Rudrapur to Bhowali
The distance from Rudrapur to Bhowali is about 57 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Bhowali is well-connected by road to the plains, acting as the primary junction for the
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 Rudrapur to Bhowali is about 57 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Bhowali is well-connected by road to the plains, acting as the primary junction for the Nainital district.
Route Map
By Car: Rudrapur to Bhowali
57 km · ~1h 8m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Rudrapur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
57 km · 1h 8m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BhowaliBhowali, 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: Rudrapur to Bhowali
57 km · ~1h 16m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Rudrapur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Rudrapur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Rudrapur → Bhowali
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~57 km
~1h 16m|Tentative fare ₹60–₹210
- Arrive in Bhowali
Bhowali, 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: Rudrapur to Bhowali
Nearest railway stations: Rudrapur City for Rudrapur, Kathgodam for Bhowali.
Direct trains
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.
Hotels in Bhowali
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Things to Do in Bhowali
Pine Forest Nature Walks
Walk the forested roads toward Shyamkhet or Gethia, known for oxygenated air and bird watching.
Orchard Visits
Visit local orchards in season (May-Aug) to pick apples, peaches, and apricots.
Boating and Kayaking
Sattal is perfect for quiet kayaking; Bhimtal offers larger rowboats.
Paragliding
Tandem paragliding offering aerial views of the Kumaoni hills.
Bhimtal Lake
Named after Bhima from the Mahabharata, this lake sits at 1,370 meters. It offers boat rides and an island at the center with an aquarium.
Butterfly Research Centre
A modest museum housing one of India's largest collections of preserved moths and butterflies, offering educational courses and guided tours.
Suggested Bhowali Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Bhowali
- Travel from Rudrapur to Bhowali (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Golu Devta Temple
Day 2Explore Bhowali
- Visit Sattal Lake
- Visit Neem Karoli Baba Ashram
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Shyamkhet Tea Gardens
- Head back to Rudrapur
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
57 km
1 hours
Approximately 57 km by road from Rudrapur to Bhowali, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
57 km
The nearest railway station to Bhowali is Kathgodam railway station, about 13 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Bhowali trip and see the full Rudrapur → Bhowali → next stop route.
Bhowali → Pithoragarh
About 95 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 57 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Pantnagar Airport (PGH), about 39 km away.
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