Discover the Spiritual and Adventure Paradise of Rishikesh in the Himalayas
Rishikesh, situated in the foothills of Himalayas, is not only a quiet place but also a spiritual and adventure center. The city is known as “The Yoga Capital of the World” and “The Gateway to Garhwal Himalayas”, thus attracting tourists from all over the world. Reaching Rishikesh from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata or Bangalore is easy because it is well linked with modes of transport. This guide explores the different options you will have when traveling from these major Indian cities to Rishikesh.
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1.From Delhi to Rishikesh:
By Air:
The fastest means of getting to Rishikesh from Delhi is by air. The closest airport to this city, Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun, lies about 35 kilometers away. Various airlines run regular flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in Delhi to Dehradun. From here they can take either taxi or bus that will take about between 45 minutes and an hour.
By Train:
From cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bangalore one can reach Rishikesh through its railway station. For instance there are some trains such as Jan Shatabdi Express and Mussoorie Express which go up to Rishikesh via New Delhi . It takes about five – seven hours depending on the train chosen.
By Road:
Road travel between Delhi and Rishikesh is quite popular too with well maintained highways linking them up. By car or bus depending on traffic conditions and chosen route it takes approximately 6-7 hours for one go over the distance that covers around 250 kilometers separating these two cities.
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2.From Mumbai to Rishikesh:
By Air:
Travelers coming from Mumbai can board connecting flights at Delhi that will take them up to Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun. They can then take a taxi or bus like I have earlier mentioned from this airport to Rishikesh.
By Train:
To reach Rishikesh by train from Mumbai, they can board trains to Delhi and then take a train/bus for Rishikesh.
By Road:
Road travel distance from Mumbai to Rishikesh is approximately 1,800 kilometers and it takes around 32-36 hours. There are various bus services that operate between the two cities as well as self-drive transport means.
3.From Kolkata to Rishikesh:
By Air:
Travelers coming from Kolkata can catch connecting flights via Delhi to Dehradun. Then they can hire either a cab or use bus until they arrive in Rishikesh.
By Train:
To reach Rishikesh by train from Kolkata, you will have first of all take a train/bus for Delhi and then go on with another journey up to New Delhi.
By Road:
Road travel distance between Kolkata and Rishikesh is approximately 1,600 kilometers and it takes approx. 28-32 hours . Various means of transport include self-drive and bus services that ply between these two cities.
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4.From Bangalore to Rishikesh:
By Air:
Journeying from Bangalore entails flying through several connecting flights at Delhi into Dehradun. From here they can move towards their destination using either taxi or a local bus system within the town.
By Train:
For one way of getting there by train from Bangalore we need to catch trains going all the way up to Delhi before taking another one which will finally reach us at Haridwar/Roorkee/Doiwala/Dehradun stations where everyone gets off his/ her own personal vehicle or carriage
By Road:
If you opt for road transportation means then you will have some rough time as you travel since Bangalore is approximately 2,200 kilometers away from Rishikesh. Therefore, you may decide to look for self-driven cars or bus services that are provided by different companies travelling between the cities.
Conclusion:
There are many ways to get to Rishikesh from major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bangalore including air travel, train trips or road journeys.If you would like the ease of flying or choosing a scenic train ride; with its spiritual atmosphere, calm environment and many adventure activities it is welcoming myriad enthusiasts to its precincts. Make prudent plans for your journey and choose your favored mode of transport that will suit your taste and pocket in order to have an unforgettable sojourn in the world yoga capital called Rishikesh.
