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

The cheapest way to get from Punjab to Rishīkesh is to train which costs ₹230 - ₹1,800 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Punjab to Rishīkesh is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,800.

Is there a direct bus between Punjab and Rishīkesh?

No, there is no direct bus from Punjab to Rishīkesh. However, there are services departing from Ludhiana, Punjab and arriving at Rishikesh, Uttarakhand via Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Punjab and Rishīkesh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ludhiana Jn and arriving at Rishikesh. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 49m.

How far is it from Punjab to Rishīkesh?

The distance between Punjab and Rishīkesh is 290 km. The road distance is 289 km.

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

The best way to get from Punjab to Rishīkesh without a car is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Punjab to Rishīkesh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Punjab to Rishīkesh bus from?

Punjab to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by BT Travels, depart from Ludhiana, Punjab station.

Where do I catch the Punjab to Rishīkesh train from?

Punjab to Rishīkesh train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ludhiana Jn station.

Train or bus from Punjab to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from Punjab to Rishīkesh is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹230 - ₹1,800 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Punjab to Rishīkesh bus arrive?

Punjab to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by BT Travels, arrive at Dehradun, Uttarakhand station.

Where does the Punjab to Rishīkesh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Punjab to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between Punjab to Rishīkesh is 289 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Punjab to Rishīkesh.

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

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ludhiana, Punjab to Dehradun, Uttarakhandbus Ludhiana, Punjab - Dehradun, Uttarakhand
2. Take the bus from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Rishikesh, Uttarakhandbus Dehradun, Uttarakhand - Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
8h 19m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ludhiana Jn to Rishikeshtrain 14610
8h 49m
₹230–1,800
Drive 289 km
1. Drive from Ludhiāna to Rishīkeshcar 289 km
4h 29m
₹3,260–4,709
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ludhiāna to Rishīkeshtaxi 289 km
4h 29m
₹6,500–8,000
Bus via Chandīgarh
1. Take the bus from Ludhiana to Chandigarh ISBT-43bus
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Dehradunbus Ac
3. Take the bus from Dehradun ISBT to Rishikeshbus
8h 39m
₹737–2,715

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Distance: 290.3 km
Duration: 8h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Ludhiana, Punjab to Rishikesh, Uttarakhand via Dehradun, Uttarakhand in around 8h 19m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ludhiana Jn to Rishikesh once daily. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 8h 49m.

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