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

The cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Sarnath is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹4,100 and takes 20h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Sarnath is to fly which takes 3h 59m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Rishīkesh and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct bus from Rishīkesh to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Rishikesh and arriving at Varanasi via Haridwar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Rishīkesh and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct train from Rishīkesh to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Yog Nagari Rishikesh and arriving at Sarnath via Varanasi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 31m.

How far is it from Rishīkesh to Sarnath?

The distance between Rishīkesh and Sarnath is 740 km. The road distance is 831.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Sarnath without a car is to bus which takes 13h 20m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Rishīkesh to Sarnath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Sarnath bus from?

Rishīkesh to Sarnath bus services, operated by Moti Travels, depart from Haridwar station.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Sarnath train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rishīkesh to Sarnath?

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Sarnath is to fly which takes 3h 59m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹14,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,100 and takes 13h 20m, you could also train, which costs ₹500 - ₹4,100 and takes 20h 31m.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Sarnath bus arrive?

Rishīkesh to Sarnath bus services, operated by Moti Travels, arrive at Varanasi station.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Sarnath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rishīkesh to Sarnath?

Yes, the driving distance between Rishīkesh to Sarnath is 831 km. It takes approximately 9h 54m to drive from Rishīkesh to Sarnath.

Where can I stay near Sarnath?

There are 1557+ hotels available in Sarnath.

Rishīkesh to Sarnath - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rishīkesh to Sarnath by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane DED - VNS
3h 59m
₹8,098–13,357
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Varanasi Jntrain 13010
20h 31m
₹532–4,019
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haridwar to Varanasibus redbusIndia_Leyland/Tata A/C Seater Pushback
13h 20m
₹1,206–4,073
Drive 831.2 km
1. Drive from Rishīkesh to Sarnathcar 831.2 km
9h 54m
₹9,284–13,411

Rishīkesh to Sarnath by train

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20h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 740.2 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Limited, and Air India Express fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Moti Travels operates a bus from Haridwar to Varanasi 6 times a week, and the journey takes 11h 40m. Three other operators also service this route.

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