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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Rishīkesh is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹8,500 and takes 44h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹19,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Rishikesh via Hyderabad and Delhi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Perambur and arriving at Rishikesh via Saharanpur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 3m.

How far is it from Chennai to Rishīkesh?

The distance between Chennai and Rishīkesh is 1955 km. The road distance is 2206.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Rishīkesh without a car is to train which takes 44h 3m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹8,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Chennai to Rishīkesh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Rishīkesh bus from?

Chennai to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Rishīkesh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from Chennai to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹19,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹8,500 and takes 44h 3m, you could also bus, which costs ₹2,000 - ₹12,000 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Chennai to Rishīkesh bus arrive?

Chennai to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Hyderabad station.

Where does the Chennai to Rishīkesh train arrive?

Chennai to Rishīkesh train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Saharanpur station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Rishīkesh is 2206 km. It takes approximately 34h 20m to drive from Chennai to Rishīkesh.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai to Rishīkesh?

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Where can I stay near Rishīkesh?

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Chennai to Rishīkesh - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Rishīkesh by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Chennai International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Dehradun Airport (DED)plane MAA - DED
6h 26m
₹9,630–18,788
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Saharanpurtrain 20493
2. Take the train from Saharanpur to Rishikeshtrain 14815 / ...
44h 3m
₹1,121–8,428
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Hyderabadbus
2. Take the bus from Hyderabad to Delhibus
3. Take the bus from Delhi to Rishikeshbus
2d 3h
₹2,035–11,659
Drive 2,206.4 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Rishīkeshcar 2,206.4 km
34h 20m
₹24,643–35,595
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Dehradun Airport (DED)plane TIR - DED
9h 5m
₹12,927–22,159

Chennai to Rishīkesh by train

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44h 3mAverage Duration

₹1,121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,955.2 km
Duration: 6h 26m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Limited, and Air India Express fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Dehradun Airport (DED) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Perambur to Rishikesh via Saharanpur in around 44h 3m.

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