How to Reach Rishikesh from Chandigarh - Train, Road & Air

A straightforward road trip through the Shivalik foothills, popular with weekend travellers from Punjab and Haryana.

🚆 By train

Rishikesh has no significant railway station. Travelling by rail means routing via Haridwar Junction (HW), then continuing 40-50 minutes by road.

🚗 By road

Roughly 6 hours by road - the most common way to make this trip. Buses and private taxis run regularly, and the route is well suited to self-driving.

✈ By air

Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun is the nearest airport, about 40 minutes from Rishikesh, though for a distance this short most travellers simply drive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from Chandigarh to Rishikesh? ▼

About 6 hours by road. Buses and private taxis run regularly, and it's a popular self-drive route.

Can I take a train from Chandigarh to Rishikesh? ▼

Not directly - Rishikesh has no significant station. You'd travel to Haridwar Junction and continue about 40-50 minutes by road.

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