Delhi to Auli Cab
Auli draws heavy search interest year-round for winter skiing, mountain photography and one of Asia’s longest cable car rides above Joshimath. Here is the route, the fare and what to plan for.
Nearest gateways
Nearest railhead
Rishikesh, at the start of the hill drive
Nearest town
Joshimath, just below Auli
Often combined with
Badrinath or Joshimath trips
Delhi to Auli, stage by stage
The road distance from Delhi to Auli is roughly 530–545 km, depending on the exact route and starting point in Delhi, along the Alaknanda valley — typically a two-day drive with an overnight stop.
Auli
Snow slopes in winter, sweeping meadow views the rest of the year.
- What it is
- A high-altitude meadow and ski resort above Joshimath, developed as India’s premier skiing destination with wide slopes framed by Nanda Devi and other Himalayan peaks.
- Why travellers come
- Skiing and snowboarding in winter, one of Asia’s longest cable car (ropeway) rides year-round, and panoramic Himalayan photography from the meadows.
- Elevation
- Around 2,800–3,050 m above sea level, giving snow cover through winter and cool weather even in summer.
- Skiing season
- Typically late December through February, when the slopes are consistently snow-covered; the meadows and cable car are open through most of the year for non-skiing visits.
What to plan for
Best time to visit
December to February for skiing and snow; April to June and September to November for clear-weather meadow visits and photography without snow gear.
Cable car ride
The Joshimath–Auli ropeway is a highlight in its own right, giving sweeping valley views even for travellers not skiing.
Combine with Joshimath or Badrinath
Auli sits just above Joshimath, itself the last major town before the Badrinath temple road, so both are easily combined on one itinerary.
Winter road conditions
Snow and cold can affect the Joshimath–Auli road and the wider Alaknanda valley route in peak winter; check conditions before departure.
Common questions about Auli travel
How far is Auli from Delhi by road?
Auli is roughly 530–545 km from Delhi by road, travelling via Rishikesh, Rudraprayag and Joshimath. It is typically covered over two driving days given the length of the Himalayan hill drive.
What is Auli known for?
Skiing and snowboarding in winter, panoramic Himalayan views including Nanda Devi, and one of Asia’s longest cable car rides connecting Joshimath to Auli.
When is the skiing season in Auli?
Typically late December through February, when snow cover on the slopes is most reliable. The meadows and cable car remain open through much of the rest of the year for non-skiing visits.
Can I visit Auli without skiing?
Yes. The cable car ride and the meadow views are popular year-round attractions on their own, independent of the skiing season.
Can I combine Auli with a Badrinath trip?
Yes. Auli sits just above Joshimath, which is also the last major town before the Badrinath temple road, so the two are commonly combined in one itinerary.
Can WonderTravel arrange a Delhi to Auli cab?
Yes. Given the distance, we typically plan it as a multi-day round trip with an overnight stop, and can combine it with Joshimath or Badrinath in the same booking.
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