Delhi to Jim Corbett, at a glance
Jim Corbett National Park is India’s oldest and most famous tiger reserve, a wild spread of sal forest, grassland and the Ramganga river in the Himalayan foothills. The park gate town of Ramnagar sits ~260 km from Delhi, a comfortable six-hour drive via Moradabad. Jeep safaris in Bijrani and Dhikala, riverside resorts and the Garjiya Devi temple make an easy weekend of it — and with a car and driver waiting, the timing of the early-morning safaris is simple to plan.
Delhi to Jim Corbett taxi fare
All-inclusive — toll, state tax, fuel & driver allowance already in. Round trip is 1.85× the one-way.
| Car | Model | Seats | One-way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | Dzire, Etios | 4 | ₹4,100 | ₹7,300 |
| SUV | Ertiga, XUV | 6-7 | ₹4,700 | ₹8,350 |
| Premium SUV | Innova Crysta | 7 | ₹5,700 | ₹10,150 |
| Tempo Traveller | Force 12–17 | 12-17 | ₹8,450 | ₹14,950 |
What to see in Jim Corbett
Sal forests and grasslands alive with tiger, elephant and deer — India’s original national park.
Dhikala zone
The park’s legendary grassland zone, with the best chance of big game and an iconic forest rest house.
Jungle safari
Open-jeep safaris along forest tracks at dawn and dusk — the heart of a Corbett trip.
Chital & wildlife
Spotted deer, sambar, wild boar and elephant are common; the tiger is the elusive prize.
Birdlife
Peafowl, hornbills, eagles and kingfishers — Corbett is a birder’s paradise.
Predators
Jackal, leopard and, with luck and patience, the Bengal tiger itself.
The wild river
The Ramganga winds through the park, drawing animals to its banks — and the odd mugger crocodile.
Things to do in Jim Corbett
A dawn safari in Bijrani or Jhirna is the best time for sightings — cool, quiet and full of life.
Book a forest rest house in the core Dhikala zone for the deepest wilderness experience.
The Ramganga banks and grasslands are superb for waterbirds and raptors.
A riverside temple on a rock in the Kosi, a short drive from Ramnagar.
The old bungalow of Jim Corbett himself at Kaladhungi, now a small, evocative museum.
Relax at a Kosi-river resort between safaris — many have their own nature walks.
How to reach Jim Corbett from Delhi
Pick your mode — see the options and book, all in one place.
| Car (EZPZ) | Seats | One-way | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 4 | ₹4,100 | Book |
| SUV | 6-7 | ₹4,700 | Book |
| Premium SUV | 7 | ₹5,700 | Book |
| Tempo Traveller | 12-17 | ₹8,450 | Book |
All-inclusive · ~260 km, ~6 hrs via NH-9 (via Moradabad–Ramnagar) · doorstep pickup, driver waits at every stop.
A Corbett safari weekend
One night by the river, two safaris and a wild morning on the grasslands.
Leave Delhi, reach by afternoon
A morning start via Moradabad; reach Ramnagar by early afternoon and check into a river resort.
First jeep safari
An afternoon safari in Bijrani or Jhirna — settle into the rhythm of the forest.
Morning safari
The best sightings come at first light — a cool, quiet dawn drive through the park.
Garjiya Devi, then home
The riverside temple or the Corbett Museum, then the easy drive back to Delhi.
Serious wildlife fans should book a night inside the Dhikala zone — permits go months ahead.
Best time to visit
Cool, clear days and easy sightings as animals gather at water — prime safari season.
Hot but excellent for tigers, which come to the shrinking waterholes — the peak sighting months.
Core zones (Dhikala/Bijrani) largely close for the rains; Jhirna often stays open.
Safari permits and Dhikala stays sell out fast — reserve well in advance.
Easy add-ons near Corbett
The lake town of Kumaon — an easy add-on for a hill-and-jungle weekend.
A quiet cantonment hill town of pines and open ridges.
A dramatic riverside temple perched on a rock in the Kosi.
Jim Corbett’s old home and museum, on the forest’s edge.
One fare. Everything in.
The number we quote is the number you pay — no toll or tax sprung on you at the end.
- Highway toll & state tax — included
- Fuel & driver allowance — included
- No surge, ever — even weekends
- Pay after the trip — cash, UPI or card
Delhi → Jim Corbett, the EZPZ way
All-inclusive, no surge, no end-of-trip surprises on toll or tax.
Only going one way? Pay for one way — no forced return, no dead-km.
Experienced, courteous chauffeurs who know this route inside out.
Sightseeing or stops on the way — the same car stays with you throughout.
Cars for every group
Dzire, Etios
4 · 2 bags
from ₹4,100
Ertiga, XUV
6-7 · 3-4 bags
from ₹4,700
Innova Crysta
7 · 4 bags
from ₹5,700
Force 12–17
12-17 · plenty
from ₹8,450
Jim Corbett travel tips
Permits for Bijrani, Dhikala and Jhirna sell out — reserve well ahead, especially in season.
Morning safaris offer the coolest air and the best chance of a big cat.
Greens and browns blend in; avoid bright clothing and strong perfume on safari.
The core zones shut in the monsoon (roughly July–mid-October); Jhirna usually stays open.
Wildlife keeps its distance — a telephoto and binoculars make the difference.
Silence and patience are rewarded; noise scares the animals away.
Delhi to Jim Corbett taxi FAQ
A one-way sedan starts at about ₹4,100 (around 260 km). SUVs and Tempo Travellers cost more. All-inclusive — toll, state tax, fuel and driver allowance already in.
About 6 hours over ~260 km via Moradabad to Ramnagar, right by the park gates.
The safari itself is a separate forest-department jeep with a guide; we help you time your visit around your permits and can suggest resorts.
November–February for pleasant weather and March–June for the best tiger sightings. Core zones close in the monsoon.
Yes — you pay only for the Delhi→Ramnagar distance, with no return fare and no dead-km.