About Kedarnath Temple Uttarakhand

The Kedarnath temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, the highest of the 12 Jyotirlingas, holds a special place in the hearts of millions of people in INDIA. Kedarnath temple is at an altitude of 3,583 meters. The temple has great spiritual importance in Hindu mythology, drawing millions of devotees and tourists to this sacred pilgrimage site every year. You can also plan your pilgrimage and experience the divine presence amidst the Himalayan peaks.

Golaghat to Kedarnath Distance – By Road, Train and Flight

For any devotee of lord Shiva, we have covered all the details you need to know about the Golaghat to Kedarnath distance.

1. The distance by road from Golaghat to Kedarnath is around 2580 kilometres.
2. Golaghat to Kedarnath distance is about 2187 kilometres by train.
3. Golaghat to Kedarnath distance is about 1526 kilometres by air.

Golaghat to Kedarnath Distance by Road

If you are willing to travel to Kedarnath from Golaghat by road, you’ll need to cover a total distance of around 2580 kilometres.

Personal vehicle

Traveling in your vehicle can be a good choice because of its benefits.

Golaghat –– Siliguri –– Darbhanga –– Patna –– Lucknow –– Moradabad –– Haridwar –– Rishikesh –– Devprayag –– Rudraprayag –– Sonprayag –– Gaurikund –– Kedarnath

Note: NH 27 is the shortest route to Kedarnath from Golaghat, with a total distance of 2573 kilometres, and you might reach your final destination in 51 hours. 

Golaghat to Kedarnath Distance By bus

1. Golaghat to Kedarnath distance by bus is approximately 2660 kilometres.
2. You can take these routes if you want to travel most of the way by bus.

Golaghat –– Guwahati –– Siliguri –– New Delhi –– Rishikesh –– Sonprayag – Gaurikund – Kedarnath

Bus Service from Golaghat to Guwahati
S. No	Bus	Time	Duration	Fare
1	NAMBOR TRANSPORT	6:00	6 hours	₹600
2	Ratnagiri Transport	13:15	6 hours 30 minutes	₹463
3	Zamzam Travels	21:30	7 hours 30 minutes	₹549

 

Bus Services from Guwahati to Siliguri
S. No	Bus	Time	Duration	Fare
1	Chartered Bus	22:00	8 hours 30 minutes	₹1080
2	Rayan Travels	18:30	11 hours 30 minutes	₹700
3	SIMA Five Star Travels	19:30	10 hours 30 minutes	₹1050

 

Bus Services from Siliguri to New Delhi
S. No	Bus	Time	Duration	Fare
1	JGD Travels	21:00	35 hours	₹3423
2	JGD Travels	20:00	35 hours	₹2923

 

Bus Services from New Delhi to Rishikesh
S. No	Bus	Time	Duration	Fare
1	Laxmi Holidays	23:55	5 hours	₹870
2	Zingbus Service	05:05	5 hours 30 minutes	₹473
3	Gola Bus Service	22:40	6 hours	₹999

1. After arriving in Rishikesh, you can get on one of the GMOU buses, which provide remote area services.
2. Usually, these buses leave early in the morning from Rishikesh, so be there when it goes.
3. GMOU buses’ last stop is Sonprayag; you must then book a taxi from Sonprayag to Gaurikund.

• Now to reach Kedarnath temple, you need to trek 16 km, or you can hire mules, ponies, or horses.

GMOU Bus Service from Rishikesh to Sonprayag
S. No	Bus	Time	Duration	Fare
1	DevBhoomi Travels	06:00	8 hours	₹750
2	DevBhoomi Travels	10:00	7 hours	₹800
3	SHRI KRISHNA TRAVELS	08:30	9 hours 30 minutes	₹899

Note – Prices of the buses may differ based on the date of your booking. If you need information about GMOU buses, you can find it here.

Golaghat to Kedarnath Distance by Train

Since there are no direct trains from Golaghat to Kedarnath, you have to divide your train journey, which means that the total distance by train would be around 2187 kilometres.

• Golaghat (GLGT) –– New Delhi (NDLS) –– Rishikesh (RKSH)

Train from Golaghat (GLGT) to New Delhi (NDLS)
S. No	Train	Time	Duration	Fare
1	Rajdhani Exp	12:10 AM	34 hours 20 minutes	3A – ₹4110 2A – ₹5615 1A – ₹7040
2	Avadh Assam Exp	02:52 PM	49 hours	3A – ₹2125 2A – ₹3105 1A – ₹5295

The distance between Golaghat (GLGT) and New Delhi (NDLS) is 1698 kilometres.

Train from New Delhi (NDLS) to Rishikesh (RKSH)
S. No	Train	Time	Duration	Fare
1	Vande Bharat Exp	5:50 PM	3 hours 25 minutes	CC – ₹975 EC – ₹1075
2	Kota DDN AC Exp	11:50 PM	4 hours 10 minutes	3A – ₹555 2A – ₹760 1A – ₹1225
3	Utkal Exp	1:20 PM	8 hours 30 minutes	SL – ₹195 3A – ₹505 2A – ₹710

The distance from New Delhi (NDLS) to Rishikesh (RKSH) is 266 kilometres.

1. Rishikesh (RKSH) is the last railway station to Kedarnath.
2. From Rishikesh to Gaurikund, you must travel 207 kilometres on buses and taxis and the next 16 kilometres to Kedarnath on foot.

Golaghat to Kedarnath Distance by Flight

1. The aerial distance from Golaghat to Kedarnath is 1526 kilometres.
2. You can fly from Jorhat (JRH) –– New Delhi (DEL) –– Jolly Grant Uttarakhand (DED)
3. To save some money and a one-way flight trip to Uttarakhand, you can also go from Golaghat –– Guwahati (GAU) –– Jolly Grant Uttarakhand (DED)

To get to Guwahati Airport from Golaghat, you can take a bus or a taxi or book a cab.

Flights From Guwahati (GAU) to Jolly Grant Uttarakhand (DED)
S. No	Flight	Time	Duration	Fare (Minimum)
1	Vistara	18:00	20 hours 45 minutes	₹7398
2	IndiGo	20:15	11 hours 15 minutes	₹9843

A few more flights from Guwahati (GAU) to Jolly Grant (DED) are available at different prices, so book your flight accordingly.

• 1. After arriving at Uttarakhand Airport, several taxis are available at the airport for Rishikesh.
  2. GMOU buses can also drop you off at Sonprayag from Rishikesh. After that booking a cab to Gaurikund is also possible.

Note – In addition to GMOU buses, Helicopter Yatra to Kedarnath is also available for booking. To learn more about this option, you can visit the following website .

 

FAQ’s

Q1. Can I drive from Golaghat to Kedarnath in my car?
A1. Yes, you can travel in your car. But Gaurikund is every vehicle’s last stop, and you’ll have to trek 16 kilometres on foot.

Q2. Can we take two-wheelers from Gaurikund to Kedarnath because my father cannot walk 16 kilometres
A2. Unfortunately, no vehicles are allowed after Gaurikund. But any person who cannot trek 16 kilometres can ride on horses, mules and ponies.

Q3. Are there any buses available from Golaghat to Kedarnath directly?
A3. No direct buses are available from Golaghat to Kedarnath, but you can divide your journey. Check the alternative buses to Kedarnath from IRCTC.

Q4. What should I carry during the trek from Gauri Kund?
A4. Essentials include sturdy footwear, warm clothing, a first-aid kit, and personal identification.