By Road
See the road route from Badrinath to Auli, including the onward journey and practical travel notes.
Read road route →Badrinath to Auli Route
Badrinath to Auli distance is about 60 km by road – about 45 km down the valley to Joshimath and then 14–16 km up to Auli, roughly 2–2.5 hours in total. Badrinath Dham is open only from about late April or May to November, so this route is used during the Badrinath season.
Badrinath and Auli are both in Chamoli district, making them practical to combine when the Badrinath road is open. The journey generally runs from Badrinath down to Joshimath and then up to Auli. Badrinath is roughly 45–50 km from Joshimath, while Auli is about 16 km from Joshimath. Because Badrinath is a high-altitude seasonal destination, always check the temple season, weather and road status before planning the transfer.How to Reach Auli from Badrinath by Road
The practical route is Badrinath → Hanuman Chatti/Pandukeshwar → Govindghat/Vishnuprayag → Joshimath → Auli. The Badrinath to Joshimath section is roughly 45–50 km, followed by about 16 km from Joshimath to Auli. Road conditions can change quickly because of rain, landslides, snow and seasonal controls. After reaching Joshimath, continue by taxi or local road transport, or use the ropeway when it is officially operating.
How to Reach Auli from Badrinath by Train
There is no railway connection between Badrinath and Auli. Both destinations are in the upper Garhwal Himalayas and the practical transfer is by road via Joshimath. Travelling down to a distant railhead and then returning toward Auli would add unnecessary distance, so rail is not a useful option for this route.
How to Reach Auli from Badrinath by Air
There is no air connection between Badrinath and Auli. Jolly Grant Airport is far away near Dehradun and is not useful for a direct Badrinath-to-Auli transfer. Travelling by road through Joshimath is the practical option.
Badrinath to Auli Travel FAQs
How far is Auli from Badrinath?⌄
Auli is roughly 60–62 km from Badrinath by road via Joshimath, depending on the exact road and final point in Auli.
What is the route from Badrinath to Auli?⌄
Travel from Badrinath towards Joshimath through the upper Alaknanda valley, then continue from Joshimath to Auli by road or ropeway when operational.
Can I visit Badrinath and Auli on the same trip?⌄
Yes, they can be combined when the Badrinath route is open. Allow enough time for mountain-road conditions and avoid planning a tight transfer during poor weather.
Is there a train from Badrinath to Auli?⌄
No. Neither Badrinath nor Auli has a railway station. The practical transfer is by road.
Can I use the Joshimath–Auli ropeway on this route?⌄
Yes, after reaching Joshimath, provided the ropeway is operating. Verify the current schedule and status before relying on it.
Is the Badrinath to Auli road open all year?⌄
Badrinath is a seasonal high-altitude destination and road access can be affected by winter closure, snow, landslides and official restrictions. Check current conditions before travel.
How long does it take from Badrinath to Auli?⌄
About 2–2.5 hours by car, longer with yatra-season traffic or after landslides.
Can I visit Auli and Badrinath on the same trip?⌄
Yes, between about May and November when Badrinath is open. Joshimath is the base for both: Badrinath is about 45 km beyond Joshimath and Auli is 14–16 km above it.
Badrinath se Auli ki duri kitni hai?⌄
Badrinath se Auli ki sadak se duri lagbhag 60 km hai. Raasta Joshimath hokar jaata hai; Joshimath se Auli 14–16 km ki chadhai hai.