How to travel from Hyderabad to Rishikesh, India

The distance between Hyderabad and Rishikesh is around 1,517km (943 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 45m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Hyderabad to Rishikesh by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out RishikeshHyderabad if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Hyderabad (HYD) to Dehra Dun (DED).

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Flight time3h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,630($120)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Ambala Cant Jn and then to Yog Nagari Rishikesh.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,115($14)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Hazrat Nizamuddin then take the bus to Rishīkesh - Natraj Chowk.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,990($25)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Rishīkesh.

  • Duration24h 20m
  • Distance1,713km (1,064 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hyderabad and Rishikesh

There are several options for getting from Hyderabad to Rishikesh by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,115 ($14) and will take around 1 day 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,630 ($120).

The distance between Hyderabad and Rishikesh is around 1,517km (943 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,418km (881 miles)

It takes around 4h 45m to get from Hyderabad and Rishikesh by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 24h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hyderabad to Rishikesh is to fly which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx ₹9,630 ($120).

The cheapest way to travel between Hyderabad and Rishikesh, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,115 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hyderabad and Rishikesh. It typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hyderabad to Rishikesh. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Ameerpet, Secunderabad, Secunderabad and Ambala Cant Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 8h.

Indian Railways run train services between Hyderabad and Rishikesh. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 8h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Hyderabad and Rishikesh. We recommend that you fly from Hyderabad (HYD) to Dehra Dun (DED). instead which will take 4h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Hyderabad and Rishikesh. Flights depart from Hyderabad (HYD) and arrive at Dehra Dun (DED) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 3h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Hyderabad to Rishikesh. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 4h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Hyderabad to Rishikesh typically takes around 3h 30m. Flights depart from Hyderabad (HYD) and and arrive into Dehra Dun (DED).

The closest major airport to Rishikesh is Dehradun Airport (DED) (DED) which is approximately 34km (21 miles) from Rishikesh. Chandigarh Airport (IXC) (IXC) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) (DEL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Hyderabad and Rishikesh. The distance is around 1,713km (1,064 miles) by road and it will take around 24h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hyderabad to Rishikesh is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around ₹9,630 ($120).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Hyderabad and Rishikesh

Transport options from Hyderabad to Rishikesh
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 45m
₹9,630($120)
every 30 mins1,517km (943 miles)
Train
1 day 8h
₹1,115($14)
once a week2,074km (1,289 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 8h
₹1,990($25)
once daily1,912km (1,188 miles)
Drive
24h 20m
₹13,925($175)
on demand1,713km (1,064 miles)

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Airports near Rishikesh

The following major airports near Rishikesh offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

DED
Dehradun Airport (DED)
Domestic Airport
Distance
34km (21 miles) from Rishikesh
IXC
Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
International Airport
Distance
157km (98 miles) from Rishikesh
DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
International Airport
Distance
208km (129 miles) from Rishikesh