How to travel from Rishikesh to Gorakhpur, India

The distance between Rishikesh and Gorakhpur is around 746km (463 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 55m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Rishikesh to Gorakhpur 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 GorakhpurRishikesh if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Gorakhpur (GOP).

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Flight time2h 20m
  • Typical cost
    ₹8,995($115)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Gorakhpur.

  • Duration15h 15m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,115($14)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus

Take the bus to Ghaziabad and then to Gorakhpur.

  • Duration18hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹875($11)
Operated by

IntrCity SmartBus

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Drive

Drive to Gorakhpur.

  • Duration11h 15m
  • Distance746km (463 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rishikesh and Gorakhpur

There are several options for getting from Rishikesh to Gorakhpur by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₹875 ($11) and will take around 18hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹8,995 ($115).

The distance between Rishikesh and Gorakhpur is around 746km (463 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 626km (389 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Rishikesh and Gorakhpur by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Rishikesh to Gorakhpur is to fly which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ₹8,995 ($115).

The cheapest way to travel between Rishikesh and Gorakhpur, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₹875 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rishikesh and Gorakhpur. It typically takes around 15h 15m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Rishikesh to Gorakhpur. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Haridwar Jn. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 15h 15m.

Indian Railways run train services between Rishikesh and Gorakhpur. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 15h 15m, 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 Rishikesh and Gorakhpur. It typically takes around 18hrs and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Rishikesh to Gorakhpur. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Ghaziabad. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 18hrs.

IntrCity SmartBus run regular bus services between Rishikesh and Gorakhpur. Buses run once daily and take around 18hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

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

There is no direct flight from Rishikesh to Gorakhpur. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 2h 55m (not including layover time).

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

The closest major airport to Gorakhpur is Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) (GOP) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Gorakhpur. Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) (VNS) and Gaya Airport (GAY) (GAY) 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 Gorakhpur. The distance is around 746km (463 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rishikesh to Gorakhpur is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around ₹8,995 ($115).

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Transport options from Rishikesh to Gorakhpur
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 55m
₹8,995($115)
on demand901km (560 miles)
Train
15h 15m
₹1,115($14)
3 times a week789km (490 miles)
Bus
18hrs
₹875($11)
once daily999km (621 miles)
Drive
11h 15m
₹7,005($88)
on demand746km (463 miles)

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Airports near Gorakhpur

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

GOP
Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Gorakhpur
VNS
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
145km (90 miles) from Gorakhpur
GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
266km (165 miles) from Gorakhpur