How to travel from Rishikesh to Bellary, India

The distance between Rishikesh and Bellary is around 1,963km (1,220 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 8h 20m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Rishikesh to Bellary by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Plane and Train

Fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Hubli (HBX) then take the train to Bellary Jn.

  • Duration8h 20m
  • Flight time3h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ₹12,495($155)
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Train

Take the train to Hazrat Nizamuddin and then to Bellary Jn.

  • Duration1 day 14h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,195($15)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Ballari.

  • Duration1 day 5h
  • Distance2,068km (1,285 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rishikesh and Bellary

There are several options for getting from Rishikesh to Bellary by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,195 ($15) and will take around 1 day 14h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 8h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹12,495 ($155).

The distance between Rishikesh and Bellary is around 1,963km (1,220 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,659km (1,031 miles)

It takes around 8h 20m to get from Rishikesh and Bellary by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 5h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Rishikesh to Bellary is to fly and then take the train which takes around 8h 20m and will set you back approx ₹12,495 ($155).

The cheapest way to travel between Rishikesh and Bellary, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,195 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rishikesh and Bellary. It typically takes around 1 day 14h and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Rishikesh to Bellary. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hazrat Nizamuddin. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 14h.

Indian Railways run train services between Rishikesh and Bellary. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 1 day 14h, 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 Rishikesh and Bellary. We recommend that you fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Hubli (HBX) then take the train to Bellary Jn. instead which will take 8h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Rishikesh to Bellary. We recommend that you fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Hubli (HBX) then take the train to Bellary Jn. instead which will take 8h 20m.

The closest major airport to Bellary is Hubli Airport (HBX) (HBX) which is approximately 188km (117 miles) from Bellary. Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) (BLR) and Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) (HYD) 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 Rishikesh and Bellary. The distance is around 2,068km (1,285 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 5h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rishikesh to Bellary is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 8h 20m and will usually cost around ₹12,495 ($155).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Rishikesh and Bellary

Transport options from Rishikesh to Bellary
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 2 similar
8h 20m
₹12,495($155)
4 times a day2,057km (1,278 miles)
Fly to Bengaluru (BLR), Train11h 45m
₹10,905($135)
once daily2,245km (1,395 miles)
Fly to Hyderabad (HYD), Train13h 45m
₹11,140($140)
once a week1,963km (1,220 miles)
Train
1 day 14h
₹1,195($15)
5 times a week2,348km (1,459 miles)
Drive
1 day 5h
₹19,420($245)
on demand2,068km (1,285 miles)

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Airports near Bellary

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

HBX
Hubli Airport (HBX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
188km (117 miles) from Bellary
BLR
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
International Airport
Distance
247km (153 miles) from Bellary
HYD
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
International Airport
Distance
279km (173 miles) from Bellary