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

The cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Janakpur is to train which costs $7 - $60 and takes 32h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Janakpur is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $130 - $430.

Is there a direct train between Rishīkesh and Janakpur?

No, there is no direct train from Rishīkesh to Janakpur. However, there are services departing from Yog Nagari Rishikesh and arriving at Janakpur via Najibabad Jn and Jaynagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 36m.

How far is it from Rishīkesh to Janakpur?

The distance between Rishīkesh and Janakpur is 866 km. The road distance is 1035.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Janakpur without a car is to train which takes 32h 36m and costs $7 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Rishīkesh to Janakpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Janakpur train from?

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

Train or fly from Rishīkesh to Janakpur?

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Janakpur is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $130 - $430. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $60 and takes 32h 36m.

What is the time difference between Rishīkesh and Janakpur?

Janakpur is 15 min ahead of Rishīkesh. It is currently 4:28 AM in Rishīkesh and 4:43 AM in Janakpur.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Janakpur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rishīkesh to Janakpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Rishīkesh to Janakpur is 1035 km. It takes approximately 15h 58m to drive from Rishīkesh to Janakpur.

Where can I stay near Janakpur?

There are 20+ hotels available in Janakpur.

Rishīkesh to Janakpur - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car, bus, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Rishīkesh to Janakpur by plane, train, car, bus, or taxi

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Fly to Janakpur Airport
best
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Janakpur Airport (JKR)plane DED - JKR
5h 38m
$136–428
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Najibabad Jntrain 13010 / ...
2. Take the train from Najibabad Jn to Jaynagartrain 14674 / ...
32h 36m
$7–59
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Laksar Jntrain
2. Take the train from Laksar Jn to Janakpur Roadtrain
3. Drive from Janakpur Road to Janakpurcar
22h 52m
$11–58
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Rishikesh to Delhibus
2. Take the bus from Delhi to Muzaffarpurbus
3. Take the bus from Muzaffarpur to Sitamarhibus
4. Drive from Sitamarhi to Janakpurcar
26h 30m
Drive 1,035.4 km
1. Drive from Rishīkesh to Janakpurcar 1,035.4 km
15h 58m
$123–178
Fly to Darbhanga Airport, train
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Darbhanga Airport (DBR)plane DED - DBR
2. Take the train from Darbhanga Jn to Jaynagartrain
9h 17m
$105–296
Fly to Tribhuvan International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane DED - KTM
2. Take the taxi from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Janakpurtaxi
7h 47m
$266–458
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 Patliputra to Jaynagartrain
14h 51m
$81–220

Dehradun Airport (DED) to Janakpur Airport (JKR) flights

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5h 45mAverage Duration

$138Cheapest Price

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Distance: 865.9 km
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Rishīkesh, India and Janakpur, Nepal?

IndiGo Airlines, Buddha Air Ltd, and two other airlines fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Janakpur Airport (JKR) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Janakpur via Najibabad Jn, Jaynagar, and Jaynagar in around 32h 36m.

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