According to forum posts, travelers can use road transportation from Delhi to Haridwar, although it's noted that the roads can be in poor condition, especially towards Ghaziabad/Modinagar due to construction work. The approximate drive time is reported to vary between 5 and 7 hours.

Travelers have called out that while the Delhi to Haridwar road was undergoing repairs, recent work by the government has improved the conditions significantly, making the journey smoother for road trips.

Some travelers suggested a multi-day itinerary that includes Haridwar and nearby locations. For a 5 or 6-day trip, one recommended plan starts with an evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri on the first day, followed by local sightseeing in Rishikesh on the second day, then moving to Mussoorie on the third day for local exploration, visiting Dhanaulti on the fourth day, and concluding with sightseeing in Dehradun before returning to Haridwar.

For shorter visits, such as a weekend, users have recommended spending the first day in Haridwar exploring key sites like Mansa Devi Temple and Har Ki Pauri for the Ganga Aarti, then heading to Rishikesh on the second day for additional sightseeing, including white-water rafting and visiting Laxman Jhula.

For those traveling with children, an itinerary suggestion includes starting in Haridwar, visiting the Rajaji National Park, then moving to Rishikesh for activities like a cable car ride to Mansa Devi Temple and staying at a camp in Shivpuri, which offers adventure activities suitable for kids.