Road Trip is the most preferred way to reach Kedarnath and is easily available. The main departing cities are Haridwar and Dehradun to begin the journey.
To take a road trip, you have many choices such as bus, private vehicle or self-drive car. You can choose as per group size and requirements.
Bus: Government and private buses operate from Delhi ISBT to Haridwar/Rishikesh (₹350-800). From there, take buses or shared taxis to Sonprayag/Gaurikund.
Private Taxi/Cab: Hire a taxi from Delhi at ₹4,000-6,000 per day (sedan/SUV). Total journey time: 12-14 hours to Gaurikund.
Tempo Traveller (Best for Groups): Tempo Traveller on Rent in Delhi is perfect for families and groups of 9-20 people. Cost ranges from ₹24-35 per km depending on seating capacity and luxury variant.
By Train
Take a train from Delhi to Haridwar or Rishikesh Railway Station (journey time: 5-7 hours). From there, continue by road to Gaurikund.
By Air
Fly from Delhi to Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (238 km from Kedarnath). From Dehradun, hire a taxi to Gaurikund (8-9 hours).
By Helicopter
Helicopter services operate from:
- Phata to Kedarnath: ₹5,000-7,500 (round trip)
- Guptkashi to Kedarnath: ₹3,875 one way
- Sirsi to Kedarnath: Similar pricing
Complete darshan can be done in a single day via helicopter, ideal for senior citizens or time-constrained pilgrims. To know about the best route for Kedarnath Yatra from Delhi, read this guide:
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