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

The cheapest way to get from Kālka to Rishīkesh is to train which costs ₹300 - ₹2,400 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kālka to Rishīkesh is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Kālka and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kālka to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Kalka and arriving at Rishikesh via Zirakpur, Chandigarh and Dehradun ISBT. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kālka and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct train from Kālka to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Kalka and arriving at Rishikesh via Chandigarh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Kālka to Rishīkesh?

The distance between Kālka and Rishīkesh is 250 km. The road distance is 202.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kālka to Rishīkesh without a car is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Kālka to Rishīkesh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kālka to Rishīkesh bus from?

Kālka to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by Zingbus, depart from Kalka, Haryana station.

Where do I catch the Kālka to Rishīkesh train from?

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

Train or bus from Kālka to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from Kālka to Rishīkesh is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Kālka to Rishīkesh bus arrive?

Kālka to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by Zingbus, arrive at Shimla, Himachal Pradesh station.

Where does the Kālka to Rishīkesh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kālka to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kālka to Rishīkesh is 203 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Kālka to Rishīkesh.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chandigarh to Rishikeshtrain 14610
7h 30m
₹305–2,390
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Dehradunbus Ac
2. Take the bus from Dehradun ISBT to Rishikeshbus
7h 55m
₹1,005–3,132
Drive 202.6 km
1. Drive from Kālka to Rishīkeshcar 202.6 km
3h 22m
₹2,286–3,302
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kālka to Rishīkeshtaxi 202.6 km
3h 22m
₹4,500–5,500
Bus via Shimla
1. Take the bus from Kalka, Haryana to Shimla, Himachal Pradeshbus
2. Take the bus from Shimla, Himachal Pradesh to Dehradun, Uttarakhandbus
3. Take the bus from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Rishikesh, Uttarakhandbus
8h 54m

Kālka to Rishīkesh by train

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7h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.7 km
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Kālka, Haryana, 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, you can take a bus from Kalka to Rishikesh via Zirakpur, Isbt-43, Chandigarh, and Dehradun ISBT in around 7h 55m.

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