: If you’re going inside the park just after reaching this area, then don’t forget to keep essentials for safari, such as binoculars, a water bottle, and a camera. Go inside the park in comfortable clothes.