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

The cheapest way to get from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh is to train which costs ₹210 - ₹1,600 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Kathgodam and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Kathgodam, Uttarakhand and arriving at Rishikesh, Uttarakhand via Haldwani, Uttarakhand, Nainital, Uttarakhand and Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Kathgodam and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct train from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Kathgodam and arriving at Haridwar Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh?

The distance between Kathgodam and Rishīkesh is 305 km. The road distance is 236.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,600.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kathgodam to Rishīkesh bus from?

Kathgodam to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by New Shree Mahaveer Travels, depart from Haldwani, Uttarakhand station.

Where do I catch the Kathgodam to Rishīkesh train from?

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

Train or bus from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 3m.

Where does the Kathgodam to Rishīkesh bus arrive?

Kathgodam to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by New Shree Mahaveer Travels, arrive at Nainital, Uttarakhand station.

Where does the Kathgodam to Rishīkesh train arrive?

Kathgodam to Rishīkesh train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Haridwar Jn station.

Can I drive from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathgodam to Rishīkesh is 236 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh.

Where can I stay near Rishīkesh?

There are 1136+ hotels available in Rishīkesh.

Kathgodam to Rishīkesh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kathgodam to Rishīkesh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Kathgodam to Haridwar Jntrain 14119 / ...
7h 35m
₹210–1,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haldwani, Uttarakhand to Nainital, Uttarakhandbus Haldwani, Uttarakhand - Nainital, Uttarakhand
2. Take the bus from Nainital, Uttarakhand to Haridwar, Uttarakhandbus Nainital, Uttarakhand - Haridwar, Uttarakhand
11h 3m
Drive 236.5 km
1. Drive from Kathgodam to Rishīkeshcar 236.5 km
3h 50m
₹2,668–3,853
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kathgodam to Rishīkeshtaxi 236.5 km
3h 50m
₹5,000–6,500

Kathgodam to Rishīkesh by train, foot, and bus

12Weekly Services

7h 35mAverage Duration

₹210Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305.4 km
Duration: 7h 35m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kathgodam to Haridwar Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,600 and the journey takes 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kathgodam to Rishikesh, Uttarakhand via Kathgodam, Uttarakhand, Haldwani, Uttarakhand, Nainital, Uttarakhand, and Haridwar, Uttarakhand in around 11h 3m.

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