Haridwar to Rishikesh Trains

Several trains are running from Haridwar to Rishikesh based on your travel and budget preferences. Booking train tickets from Haridwar to Rishikesh is easy and convenient on redRail, an IRCTC-authorized platform offering a variety of train options. You can view a list of trains, including train number, name, travel class, duration, and departure or arrival timings when booking your railway tickets.

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Haridwar to Rishikesh Distance

There are 16 trains running from Haridwar to Rishikesh, covering an approximate distance of 22 kms km. While some trains run on a daily basis, others run weekly.

Haridwar to Rishikesh Timings

The first train from Haridwar to Rishikesh is DOON EXPRESS (13009) departing at 05:30 from Haridwar (HW).

The last train from Haridwar to Rishikesh is GKP YNRK SPL (04303), departing at 23:45 from Haridwar (HW).

The boarding stations for all Haridwar to Rishikesh trains are -

• Haridwar (HW)

• Rishikesh (RKSH)

One of India's seven holiest cities, Haridwar, is in Uttarakhand. The tradition of Haridwar is vibrantly steeped in rituals involving the Ganges, especially the evening Ganga Aarti that brings alive the skies. Millions flock to Kumbh Mela, Kanwar Yatra, and Diwali. The significant sites in the area are Har Ki Pauri, Mansa Devi Temple, and Chandi Devi Temple. 

The historic town of Rishikesh, surrounded by the Himalayas and with the clean Ganga passing through it, is one of northern India's leading tourist destinations and pilgrimage sites. People travel there from all over the world in pursuit of calmness.

Best Places To Visit in Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a charming city well-known for its abundant beauty, spirituality, adventure opportunities, and breathtaking locations. It is also called the "Yoga Capital of the Country" and the "Gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas”. Some other famous places to visit in the city are - 

• Triveni Ghat for Ganga Aarti every evening

• Beatles Ashram

• Laxman and Ram Jhula

• Tera Manzil Mandir

Rishikesh is the hub for many activities, including bungee jumping and river rafting. Additionally, Rishikesh is well-known for its cafes, so make sure to visit them. 

Best Time To Visit Rishikesh

September through June and November are the ideal times to go to Rishikesh.

Major Railway Stations

The major railway stations of Rishikesh are as follows -

• Yog Nagari Rishikesh Railway Station (YNRK) - A newer extension under the Char Dham railway project. It connects to the major cities in the area.

• Rishikesh Railway Station (RKSH) - This is the city's central station for all local trains.

How To Reach Rishikesh? 

The city has good access to buses, trains, and aeroplanes.

• The Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is the closest.

• Regular bus connections are available from Haridwar, Delhi and Dehradun to Rishikesh. 

• Haridwar has excellent access to the nation's major cities with various superfast and express trains.

Best Ways To Reach Haridwar Railway Station 

Haridwar Railway Station is easily accessible because of its outstanding connectivity.

• By bus - The regular route buses run from Delhi to Rishikesh and Dehradun.

• By flight - Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is the nearest airport.

• By cab - There are local taxi operators available in the neighbouring cities, such as Rishikesh and Dehradun.

Best Ways To Reach Rishikesh Railway Station 

Easiest ways to reach Rishikesh railway station are - 

• By bus - Private and state-run buses from the nearby cities are readily available.

• By flight - Many cabs and bus facilities are available from Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun.

• By cab - Hired taxis or cabs from nearby or major cities are the best way to reach the railway station.

Places to Stay in Rishikesh

While several homestays and hostels like Julley Commune and Skyard Rishikesh, farther back from the Ganges' holy waters, riverside properties remain the most comfortable accommodation choices in this peaceful town. Lemon Tree, Hotel The Moksham and Hotel Mahadev Rishikesh are some of the best-rated hotels.

Train routes like this one remind you that travel is as much about the journey as the destination. From lively stations to peaceful landscapes, each moment offers a glimpse of India’s soul. The trip from Haridwar to Rishikesh is a seamless fusion of spirituality, scenic beauty, and cultural diversity, leaving the tourist with a lifelong memory of the Himalayas.

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