Yes, the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway (Akshardham to Dehradun) is operational and has significantly cut travel time from 6 hours to approximately 2.5–3 hours. The expressway is 210 km long and passes through the Shivalik Hills with tunnels and elevated sections. It enters Uttarakhand near Ganeshpur. Some sections near the Shivalik Hills have restricted speeds due to wildlife crossings. EZPZ Taxi drivers are fully updated on the new expressway route — book at ezpztaxi.com or call +91-9871121217.
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The Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor (NH-334B) — popularly called the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway — was inaugurated in March 2024 by PM Modi. It is partially operational as of 2026, with the full stretch progressively opening.
Current Status (2026)
The expressway is open and usable but in phases:
| Stretch | Status |
|---|---|
| Delhi (Akshardham) → Saharanpur | ✅ Open, 6-lane |
| Saharanpur → Dehradun (with tunnels) | ✅ Open |
| Dedicated wildlife tunnels (Shivalik section) | ✅ Operational |
The full 210 km expressway cuts Delhi–Dehradun drive time from 5.5–6 hours (old route) to approximately 2.5–3 hours — a massive improvement.
Key Features
- Total length: 210 km (Delhi to Dehradun)
- Wildlife crossing tunnel: A 340m elevated wildlife corridor in the Shivalik Hills section — allows tigers, elephants and other wildlife to cross the highway safely — a first in India
- 12-lane at Delhi end, narrowing to 6-lane through Uttarakhand
- Speed limit: 100–120 km/h on most sections
What This Means for EZPZ Taxi Passengers
EZPZ Taxi drivers use the expressway where it's open and beneficial. For Delhi to Mussoorie and Dehradun trips, this has materially shortened drive times. Ask your driver about current conditions — expressway work continues in sections.
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