How to travel from Nagpur to Rishikesh, India

The distance between Nagpur and Rishikesh is around 1,090km (677 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 25m.

4 routes found

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

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Fly

Fly from Nagpur (NAG) to Dehra Dun (DED).

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,790($125)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Hazrat Nizamuddin and then to Yog Nagari Rishikesh.

  • Duration23hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹795($10)
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.

  • Duration20h 35m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,670($21)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Rishīkesh.

  • Duration17h 25m
  • Distance1,226km (762 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nagpur and Rishikesh

There are several options for getting from Nagpur 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 23hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,790 ($125).

The distance between Nagpur and Rishikesh is around 1,090km (677 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 859km (534 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Nagpur and Rishikesh by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 17h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nagpur to Rishikesh is to fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx ₹9,790 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Nagpur 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 Nagpur and Rishikesh. It typically takes around 23hrs and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Nagpur to Rishikesh. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hazrat Nizamuddin. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 23hrs.

Indian Railways run train services between Nagpur and Rishikesh. Trains depart once daily and will take around 23hrs, 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 Nagpur and Rishikesh. We recommend that you fly from Nagpur (NAG) to Dehra Dun (DED). instead which will take 3h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Nagpur and Rishikesh. Flights depart from Nagpur (NAG) and arrive at Dehra Dun (DED) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 3hrs.

There is no direct flight from Nagpur to Rishikesh. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 3h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Nagpur to Rishikesh typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Nagpur (NAG) 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 Nagpur and Rishikesh. The distance is around 1,226km (762 miles) by road and it will take around 17h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nagpur to Rishikesh is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around ₹9,790 ($125).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Nagpur and Rishikesh

Transport options from Nagpur to Rishikesh
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 25m
₹9,790($125)
on demand1,090km (677 miles)
Train
23hrs
₹795($10)
once daily1,358km (844 miles)
Train and Bus
20h 35m
₹1,670($21)
once daily1,316km (818 miles)
Drive
17h 25m
₹9,950($125)
on demand1,226km (762 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