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

The cheapest way to get from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh is to train which costs ₹190 - ₹1,500 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Chandigarh and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct bus from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Chandigarh, Punjab and arriving at Rishikesh, Uttarakhand via Panchkula, Haryana and Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Chandigarh and Rishīkesh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chandigarh and arriving at Rishikesh. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh?

The distance between Chandigarh and Rishīkesh is 225 km. The road distance is 196.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs ₹190 - ₹1,500.

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

The train from Chandigarh to Rishikesh takes 6h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Chandigarh to Rishīkesh bus from?

Chandigarh to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by CIty Land Travels, depart from Panchkula, Haryana station.

Where do I catch the Chandigarh to Rishīkesh train from?

Chandigarh to Rishīkesh train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chandigarh station.

Train or bus from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh is to train which takes 6h and costs ₹190 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Chandigarh to Rishīkesh bus arrive?

Chandigarh to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by CIty Land Travels, arrive at Haridwar, Uttarakhand station.

Where does the Chandigarh to Rishīkesh train arrive?

Chandigarh to Rishīkesh train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Rishikesh station.

Can I drive from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between Chandigarh to Rishīkesh is 197 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh.

Where can I stay near Rishīkesh?

There are 1136+ hotels available in Rishīkesh.

Chandigarh to Rishīkesh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Chandigarh to Rishīkesh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chandigarh to Rishikeshtrain 14610
6h
₹190–1,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Panchkula, Haryana to Haridwar, Uttarakhandbus Panchkula, Haryana - Haridwar, Uttarakhand
6h 29m
Drive 196.7 km
1. Drive from Chandigarh to Rishīkeshcar 196.7 km
3h 16m
₹2,220–3,206
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chandigarh to Rishīkeshtaxi 196.7 km
3h 16m
₹4,300–5,500
Bus via Dehradun
1. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Dehradoonbus 153
2. Take the bus from Dehradun ISBT to Rishikeshbus
7h 9m
₹1,059–2,813

Chandigarh to Rishīkesh by train

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6hAverage Duration

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Distance: 224.9 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Chandigarh, India and Rishīkesh, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chandigarh to Rishikesh once daily. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 6h. Alternatively, CIty Land Travels operates a bus from Panchkula, Haryana to Haridwar, Uttarakhand every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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