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Kathmandu to Rishikesh

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Five ways to Travel from Kathmandu to Rishikesh

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Cheapest
By car (1 007 km)
15 h 7 min
1007 km.
from $55
Other
Rideshare
15 h 7 min
1007 km.
from $13.13
Bus, Train
27 h 21 min
733 km.
from $16.71
Train
22 h 5 min
732 km.
from $104.38
Bus
31 h 56 min
734 km.
from $60.37

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Jolly
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$433.21

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Jolly
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$496.92

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Raxaul Jn to Laksar
Ave. Duration:
17h 7m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.99–$152.90
Train from Laksar Jn to Yog
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.66–$10.19
Train from Ayodhya Cantt to Yog
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.59–$101.93

Bus operators

Laxmi Holidays

Phone:
+918377971006
Email:
Website:
laxmiholidays.com/
Bus from Pandav Nagar to Rishikesh
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.10–$9.56

Asians Shina Tours & Travel

Phone:
9599757693
Email:
Bus from Kathmandu Swoyambhu to Delhi
Ave. Duration:
25h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.22–$43.32

Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC)

Phone:
+91-11-23370236
Email:
Website:
dtc.delhi.gov.in
Bus from Kathmandu to Faizabad
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.76–$17.84

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh?

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh is to bus and train which costs $4.57 - $103.26 and takes 27h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh?

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $103.26 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Kathmandu and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Kathmandu Swoyambhu and arriving at Rishikesh via Majnu Ka Tila Outer Ring Road, Delhi Gate / Ambedkar Stadium Terminal and Pandav Nagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 56m.

How far is it from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh?

The distance between Kathmandu and Rishīkesh is 772 km. The road distance is 1001 km.

How do I travel from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh without a car?

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh without a car is to bus which takes 31h 56m and costs $36.96 - $46.74 .

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kathmandu to Rishīkesh bus from?

Kathmandu to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by Asians Shina Tours & Travel, depart from Kathmandu Swoyambhu station.

Train, bus or fly from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $103.26 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $46.74 and takes 31h 56m. There are no good options to train between Kathmandu to Rishīkesh.

Where does the Kathmandu to Rishīkesh bus arrive?

Kathmandu to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by Asians Shina Tours & Travel, arrive at Delhi Majnu ka Tila station.

What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Rishīkesh?

Rishīkesh is 15 min behind Kathmandu. It is currently 13:59 in Kathmandu and 13:44 in Rishīkesh.

Can I drive from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathmandu to Rishīkesh is 1001 km. It takes approximately 14h 58m to drive from Kathmandu to Rishīkesh.

Where can I stay near Rishīkesh?

There are 987+ hotels available in Rishīkesh. Prices start at $14.71 per night.
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