How to travel from Rishikesh to Gwalior, India

The distance between Rishikesh and Gwalior is around 541km (336 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 7h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Rishikesh to Gwalior by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Gwalior Jn..

  • Duration11h 15m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹320($4)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Noida and then to Agra then take the train to Gwalior Jn..

  • Duration10h 10m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,750($22)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Gwalior.

  • Duration7h 30m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹13,530($170)
Operated by

Nature Holidays Travel

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Drive

Drive to Gwalior.

  • Duration7h 30m
  • Distance541km (336 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rishikesh and Gwalior

There are several options for getting from Rishikesh to Gwalior by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹320 ($4) and will take around 11h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 7h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹13,530 ($170).

The distance between Rishikesh and Gwalior is around 541km (336 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 434km (270 miles)

It takes around 11h 15m to get from Rishikesh and Gwalior by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Rishikesh to Gwalior is to take a taxi which takes around 7h 30m and will set you back approx ₹13,530 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Rishikesh and Gwalior, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹320 ($4) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rishikesh and Gwalior. It typically takes around 11h 15m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Rishikesh and Gwalior with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 11h 15m.

Indian Railways run train services between Rishikesh and Gwalior. Trains depart once daily and will take around 11h 15m, 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 Gwalior. We recommend that you take a taxi to Gwalior. instead which will take 7h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Rishikesh to Gwalior. We recommend that you take the train to Gwalior Jn.. instead which will take 11h 15m.

The closest major airport to Gwalior is Gwalior Airport (GWL) (GWL) which is approximately 12km (8 miles) from Gwalior. Agra Airport (AGR) (AGR) 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 Rishikesh and Gwalior. The distance is around 541km (336 miles) by road and it will take around 7h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rishikesh to Gwalior is to take the train which takes, on average, 11h 15m and will usually cost around ₹320 ($4).

How do I get from Rishikesh to Gwalior

Compare travel optionsbetween Rishikesh and Gwalior

Transport options from Rishikesh to Gwalior
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
11h 15m
₹320($4)
once daily580km (360 miles)
Bus and Train
10h 10m
₹1,750($22)
twice daily542km (337 miles)
Taxi
7h 30m
₹13,530($170)
on demand541km (336 miles)
Drive
7h 30m
₹5,095($64)
on demand541km (336 miles)

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Airports near Gwalior

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

GWL
Gwalior Airport (GWL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (8 miles) from Gwalior
AGR
Agra Airport (AGR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
108km (67 miles) from Gwalior
DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
International Airport
Distance
282km (175 miles) from Gwalior