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

The cheapest way to get from Manali to Rishīkesh is to train which costs ₹1,400 - ₹9,000 and takes 44h 13m.

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 10m 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, Hyderabad and Delhi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

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 1983 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 train which takes 44h 13m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹9,000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m 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 10m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹20,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹9,000 and takes 44h 13m, you could also bus via Hyderabad, which costs ₹2,200 - ₹13,000 and takes 2 days 5h.

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 15m to drive from Manali to Rishīkesh.

Where can I stay near Rishīkesh?

There are 1105+ hotels available in Rishīkesh.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Dehradun Airport (DED)plane MAA - DED
7h 10m
₹9,852–19,071
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Saharanpurtrain 20493
2. Take the train from Saharanpur to Rishikeshtrain 14815 / ...
44h 13m
₹1,405–8,973
Bus via Hyderabad
1. Take the bus from M.F.L. to Central Stationbus 28A
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Hyderabadbus
3. Take the bus from Hyderabad to Delhibus
4. Take the bus from Delhi to Rishikeshbus
2d 5h
₹2,245–12,062
Drive 2,201.5 km
1. Drive from Manali to Rishīkeshcar 2,201.5 km
34h 15m
₹24,640–35,591
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai Koyambedu to Kempegowda B.S.bus
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Gurugrambus
3. Take the bus from Gurugram Gurgaon to Rishikeshbus
2d 17h

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

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6h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,982.9 km
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Manali, Tamil Nādu, 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 vehicle from Manali to Rishikesh via Perambur and Saharanpur in around 44h 13m.

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