Here is the complete information on how to reach Khandwa to Kedarnath

About Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh

Khandwa is a city and a Nagar Nigam in the Nimar region of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is the administrative headquarters of the Khandwa district, formerly known as East Nimar District. Khandwa is located at 21.83°N 76.33°E. It has an average elevation of 313 meters (1026 feet). Khandwa district is mainly known for religious tourism places of Hindus and Jains. One of the 12 Jyotirlingas “Omkar Mamleshwar” is situated at the bank of the holy river Narmada in Omkareshwar town.

City	Khandwa
State	Madhya Pradesh
Country	India
Nearest Railway Station	Khandwa (KNW)
Nearest Airport	Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport
Nearest Bus Stand	Khandwa

About Kedarnath Temple:

Its precise location is in the Rudraprayag district. The Kedarnath Temple remains closed for 6 months from November to March every year due to heavy snowfall. The high-quality time to go to Kedarnath is from September to October and May to June. Avoid visiting Kedarnath Temple in the rainy season, as the monsoon leads too heavy to very heavy rainfall and landslides.

Note-The temperature in May and June is 10°c to 15°c whereas the temperature falls from 5°c to -10°c from September to November.

City	Kedarnath
State	Uttarakhand
Country	India
Nearest Railway Station	Rishikesh
Nearest Bus Station	Rishikesh Bus Station
Nearest Airport	Jolly Grant, Dehradun

Here is complete information about how to reach from Khandwa to Kedarnath.

Khandwa to Kedarnath distance: The distance between Khandwa and Kedarnath by road is 1243 km and by flight is 1027km

Khandwa to Kedarnath by your vehicle:

The distance between Khandwa and Kedarnath is 1373 km or 853 miles. To travel this distance, you need 19 hours.  Further, the journey involves traversing various terrains and road conditions. The most feasible route would likely involve a combination of highways, state roads, and mountainous paths. Khandwa to Kedarnath journey by vehicle is quite risky so please note that road conditions and routes can change over time, so it’s essential to verify the information with up-to-date sources before embarking on the journey. Here’s a general route that you might consider:

Route: Khandwa to Kedarnath

Start in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh–> Ujjain–> Ratlam –>Chittorgarh in Rajasthan –>Ajmer –>Beawer –>Kishangarh–> Jaipur–> Delhi –>Haridwar –>Rishikesh–> Rudraprayag–> Guptkashi–> Sonprayag–> Gaurikund trek to Kedarnath.

Note that from Gaurikund, you’ll need to trek to reach Kedarnath as vehicles aren’t allowed beyond Gaurikund due to the mountainous terrain and environmental regulations.

Remember that road conditions, traffic, weather, and other factors can influence the journey’s duration.

Khandwa to Kedarnath by Train:

There is no direct transport mode between Khandwa to Kedarnath. The cheapest way from Khandwa to Kedarnath is a train to Hazrat Nizamuddin, then a bus to Haridwar, then a cab to Kedarnath which takes 36 hours 38min. The following table shows how to reach Khandwa to Kedarnath via train, bus, and cab.

Destination	Via	Time taken	Price
Khandwa to New Delhi	Train	14 hours 50 min	₹190 onwards
New Delhi to Haridwar	Bus	6 hours 15 min	₹446 onwards
Haridwar to Kedarnath	Cab	5 hours 48 min	₹4401 onwards

Note– there are some other trains too, you can check before booking on IRCTC

Kandwa to New Delhi Train
Train	Departure time	Time taken	Fare
KOP NZM SF EXP	02:25 PM	15 hours 25 min	₹ 505 onwards
Jhelum Express	04:15 PM	17 hours	₹ 480 onwards
Punjab Mail	05:00 AM	16 hours 25 min	₹ 510 onwards
CSMT ASR EXP	09:25 PM	18 hours 15 min	₹ 480 onwards
Goa Express	3:00 PM	15 hours 25 min	₹ 505 onwards
Karnataka Exp	19:25 PM	13 hours 35 min	₹ 510 onwards

New Delhi to Haridwar Train
Train	Departure time	Time Taken	Fare
Ddn Janshtbdi	3:20 PM	4 hours 13 min	₹ 145 onwards
Vande Bharat Exp	5:50 PM	3 hours 25 min	₹ 975 onwards
Kota Ddn AC Exp	11:50 PM	4 hours 10 min	₹ 555 onwards
Bdts Hw Exp	2:45 AM	5 hours	₹ 505 onwards
Utkal Express	1:20 PM	6 hours 48 min	₹ 185 onwards
Yoga Express	4:05 AM	7 hours 13 min	₹ 190 onwards
Ujjaini Express	11:40 AM	5 hours	₹ 190 onwards
NDLS Jus Exp	2:45 PM	5 hours 12 min	₹ 420 onwards

Khandwa to Kedarnath by Air:

The distance between Khandwa to Kedarnath by plane is 968 km or 600 miles. The estimated flight time by plane will be 1 h 17 min.

Flight can be boarded from Bhopal to Dehradun. The distance between Dehradun to Kedarnath is 254 km. The distance further can be covered by taking a taxi or bus to Guptkashi and then trekking to Kedarnath or renting a local cab/ car from Dehradun is the best way to travel to Gaurikund and then trek to Kedarnath.

Flights from Bhopal to Dehradun:

Flight	Time taken	Departure time	Price
IndiGo	9 hours 30 min	17:40 PM	₹4,314
IndiGo	9 hours 55 min	07:30 AM	₹4,314
Air India	9 hours 40 min	17:40 PM	₹7,308
Vistara	6 hours 45 min	18:55 PM	₹7,732

Flights from Bhopal to New Delhi:

Bhopal to New Delhi
Flights	Time Taken	Departure time	Fare
Air India	1 hour 25 min	08:00 AM	₹ 3,973
IndiGo	1 hour 15 min	08:10 AM	₹ 3,973
IndiGo	1 hour 15 min	16:25 PM	₹ 3,973
Air India	1 hour 5 min	16:50 PM	₹ 3,973
IndiGo	1 hour 20 min	21:35 PM	₹ 3,973
IndiGo	4 hours 30 min	09:50 AM	₹6,117

Note– there are some other flights too, you can check before booking on this website

From New Delhi, you can reach Dehradun or Rishikesh via bus, train, or cab. Further from Dehradun or Rishikesh, you could hire a cab or taxi to reach Sonprayag and then trek 16 km to reach Kedarnath.

Khandwa to Kedarnath by Helicopter:

For completing the journey from Khandwa to Kedarnath in less time you can also opt for helicopter services. This facility is thus provided by the Aone helicopter. The Aone helicopter is the foremost place for people who are counting on a utility like Helicopter booking Kedarnath Yatra from Khandwa district, Madhya Pradesh, chartering private jets. Prices depend on the locations of your landing and departure points, landing costs, flight duration, size of helicopter, and time of flight.

Places to visit near Kedarnath are:

1: Vasuki Tal Lake (21.6km)

2: Triyuginarayan Temple (15 km)

4: Kalimat Almora (56 km)

5: Deoriatal (70 km)

6: Ukhimath (74 km)

7: Chopta ( 85 km)

8: Tungnath ( 88 km)

9: Chandrashila Trek (90 km)

10: Augustmuni (95 km)

FAQs:

Q1: Which is the nearest railway station and the nearest airport to Kedarnath?

A1: The nearest railway station to Kedarnath is Rishikesh. The nearest airport station to Kedarnath is Jolly Grant in Dehradun.

Q2: What are some budget hotels with all the required facilities to stay in Kedarnath?

A2: Travellers can book top-budget hotels near Kedarnath Trek, Gaurikund, Guptkashi, Joshi Math, and Kedarnath Shrine.

Q3:Can senior citizens or children visit Kedarnath?
A3: Yes, senior citizens and children are allowed to visit Kedarnath, but they need to be in good physical condition. If needed, a palanquin or a mule can be hired to reach Kedarnath.

Q4: Can we reach Khandwa to Kedarnath directly?

A4: No, there is no direct connectivity from Khandwa to Kedarnath instead, we can reach Kedarnath by train, by air, or by cab.

Q5: Is it difficult to breathe in Kedarnath?

A5: Yes, the atmospheric pressure is low in Kedarnath thus it becomes difficult to breathe in Kedarnath.

Travel Tips:

1. Avoid visiting Kedarnath Temple during rainy seasons.
2. Only JIO and BSNL sim network is available over there.
3. Carry a medical kit with you.
4. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
5. Do not do Photography and Videography in Kedarnath as it is banned in Kedarnath.
6. Carry a power bank, and extra camera battery with you.
7. Carry some instant food with you while visiting Kedarnath Temple.
8. While traveling from Khandwa to Kedarnath make sure to check the weather and climate of Kedarnath.

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