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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Varanasi to Rishikesh

Composite routes from Varanasi to Rishikesh

Cheapest
11 h 31 min
Car
832 km.
from $45
Fastest
1 h 29 min
Plane
Other
21 h 7 min
706 km.
from $41.89

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Varanasi Airport to Jolly
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$241.38

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
care@irctc.co.in
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Varanasi Jn to Yog
Ave. Duration:
18h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.46–$139.75
Train from Kashi to Yog
Ave. Duration:
19h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.59–$139.75

Bus operators

Laxmi Holidays

Phone:
+918377971006
Email:
info@laxmiholidays.com
Website:
laxmiholidays.com/
Bus from Varanasi to Mori
Ave. Duration:
14h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.80–$45.74
Bus from Pandav Nagar to Rishikesh
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.95–$9.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Rishīkesh is to train which costs $4.67 - $119.57 and takes 18h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs $81.52 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Rishīkesh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Yog Nagari Rishikesh. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 55m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Rishīkesh?

The distance between Varanasi and Rishīkesh is 740 km. The road distance is 795.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Rishīkesh without a car is to train which takes 18h 55m and costs $4.67 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Varanasi to Rishīkesh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Rishīkesh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Varanasi to Rishīkesh?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Rishīkesh is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs $81.52 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.67 - $119.57 and takes 18h 55m, you could also bus, which costs $15.22 - $51.09 and takes 21h 7m.

Where does the Varanasi to Rishīkesh train arrive?

Varanasi to Rishīkesh train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Yog Nagari Rishikesh station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Rishīkesh?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Rishīkesh is 796 km. It takes approximately 11h 41m to drive from Varanasi to Rishīkesh.

Where can I stay near Rishīkesh?

There are 978+ hotels available in Rishīkesh. Prices start at $14.53 per night.
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