Delhi to Joshimath
The distance from Delhi to Joshimath is about 392 km by road, roughly 8 hours (estimated). The drive from the valley is very scenic and runs along the Ganges and its tributaries.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Overview
The distance from Delhi to Joshimath is about 392 km by road, roughly 8 hours (estimated). The drive from the valley is very scenic and runs along the Ganges and its tributaries.
Route Map
By Car: Delhi to Joshimath
392 km · ~8h 30m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Delhi
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near BijnorAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near ChoptaAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
92 km · 1h 50m drive from previous stop
Arrive in JoshimathJoshimath, Uttarakhand
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Delhi to Joshimath
392 km · ~8h 43m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Delhi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Delhi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Delhi → Joshimath
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~392 km
~8h 43m|Tentative fare ₹430–₹1,150
Usual tea / meal halts: Kiratpur (~170 km)
- Arrive in Joshimath
Joshimath, Uttarakhand
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Delhi to Joshimath
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Delhi to Joshimath. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Meerut80 km from Delhi
Uttar Pradesh
- Hastinapur125 km from Delhi
Uttar Pradesh
- Kotdwar235 km from Delhi
- Chopta305 km from Delhi
Hotels in Joshimath
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Things to Do in Joshimath
Bhavishya Kedar Temple
As per local belief, present-day Kedarnath will disappear along with Badrinath and re-appear in Bhavishya Kedar temple at Joshimath. This temple has small shivling
Narsinh Temple
This is an ancient temple of Lord Vishnu in Narsinh Avtar and the main temple of Joshimath. It has an idol of Lord Narsinh, which is considered established by…
Shanakaracharya Math
This is the Math established by Adi Shankaracharya in North India. It has a temple of Badrinarayan and Rajrajeshwari Devi, and a sacred cave where Adi Shankaracharya…
Jyotirmath Temple
An important temple dedicated to Hinduism and Advaita Vedanta.
Tapovan
According to legend, Guru Dronacharya did penance here. It has natural hot springs and a nice view of the river Dhauliganga.
Interpretation Center of Bio-Cultural Diversity.
The center showcases the bio-cultural diversity of the Nanda Devi National Park region. It has a museum as well as a souvenir shop.
Suggested Joshimath Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Joshimath
- Travel from Delhi to Joshimath (about 8 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Vishnuprayag Dam
Day 2Explore Joshimath
- Visit Jyotirmath Temple
- Visit Bhavishya Kedar Temple
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Shanakaracharya Math
- Head back to Delhi
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
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392 km
8 hours
Approximately 392 km by road from Delhi to Joshimath, roughly 8 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
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About 392 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED), about 139 km away.
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