What is the cheapest way to get from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh?

The cheapest way to get from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh is to bus and train which costs ₹550 - ₹2,500 and takes 11h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh?

The fastest way to get from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 4h and costs ₹12,000 - ₹44,000.

Is there a direct bus between McLeod Ganj and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct bus from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Dharamsala and arriving at Rishikesh, Uttarakhand via Kangra, Himachal Pradesh and Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 32m.

How far is it from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh?

The distance between McLeod Ganj and Rishīkesh is 320 km. The road distance is 420.1 km.

How do I travel from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh without a car?

The best way to get from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 29m and costs ₹550 - ₹2,500.

How long does it take to get from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh?

It takes approximately 4h to get from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh bus from?

McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by Laxmi Holidays, depart from Kangra, Himachal Pradesh station.

Bus or fly from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 4h and costs ₹12,000 - ₹44,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, which costs and takes 12h 32m.

Where does the McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh bus arrive?

McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by Laxmi Holidays, arrive at Dehradun, Uttarakhand station.

Can I drive from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh is 420 km. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh.

Where can I stay near Rishīkesh?

There are 1147+ hotels available in Rishīkesh.

McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kangra Airport (DHM) to Dehradun Airport (DED)plane DHM - DED
4h
₹12,257–43,527
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from McLeod Ganj to Unabus
2. Take the train from Una Himachal to Haridwar Jntrain 04502
11h 29m
₹596–2,462
Bus via Kangra, Himachal Pradesh
1. Take the bus from Kangra, Himachal Pradesh to Dehradun, Uttarakhandbus Kangra, Himachal Pradesh - Dehradun, Uttarakhand
2. Take the bus from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Rishikesh, Uttarakhandbus Dehradun, Uttarakhand - Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
12h 32m
Drive 420.1 km
1. Drive from McLeod Ganj to Rishīkeshcar 420.1 km
7h 8m
₹4,742–6,850
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from McLeod Ganj to Pathankot Cantttaxi
2. Take the train from Pathankot Cantt to Yog Nagari Rishikeshtrain 14606
12h 20m
₹3,673–6,122
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mcleodganj to Dehradunbus 912 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dehradun ISBT to Rishikeshbus
14h 39m
₹1,278–2,926

McLeod Ganj to Rishīkesh by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

11h 29mAverage Duration

₹596Cheapest Price

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Distance: 320.1 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between McLeod Ganj, India and Rishīkesh, India?

IndiGo Airlines, Spicejet, and Air India Limited fly from Kangra Airport (DHM) to Dehradun Airport (DED) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dharamsala to Rishikesh, Uttarakhand via Kangra, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, and Dehradun, Uttarakhand in around 12h 32m.

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