How to travel from Kolkata to Rishikesh, India

The distance between Kolkata and Rishikesh is around 1,386km (862 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Kolkata 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 RishikeshKolkata if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Dehra Dun (DED).

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹6,685($84)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Yog Nagari Rishikesh.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹795($10)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to New Delhi then take the bus to Rishīkesh - Natraj Chowk.

  • Duration24h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,830($23)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Rishīkesh.

  • Duration21h 40m
  • Distance1,489km (925 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kolkata and Rishikesh

There are several options for getting from Kolkata to Rishikesh by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹795 ($10) and will take around 1 day 9h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹6,685 ($84).

The distance between Kolkata and Rishikesh is around 1,386km (862 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,308km (813 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Kolkata and Rishikesh by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 21h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Rishikesh is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx ₹6,685 ($84).

The cheapest way to travel between Kolkata and Rishikesh, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹795 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kolkata and Rishikesh. It typically takes around 1 day 9h and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kolkata and Rishikesh with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 1 day 9h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kolkata and Rishikesh. Trains depart once daily and will take around 1 day 9h, 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 Kolkata and Rishikesh. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Dehra Dun (DED). instead which will take 3h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kolkata and Rishikesh. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and arrive at Dehra Dun (DED) - via Lucknow (LKO). The flight takes around 2h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Kolkata to Rishikesh. There is however a flight that goes via Lucknow (LKO). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kolkata to Rishikesh typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) 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 Kolkata and Rishikesh. The distance is around 1,489km (925 miles) by road and it will take around 21h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kolkata to Rishikesh is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ₹6,685 ($84).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Kolkata and Rishikesh

Transport options from Kolkata to Rishikesh
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 35m
₹6,685($84)
every 10 mins1,386km (862 miles)
Train and Plane6h 20m
₹7,640($95)
every 4 hours1,572km (977 miles)
Train
1 day 9h
₹795($10)
once daily1,544km (959 miles)
Train and Bus
24h 10m
₹1,830($23)
once daily1,678km (1,043 miles)
Drive
21h 40m
₹12,095($150)
on demand1,489km (925 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