Here is the complete guide on the distance from Vadodara to Kedarnath.
About Vadodara, Gujarat:
Situated on the banks of Vishwamitra River, is the second largest city of Gujrat, Vadodara (Baroda). The most prominent landmark of Vadodara is the Laxmi Vilas Palace. Home to Kirti Mandir, Tambekar Wada, Maharaj Fateh Singh Museum, Sayaji Baugh, and many other places, Vadodara has a good tourism culture.
About Kedarnath, Uttarakhand
In Rudraprayag District of Uttarakhand at a distance of approx. 86 km is located in the famous Kedarnath Temple. Kedarnath Temple is one of the most sacred places visited by devotees from all around the world. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Kedarnath Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
Places near Kedarnath:
Kedarnath is located in Rudraprayag district Uttarakhand, and while traveling to Kedarnath there are various places that one can visit. Some of these places are:
- Sonprayag
- Vasuki Tal
- Shankracharya Samadhi
- Triyuginarayan
- Bhairavnath Temple
- Agastyamuni
- Chandrashila
- Chorabari Lake
- Guptakashi
- Syalsur
- Gaurikund
Sonprayag:
The holy rivers Basuki and Mandakini meet at Sonprayag, making it a place where many come to take a bath as these two rivers are considered as givers of purity.
Vasuki Tal:
With water so clear you can see the rocks at the bottom, this lake is also the home to the beautiful Brahma Kamal flower.
Shankracharya Samadhi:
Before leaving his mortal body, the last place visited by sage Adi Shankaracharya was Kedarnath. The place where he attained nirvana this samadhi was built.
Triyuginarayan:
This is where Lord Shiva and Parvati took their marriage vows. The other name for this temple is Akhand Dhuni Temple because the fire from the marriage of Lord Shiva is believed to be still burning.
Bhairavnath Temple:
It is said that when Kedarnath Temple closes for winter, Lord Bhairav (Kshetrapal) keeps a watch on the temple and the whole of Kedarnath.
Agastyamuni:
Located on the banks of River Mandakani is the temple named after Sage Agastyamuni, who meditated there.
Chandrashila:
According to legend god Chandradev prayed for years in order to absolve his sins. Also, it is believed that Lord Ram prayed to Lord Shiva after killing Ravana.
Chorabari Lake:
This place is also called Gandhi Sarvor since some of Mahatma Gandhi’s ashes were immersed here. Also, it is said Lord Shiva shared the knowledge of Yoga to the Saptrishis here.
Guptakashi:
This is the very place where Lord Shiva hid from the Pandavas after they came from the war of Mahabharat.
Syalsur:
On the banks of the Mandakani River, this place is a haven for birds and bird lovers.
How to Plan Your Journey
Distance from Vadodara to Kedarnath is not small, one needs to cover approx. 1518 Km by road.
By air, you need to cover a distance of 1104 Km to reach Kedarnath.
You can first reach Haridwar (if you travel by road), which is approx. 240 Km from Kedarnath. From there you can travel easily to Kedarnath.
Travel to Haridwar:
To reach Haridwar you have many options like Train, Bus, or Cab.
Vadodara to Kedarnath by Road:
Traveling on NH 48 from Vadodara, one can reach Haridwar. From Haridwar, you can travel on NH 34, NH 7, or NH 107 and reach Kedarnath.
Vadodara to Kedarnath by Train:
Originating at Bandar the train that passes through Vadodara is the Bandra Terminus – Haridwar Express which takes a total of 25 hours to travel a distance of 1237 Km and reaches Haridwar, runs every day of the week. The Ticket cost varies according to the train class chosen. Ranging from Rs. 291 to Rs. 2075.
Train from Vadodara to Haridwar |
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| S.No. | Name | Departure | Duration | Fare |
| 1. | Bandra Terminus – Haridwar Express (19019) | 06: 22 AM | 25 h 23 min | (General) 291
(SL) 495 (3A) 1425 (2A) 2065 |
Note – There are other trains available for the route for more information you can visit our website.
Vadodara to Kedarnath by bus:
There are many bus companies running through the route of Vadodara to Haridwar covering the distance in about 30 hours.
Bus from Vadodara to Haridwar |
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| S.NO. | Name | Departure | Duration | Fare |
| 1. | Shrikirshna Travels | 05:30 PM | 10 h 30 min | 600 |
| 2. | Shreenath Travellers | 06:45 PM | 10 h 25 min | 600 |
| 3. | Shrinath Travel Agency | 06:10 PM | 09 h 45 min | 500 |
| 4. | Patel Tours and Travels | 08:00 PM | 11 h 00 min | 700 |
Note – There may be other buses running on this route.
Vadodara to Kedarnath distance by Air:
From Vadodara Airport you can take a flight that will take you to Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, and from there you can book a cab that will take you to Kedarnath.
| Flight from Vadodara to Haridwar | ||||
| S.NO. | Name | Departure | Duration | Fare |
| 1. | Indigo | 08: 00 AM | 7 h 00 min | ₹7390
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Note – There are more flights available for the route for more information you can check the website.
Haridwar to Kedarnath:
From Haridwar, you can book a cab that will take you to your destination i.e., Kedarnath. From Haridwar, you can also reach Jollygrant Airport, Dehradun, and from there you can book a helicopter that can take you directly to Kedarnath in a short amount of time.
FAQ:
Q) What are Vadodara to Haridwar train timings?
Ans) Departure time is 06:22 hrs on all days (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Q) How many trains are there from Vadodara to Haridwar?
Ans) 1 train runs between Vadodara and Haridwar daily.
Q) How far is Vadodara from Kedarnath Temple?
Ans) The distance between Vadodara and Kedarnath Temple is 1518 km by road.
Q) Where can I stay near Kedarnath Temple?
Ans) There are hotels near Kedarnath Temple with prices starting at ₹7,500 per night.
Q) What are some places worth visiting in Kedarnath?
Ans) While in Kedarnath one must visit the Kedarnath Temple, Vasuki Tal, Shankaracharya Samadhi, Agastyamuni, Chandrashila, and Sonprayag.
Q) How can I travel around Kedarnath?
Ans) After reaching Gaurikund walking is your only option. However, there is the option of horse rides and palanquin services provided by various vendors in the area.
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