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

The cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal is to train and bus which costs ₹420 - ₹2,000 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,200.

Is there a direct bus between Rishīkesh and Bhimtal?

No, there is no direct bus from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal. However, there are services departing from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand and arriving at Nainital, Uttarakhand via Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Rishīkesh and Bhimtal?

No, there is no direct train from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal. However, there are services departing from Yog Nagari Rishikesh and arriving at Kathgodam via Haridwar Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal?

The distance between Rishīkesh and Bhimtal is 256 km. The road distance is 258.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal without a car is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Bhimtal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Bhimtal train from?

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

Train or bus from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal?

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹750 - ₹3,100 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Bhimtal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rishīkesh to Bhimtal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal?

Yes, the driving distance between Rishīkesh to Bhimtal is 258 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal.

Where can I stay near Bhimtal?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Rishīkesh to Bhimtal 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
8h 4m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Rampurtrain 13010 / ...
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Rampur to FlixBus Bhimtal Taxi Standbus FlixBus IN0320B / ...
9h 52m
₹427–1,922
Train
1. Take the train from Haridwar Jn to Kathgodamtrain 14120 / ...
8h 47m
₹795–3,084
Drive 258.2 km
1. Drive from Rishīkesh to Bhimtalcar 258.2 km
4h 17m
₹2,897–4,184
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rishīkesh to Bhimtaltaxi 258.2 km
4h 17m
₹5,500–7,000

Rishīkesh to Bhimtal by train, foot, and bus

11Weekly Services

9h 52mAverage Duration

₹427Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.7 km
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Rishīkesh, India and Bhimtal, 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 21m.

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