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

The cheapest way to get from Manali to Rishīkesh is to train and bus which costs ₹1,300 - ₹9,000 and takes 43h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manali to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct bus between Manali and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct bus from Manali to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from M.F.L. and arriving at Rishikesh via Chennai, Bengaluru, Udaipur and Noida. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Manali and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct train from Manali to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Perambur and arriving at Rishikesh via Saharanpur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 13m.

How far is it from Manali to Rishīkesh?

The distance between Manali and Rishīkesh is 1982 km. The road distance is 2201.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Manali to Rishīkesh without a car is to bus which takes 40h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Manali to Rishīkesh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manali to Rishīkesh bus from?

Manali to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by MTC, depart from M.F.L. station.

Where do I catch the Manali to Rishīkesh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manali to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from Manali to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹20,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 40h 32m, you could also train, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹9,000 and takes 44h 13m.

Where does the Manali to Rishīkesh bus arrive?

Manali to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Manali to Rishīkesh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manali to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between Manali to Rishīkesh is 2201 km. It takes approximately 34h 16m to drive from Manali to Rishīkesh.

Where can I stay near Rishīkesh?

There are 1109+ hotels available in Rishīkesh.

Manali to Rishīkesh - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Manali to Rishīkesh by plane, bus, train, 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
7h 32m
₹9,858–19,078
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Hazrat Nizamuddintrain 12641 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pandav Nagar to Rishikeshbus
43h 50m
₹1,325–8,633
Bus
1. Take the bus from M.F.L. to Central Stationbus 28A
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Bengalurubus
3. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Udaipurbus
4. Take the bus from Udaipur to Noidabus
5. Take the bus from Noida to Rishikeshbus
40h 32m
Drive 2,201.5 km
1. Drive from Manali to Rishīkeshcar 2,201.5 km
34h 16m
₹21,398–30,909
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
13h 18m
₹13,163–30,468
Train
1. Take the train from Perambur to Saharanpurtrain 20493
2. Take the train from Saharanpur to Rishikeshtrain 14815 / ...
44h 13m
₹1,405–8,973

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Dehradun Airport (DED) flights

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5h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,982.1 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Manali, Tamil Nādu, India and Rishīkesh, India?

Air India Limited and IndiGo Airlines fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Dehradun Airport (DED) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Manali to Rishikesh via M.F.L., Central Station, Chennai, Bengaluru, Udaipur, and Noida in around 40h 32m.

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