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

The cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam is to train which costs ₹320 - ₹2,500 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Rishīkesh and Kathgodam?

No, there is no direct bus from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam. However, there are services departing from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand and arriving at Kathgodam, Uttarakhand via Haridwar, Uttarakhand, Nainital, Uttarakhand and Haldwani, Uttarakhand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rishīkesh and Kathgodam?

No, there is no direct train from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam. However, there are services departing from Yog Nagari Rishikesh and arriving at Kathgodam via Haridwar Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam?

The distance between Rishīkesh and Kathgodam is 307 km. The road distance is 235.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam without a car is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Kathgodam bus from?

Rishīkesh to Kathgodam bus services, operated by Kissan Travels Pilani, depart from Haridwar, Uttarakhand station.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Kathgodam train from?

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

Train or bus from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam?

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Kathgodam bus arrive?

Rishīkesh to Kathgodam bus services, operated by Kissan Travels Pilani, arrive at Nainital, Uttarakhand station.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Kathgodam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam?

Yes, the driving distance between Rishīkesh to Kathgodam is 236 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Rishīkesh to Kathgodam.

Where can I stay near Kathgodam?

There are 699+ hotels available in Kathgodam.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Haridwar Jn to Kathgodamtrain 14120 / ...
8h 6m
₹325–2,484
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haridwar, Uttarakhand to Nainital, Uttarakhandbus Haridwar, Uttarakhand - Nainital, Uttarakhand
2. Take the bus from Nainital, Uttarakhand to Haldwani, Uttarakhandbus Nainital, Uttarakhand - Haldwani, Uttarakhand
10h 25m
Drive 235.5 km
1. Drive from Rishīkesh to Kathgodamcar 235.5 km
3h 45m
₹2,657–3,837
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rishīkesh to Kathgodamtaxi 235.5 km
3h 45m
₹5,000–6,500

Rishīkesh to Kathgodam by train

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Distance: 306.5 km
Duration: 8h 6m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Haridwar Jn to Kathgodam twice daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,600 and the journey takes 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand to Kathgodam via Haridwar, Uttarakhand, Nainital, Uttarakhand, Haldwani, Uttarakhand, and Kathgodam, Uttarakhand in around 10h 25m.

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