About Kedarnath Temple Uttarakhand

The Kedarnath Temple is a highly revered Hindu temple located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. It is situated in the Himalayan Range and dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is considered the highest of the 12 Jyotirlingas. The temple is located at an altitude of 3,583 meters and attracts many devotees yearly. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of snow-capped mountains and the Mandakini River while visiting this sacred site.

Poonch to Kedarnath Distance- By Road, Train, and Flight

If you plan to travel to Kedarnath to worship the Hindu GOD SHIVA, check the distance you will need to cover through different means of transport.

1. By Road – 1030 kilometers
2. By Air – 576 kilometers
3. By Train – 978 kilometers

1. No matter whatever transport you choose to cover Poonch to Kedarnath Distance. The last motorable place Gaurikund is 16 kilometers before Kedarnath.
2. You must trek 16 km from Gaurikund to Kedarnath temple, or you can hire a Mule, Pony, or horse.

Here’s how you can travel from Poonch to Kedarnath.

Poonch to Kedarnath Distance by Road

The distance from Poonch to Kedarnath is about 1030 kilometers.

Personal Vehicle

1. If you wish to travel from Poonch to Kedarnath in your vehicle, you must cover 1018 kilometers up to Gaurikund.
2. You can head from Poonch –– Jammu –– Pathankot –– Ludhiana –– Haridwar –– Rishikesh –– Guptkashi ––Sonprayag –– Gaurikund –– Kedarnath 
3. From Gaurikund, 16 kilometers of trekking can take 6 – 8 hours.

Poonch to Kedarnath Distance by Bus

There are no bus services that connect Poonch to Kedarnath directly, but there are alternative routes that you can take to reach your destination.

1. First, leave for Jammu from Poonch, which is 231 kilometers.
2. Poonch –– Jammu –– Rishikesh –– Guptkashi –– Sonprayag –– Gaurikund –– Kedarnath 

Jammu Bus Services to Rishikesh

Distance from Jammu to Rishikesh is 594 Km

Note – Please note that the cost of bus tickets may vary depending on your booking date. Few GMOU buses leave early in the morning from Rishikesh to Sonprayag, so catch one to save time.

Rishikesh Bus Services to Guptkashi.

1. After arriving at Rishikesh, your next stop would be in Guptkashi.
2. The minimum distance between Rishikesh and Guptkashi is 178 km.

1. Taking a taxi or booking a Cab from Guptkashi to Sonprayag should be your priority if you don’t want to walk 30 km.
   1. Gaurikund, the last stop for any vehicle, is 6 km from Sonprayag. Therefore, you must cover that 6 km in a taxi or a rented car.
   2. After arriving at Sonprayag, you must still trek 16 km to finally reach your destination to worship and pray to GOD MAHADEV.

Poonch to Kedarnath Distance by Flight.

1. The total aerial distance from Poonch to Kedarnath is approximately 576 kilometers.
2. First, travel 168 kilometers from Poonch to Srinagar International Airport (SXR), the nearest airport to the town.
3. Now from Srinagar International Airport (SXR), you can fly directly to Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Uttarakhand, approximately 529 kilometers.
4. Although aeroplanes are the fastest means of transport, they can be costly compared to other vehicles.

1. Vistara and IndiGo are the only two options for your flight trip.
2. After arriving at Jolly Grant, you can take road transport for the further journey or book a private helicopter from the UTTRAKHAND government’s website if your budget allows it.
3. If you decide to travel by road, you can go from NH 7 and NH 10.
   • Jolly Grant –– Rishikesh –– Gupta Kashi –– Sonprayag –– Gaurikund –– Kedarnath

Poonch to Kedarnath Distance by Train.

1. Railway distance from Poonch to Kedarnath is approximately 978 kilometers.
2. Poonch also does not provide a direct Train Travel facility to Kedarnath, but both these places have the nearest railway station.
3. Poonch’s nearest railway station, Jammu Tawi (JAT), is 132 km from the town, whereas Rishikesh railway station (RKSH) is the last railway station for Kedarnath.
4. The railway distance from Jammu Tawi (JAT) to Rishikesh (RKSH) is approximately 547 kilometers.

1. To reach your destination from Rishikesh, you must travel by roadways for the remaining distance.
2. You can Book your Flights, Train, and buses from https://www.irctc.co.in/.

FAQ’s

Q1. Are there any direct flights from Poonch to Kedarnath?
A1. Unfortunately, there are no direct flights available from Poonch to Kedarnath. However, you can book a flight from Srinagar International Airport (SXR) to Jolly Grant Airport (DED) and then arrange a helicopter ride to Kedarnath upon arrival in Uttarakhand.

Q2. Is there any road transport available in Rishikesh for Kedarnath?
A2. Yes, GMOU buses leave early in the morning, which can drop you at Sonprayag, from where you can ride on taxis or cab up to Gaurikund.

Q3: What is the distance we need to cover on foot from Gaurikund?
A3. From Gaurikund you’ll have to cover 16 kilometers on foot to finally reach Kedarnath temple