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

The cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad is to train which costs ₹550 - ₹4,400 and takes 28h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad is to fly and train which takes 8h 41m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹24,000.

Is there a direct bus between Rishīkesh and Dhanbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad. However, there are services departing from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand and arriving at Dhanbad via Haridwar, Uttarakhand and Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Rishīkesh and Dhanbad?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yog Nagari Rishikesh and arriving at Dhanbad Jn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28h 8m.

How far is it from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad?

The distance between Rishīkesh and Dhanbad is 1226 km. The road distance is 1225.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad without a car is to bus which takes 27h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 27h 35m to get from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Dhanbad bus from?

Rishīkesh to Dhanbad bus services, operated by Shree Saroj Travels, depart from Haridwar, Uttarakhand station.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Dhanbad train from?

Rishīkesh to Dhanbad train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Yog Nagari Rishikesh station.

Train or bus from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad?

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad is to bus which takes 27h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹550 - ₹4,400 and takes 28h 8m.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Dhanbad bus arrive?

Rishīkesh to Dhanbad bus services, operated by Shree Saroj Travels, arrive at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Dhanbad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Rishīkesh to Dhanbad is 1225 km. It takes approximately 15h 33m to drive from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad.

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

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Where can I stay near Dhanbad?

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Rishīkesh to Dhanbad - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Rishīkesh to Dhanbad by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Haridwar, Uttarakhand to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus Haridwar, Uttarakhand - Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
2. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Dhanbadbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Dhanbad
27h 35m
Train
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1. Take the train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Dhanbad Jntrain 13010
28h 8m
₹550–4,400
Drive 1,225.4 km
1. Drive from Rishīkesh to Dhanbadcar 1,225.4 km
15h 33m
₹13,856–20,014
Fly to Durgapur Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, train
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Durgapur Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP)plane DED - RDP
2. Take the train from Raniganj to Dhanbad Jntrain
20h 18m
₹8,428–21,707
Fly to Birsa Munda Airport, train
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane DED - IXR
2. Take the train from Ranchi to Dhanbad Jntrain
9h 21m
₹9,108–19,437
Fly to Deoghar, train
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Deoghar (DGH)plane DED - DGH
2. Take the train from Sankarpur to Dhanbad Jntrain
8h 41m
₹8,798–23,707

Dehradun Airport (DED) to Durgapur Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP) flights

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22h 42mAverage Duration

₹7,319Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,226.2 km
Duration: 27h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand to Dhanbad via Haridwar, Uttarakhand and Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh in around 27h 35m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Dhanbad Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹550–4,400 and the journey takes 28h 8m.

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