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

The cheapest way to get from Haridwar to Rishīkesh is to drive which costs ₹260 - ₹380 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Haridwar to Rishīkesh is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs ₹550 - ₹700.

Is there a direct bus between Haridwar and Rishīkesh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Haridwar and arriving at Rishikesh. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Haridwar and Rishīkesh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Haridwar Jn and arriving at Rishikesh. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Haridwar to Rishīkesh?

The distance between Haridwar and Rishīkesh is 26 km. The road distance is 23.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Haridwar to Rishīkesh without a car is to bus which takes 35 min and costs ₹650 - ₹1,400.

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

The bus from Haridwar to Rishikesh takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Haridwar to Rishīkesh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Haridwar to Rishīkesh train from?

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

Train or bus from Haridwar to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from Haridwar to Rishīkesh is to bus which takes 35 min and costs ₹650 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can line 04361 train, which costs ₹110 - ₹900 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Haridwar to Rishīkesh bus arrive?

Haridwar to Rishīkesh bus services, operated by Laxmi Holidays, arrive at Rishikesh station.

Where does the Haridwar to Rishīkesh train arrive?

Haridwar to Rishīkesh train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Rishikesh station.

Can I drive from Haridwar to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between Haridwar to Rishīkesh is 24 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Haridwar to Rishīkesh.

Where can I stay near Rishīkesh?

There are 1159+ hotels available in Rishīkesh.

Haridwar to Rishīkesh - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 04361 train, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Haridwar to Rishīkesh by bus, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Haridwar to Rishikeshbus
35 min
₹650–1,400
Line 04361 train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Haridwar Jn to Rishikeshtrain 04361 / ...
1h 5m
₹110–900
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Haridwar to Rishīkeshtaxi 23.8 km
26 min
₹550–700
Drive 23.8 km
1. Drive from Haridwar to Rishīkeshcar 23.8 km
26 min
₹261–377

Haridwar to Rishīkesh by train

42Weekly Trains

1h 5mAverage Duration

₹110Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Haridwar to Rishīkesh.

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Distance: 25.6 km
Duration: 35 min

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

Laxmi Holidays operates a bus from Haridwar to Rishikesh hourly. Tickets cost ₹650–1,400 and the journey takes 35 min. Gharwal Motor Owners Union also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Haridwar Jn to Rishikesh every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹110–900 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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