How to travel from Indore to Rishikesh, India

The distance between Indore and Rishikesh is around 893km (555 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Indore 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 RishikeshIndore if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Indore (IDR) to Dehra Dun (DED).

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,470($120)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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train
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Train

Take the train to Haridwar Jn.

  • Duration22h 50m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,435($18)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus

Take the bus to Jaipur then Delhi and then to Rishīkesh - Natraj Chowk.

  • Duration1 day 1h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,310($29)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Rishīkesh.

  • Duration15h 5m
  • Distance1,038km (645 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Indore and Rishikesh

There are several options for getting from Indore to Rishikesh by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,435 ($18) and will take around 22h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,470 ($120).

The distance between Indore and Rishikesh is around 893km (555 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 856km (532 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Indore and Rishikesh by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 15h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Indore to Rishikesh is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx ₹9,470 ($120).

The cheapest way to travel between Indore and Rishikesh, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,435 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Indore and Rishikesh. It typically takes around 22h 50m and departs twice a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Indore to Rishikesh. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Haridwar Jn. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 22h 50m.

Indian Railways run train services between Indore and Rishikesh. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 22h 50m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Indore and Rishikesh. It typically takes around 1 day 1h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Indore to Rishikesh. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Jaipur, Delhi and Mori Gate. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 1h.

RSRTC and IntrCity SmartBus run regular bus services between Indore and Rishikesh. Buses run once daily and take around 1 day 1h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Indore and Rishikesh. Flights depart from Indore (IDR) and arrive at Dehra Dun (DED) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Indore to Rishikesh. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 2h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Indore to Rishikesh typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Indore (IDR) 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 Indore and Rishikesh. The distance is around 1,038km (645 miles) by road and it will take around 15h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Indore to Rishikesh is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around ₹9,470 ($120).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Indore and Rishikesh

Transport options from Indore to Rishikesh
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 40m
₹9,470($120)
every 20 mins893km (555 miles)
Train
22h 50m
₹1,435($18)
twice a week1,154km (717 miles)
Bus
1 day 1h
₹2,310($29)
once daily1,072km (666 miles)
Drive
15h 5m
₹8,435($105)
on demand1,038km (645 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