How to travel from Rishikesh to Bhopal, India

The distance between Rishikesh and Bhopal is around 825km (512 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 45m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Rishikesh to Bhopal by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Bhopal (BHO).

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Flight time2h 20m
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,710($120)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Jhansi Jn and then to Bhopal Jn.

  • Duration16h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹635($8)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Bhopal.

  • Duration13h 45m
  • Distance961km (597 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rishikesh and Bhopal

There are several options for getting from Rishikesh to Bhopal by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹635 ($8) and will take around 16h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,710 ($120).

The distance between Rishikesh and Bhopal is around 825km (512 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 767km (476 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Rishikesh and Bhopal by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Rishikesh to Bhopal is to fly which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ₹9,710 ($120).

The cheapest way to travel between Rishikesh and Bhopal, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹635 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rishikesh and Bhopal. It typically takes around 16h 20m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Rishikesh to Bhopal. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Jhansi Jn. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 16h 20m.

Indian Railways run train services between Rishikesh and Bhopal. Trains depart once daily and will take around 16h 20m, 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 Bhopal. We recommend that you fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Bhopal (BHO). instead which will take 2h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Rishikesh and Bhopal. Flights depart from Dehra Dun (DED) and arrive at Bhopal (BHO) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 2h 20m.

There is no direct flight from Rishikesh to Bhopal. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 2h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Rishikesh to Bhopal typically takes around 2h 20m. Flights depart from Dehra Dun (DED) and and arrive into Bhopal (BHO).

The closest major airport to Bhopal is Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO) (BHO) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Bhopal. Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR) (IDR) and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG) (NAG) 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 Bhopal. The distance is around 961km (597 miles) by road and it will take around 13h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rishikesh to Bhopal is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around ₹9,710 ($120).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Rishikesh and Bhopal

Transport options from Rishikesh to Bhopal
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 45m
₹9,710($120)
on demand825km (512 miles)
Train
16h 20m
₹635($8)
once daily970km (603 miles)
Drive
13h 45m
₹7,800($100)
on demand961km (597 miles)

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Airports near Bhopal

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

BHO
Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Bhopal
IDR
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
174km (108 miles) from Bhopal
NAG
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG)
International Airport
Distance
295km (183 miles) from Bhopal