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

The cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Gaya is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹3,800 and takes 23h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Gaya is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹28,000.

Is there a direct bus between Rishīkesh and Gaya?

No, there is no direct bus from Rishīkesh to Gaya. However, there are services departing from Rishikesh and arriving at Gaya via Meerut APS College of Education and Delhi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Rishīkesh and Gaya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yog Nagari Rishikesh and arriving at Gaya Jn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23h 50m.

How far is it from Rishīkesh to Gaya?

The distance between Rishīkesh and Gaya is 927 km. The road distance is 1053.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Gaya without a car is to bus which takes 23h 2m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹6,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Rishīkesh to Gaya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Gaya bus from?

Rishīkesh to Gaya bus services, operated by Laxmi Holidays, depart from Rishikesh station.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Gaya train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rishīkesh to Gaya?

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Gaya is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹28,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹6,000 and takes 23h 2m, you could also train, which costs ₹500 - ₹3,800 and takes 23h 50m.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Gaya bus arrive?

Rishīkesh to Gaya bus services, operated by Laxmi Holidays, arrive at Meerut station.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Gaya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rishīkesh to Gaya?

Yes, the driving distance between Rishīkesh to Gaya is 1053 km. It takes approximately 13h 8m to drive from Rishīkesh to Gaya.

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

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Where can I stay near Gaya?

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Rishīkesh to Gaya - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rishīkesh to Gaya by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Gaya
best
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Gaya (GAY)plane DED - GAY
4h 19m
₹11,768–27,917
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Gaya Jntrain 13010
23h 50m
₹500–3,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rishikesh to Meerutbus
2. Take the bus from Meerut APS College of Education to Delhibus
3. Take the bus from Delhi to Gayabus
23h 2m
₹1,446–5,829
Drive 1,053.3 km
1. Drive from Rishīkesh to Gayacar 1,053.3 km
13h 8m
₹11,789–17,028
Fly to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport, train
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT)plane DED - PAT
2. Take the train from Patna Jn to Gaya Jntrain
6h 40m
₹7,468–14,087

Rishīkesh to Gaya by train

7Weekly Trains

23h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 927.5 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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

Air India Limited and IndiGo Airlines fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Gaya (GAY) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rishikesh to Gaya via Meerut APS College of Education and Delhi in around 23h 2m.

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