What is the cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake is to train which costs ₹900 - ₹3,300 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake?

The fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Rishīkesh and Nainital Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake. However, there are services departing from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand and arriving at Nainital, Uttarakhand via Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Rishīkesh and Nainital Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake. However, there are services departing from Yog Nagari Rishikesh and arriving at Kathgodam via Haridwar Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake?

The distance between Rishīkesh and Nainital Lake is 235 km. The road distance is 237.9 km.

How do I travel from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake without a car is to bus which takes 7h 43m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake?

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake train from?

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

Train or bus from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake?

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake is to bus which takes 7h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹900 - ₹3,300 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake is 238 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lake.

Where can I stay near Nainital Lake?

There are 961+ hotels available in Nainital Lake.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Haridwar, Uttarakhand to Nainital, Uttarakhandbus Haridwar, Uttarakhand - Nainital, Uttarakhand
7h 43m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Haridwar Jn to Kathgodamtrain 14120 / ...
9h 10m
₹925–3,234
Drive 237.9 km
1. Drive from Rishīkesh to Nainital Lakecar 237.9 km
4h 10m
₹2,684–3,876
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rishīkesh to Nainital Laketaxi 237.9 km
4h 10m
₹5,000–6,500
Bus via Dehradun
1. Take the bus from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand to Dehradun, Uttarakhandbus Rishikesh, Uttarakhand - Dehradun, Uttarakhand
2. Take the bus from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Nainital, Uttarakhandbus Dehradun, Uttarakhand - Nainital, Uttarakhand
9h 33m

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Distance: 234.6 km
Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Rishīkesh, India and Nainital Lake, India?

Kissan Travels Pilani operates a bus from Haridwar, Uttarakhand to Nainital, Uttarakhand hourly, and the journey takes 6h 20m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Haridwar Jn to Kathgodam twice daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,600 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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