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Kashipur to Rishikesh

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kashipur, Uttarakhand to Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.

154 kmDistance
3.1 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,998
Ertiga₹7,615
Innova₹7,938
Innova Crysta₹9,805
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,436

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹170
AC Seater₹280
Non-AC Sleeper₹250
AC Sleeper₹350
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹480
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Train
Sleeper₹120
Economy₹180
Third AC₹250
Second AC₹340
First AC₹460
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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.

Route Map

By Car: Kashipur to Rishikesh

154 km · ~3h 5m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Kashipur

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 154 km · 3h 5m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Rishikesh

    Rishikesh, 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: Kashipur to Rishikesh

154 km · ~3h 25m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Kashipur

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kashipur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Kashipur → Rishikesh

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~154 km

    ~3h 25m|Tentative fare ₹170–₹480

  3. Arrive in Rishikesh

    Rishikesh, 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: Kashipur to Rishikesh

Nearest railway stations: Kashipur for Kashipur, Raiwala for Rishikesh.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 6h 18m in total

Ramnagar Delhi Link Express#25036 · Express
09:57 AMPirumadara
1h 27m10 stops
11:24 AMKathghar Right Bank

Change trains at Kathghar Right Bank — about 1h 16m wait

Kumbh Express#12369 · Superfast
12:40 PMKathghar Right Bank
3h 35m26 stops
04:15 PMHaridwar Jn

1 change · 7h 19m in total

RAMNAGAR - MORADABAD Fast Passenger#55306 · Passenger
07:11 AMPirumadara
2h 1m10 stops
09:12 AMKathghar Right Bank

Change trains at Kathghar Right Bank — about 1h 16m wait

Haridwar Express#14115 · Express
10:28 AMKathghar Right Bank
4h 2m26 stops
02:30 PMHaridwar Jn

1 change · 9h 4m in total

RAMNAGAR - MORADABAD Fast Passenger#55306 · Passenger
07:11 AMPirumadara
2h 1m10 stops
09:12 AMKathghar Right Bank

Change trains at Kathghar Right Bank — about 3h 28m wait

Kumbh Express#12369 · Superfast
12:40 PMKathghar Right Bank
3h 35m26 stops
04:15 PMHaridwar Jn

Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.

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.

Kashipur to Rishikesh: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Kashipur to Rishikesh is about 154 km by road, roughly 3.1 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 154 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,998 · Ertiga ₹7,615 · Innova ₹7,938 · Innova Crysta ₹9,805 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,436
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹170 · AC Seater ₹280 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹250 · AC Sleeper ₹350 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹480
  • Train: Sleeper ₹120 · Economy ₹180 · Third AC ₹250 · Second AC ₹340 · First AC ₹460

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Kashipur to Rishikesh. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Kotdwar95 km from Kashipur

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Things to Do in Rishikesh

Attend Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan

Join the nightly ceremony at Parmarth Niketan, where hundreds of lamps are lit and offered to the Ganges, accompanied by chanting and hymns. The atmosphere is deeply…

1-2 hours

River Rafting on the Ganges

Raft the exhilarating rapids of the Shivpuri-Kaudiyala stretch, offering grades II to IV. The season runs from mid-September to mid-June, with options for both…

2-4 hours

Walk Across Laxman Jhula

Cross the iconic suspension bridge, built in 1929, and enjoy panoramic views of the Ganges and the surrounding hills. Legend says Lakshmana crossed the river here on a…

30-45 minutes

Yoga Class in an Ashram

Take a yoga or meditation class at one of the many ashrams, such as Parmarth Niketan or Sivananda Ashram. Classes are typically held in the morning and are suitable for…

1-2 hours

Explore the Beatles Ashram

Visit the abandoned ashram where The Beatles stayed in 1968, now a heritage site with vibrant murals and graffiti. It's a fascinating blend of rock history and…

1-2 hours

Day Trip to Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

Drive 32 km into the hills to this ancient temple dedicated to Shiva, where he is said to have consumed the poison from the churning of the ocean. The winding road…

Half-day

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Suggested Rishikesh Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Cross Laxman Jhula (1929 suspension bridge) and take in views of the Ganges.
  • Explore the Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia) and its colorful murals and meditation cells.
  • Visit Swarg Ashram's vegetarian-only zone and browse its shops and cafes.

Day 2Day 2

  • Drive to Shivpuri (about 30 min) and do a 16 km rafting stretch (Grade II-III, season mid-Sep to mid-Jun).
  • Stop at a sandy beach for a cliff jump and swim (if water levels permit).
  • Walk across Ram Jhula (1986) and visit the nearby ghats and temples.

Day 3Day 3

  • Drive or take a shared taxi to Neelkanth Mahadev Temple (32 km) and offer prayers at the shrine associated with Shiva's…
  • Return to Rishikesh and visit Triveni Ghat for a morning dip or just to watch the rituals.
  • Optional: Head to Mohanchatti for bungee jumping at Jumpin Heights (if you have a few extra hours).
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Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Rishikesh trip and see the full Kashipur → Rishikesh → next stop route.

Rishikesh → Devprayag

About 40 km by road

Rishikesh → Dehradun

About 50 km by road

Rishikesh → Mussoorie

About 55 km by road

Rishikesh → Kotdwar

About 60 km by road

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