Day trip from Meerut to Chandigarh
Chandigarh lies 214 km (133 mi) north-west of Meerut, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 214 km (133 mi) apart, Chandigarh is a realistic day trip from Meerut: about 3 h 29 min each way by road.
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| Meerut | Chandigarh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.2 million | 970,602 |
| Elevation | 228 m (748 ft) | 351 m (1,152 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
What to see in Chandigarh
UNESCO World Heritage in the city: Tower of Shadows.
Where to book tours and tickets in Chandigarh
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Staying in Chandigarh
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Common questions
How far is Chandigarh from Meerut?
214 km (133 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Meerut; by road roughly 262 km (163 mi).
How long does it take to get from Meerut to Chandigarh by road?
About 3 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Meerut and Chandigarh?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.