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FROMHaridwar
TORishikesh
Approximately 20-25 kmapprox. distance
Trainrail route
Roadtaxi or bus
Airflight + road
Approximately 20-25 kmapprox. distance
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The shortest hop on the pilgrimage circuit - close enough that many travellers arrive by train at Haridwar and continue straight to Rishikesh the same morning.
By train · Rail + onward
How to Reach Rishikesh from Haridwar by Train
Rishikesh has no significant station, so almost everyone arrives by train at Haridwar Junction (HW) and covers the last stretch by road.
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By road · Door to door
How to Reach Rishikesh from Haridwar by Road
Only 20-25 km, about 40-50 minutes. Buses, taxis and shared autos (Vikrams) run constantly - shared options are very cheap, and no advance booking is needed.
By air · Flight + road
How to Reach Rishikesh from Haridwar by Air
Jolly Grant Airport (DED) serves both towns and is closer to Rishikesh, roughly 40 minutes away.
Haridwar to Rishikesh Travel FAQs
How do I get from Haridwar to Rishikesh?
By road - it's only 20-25 km, about 40-50 minutes. Buses, taxis and shared autos (Vikrams) run constantly throughout the day.
Is there a train from Haridwar to Rishikesh?
A few services exist, but road transport is far more frequent and usually quicker door to door.
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