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Gurugram to Kedarnath distance and journey – Complete guide

Gurugram to Kedarnath distance and journey – Complete guide

The Garhwal Region contains four shrines. They are described as the “Char Dhaam of Uttarakhand”. Every year many devotees come to Gurugram to Kedarnath.

About Kedarnath Temple Uttarakhand

Kedarnath, a sacred pilgrimage place for Lord Shiva, is situated in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand’s Garhwal region. Kedarnath, one of Uttarakhand’s Char Dhams, is the most important of the Panch Kedar. Kedarnath, one of Lord Shiva’s twelve Jyotirlingas, is a beautiful Himalayan peak located at an elevation of 3586 meters near the Mandakini River’s head. The distance by road from Haridwar to the temple is 242 km, and from Gurugram to Kedarnath distance is 475 km. The temple is generally accessible to the public from April to November. Each year, tens of thousands of people visit the Kedarnath Temple.

About Gurugram (Haryana)

District Gurugram is located 30 km south of the national capital Delhi, about 10 km from the sub-city of Dwarka, and 268 km south of Chandigarh. The city has seen rapid growth and construction in the last 25 years. The district is a significant Delhi satellite city. District Gurugram is the second largest city in the state of Haryana and is the industrial and financial center of Haryana. After Chandigarh and Mumbai, its per capita income is the third highest anywhere in India. It is the only city in India where all households have been successfully provided with power connections. It is a center for numerous BPO companies and an IT hub.

Gurugram to Kedarnath Distance

Gurugram to Kedarnath distance is about 475 Km via Road.

Distance from Gurugram -> Indira Gandhi Airport->Jolly Grant Airport -> Doon Helipad -> Kedarnath is set at 321 km via Flight.

Distance from Gurugram -> GGN, Gurgaon ->HW, and Haridwar is set at 250 km via Train.

By Road – Gurugram to Kedarnath Distance:

Gurugram to Kedarnath distance

By your Vehicle

You can head from Gurugram > New Delhi > Ghaziabad > Meerut > Muzaffarnagar > Roorkee > Bahadarabad > Haridwar > Rishikesh > Devprayag > Srinagar > Rudraprayag > Guptakashi > Sonprayag > Gauri Kund > Kedarnath. The journey from Gurugram to Kedarnath distance about 475 km by road.

 Note:- The all-weather roads NH 34, NH 7, and NH 107 can be used to go to Kedarnath by any public or private transportation.

By Public Transport – BUS Service

Bus from Gurugram to Haridwar
S.No. Bus Departure Time Duration Fare
1. Zingbus 10:30 pm 6hr 35min ₹683
2. Zingbus 04:40 am 6hr ₹765
3. VGO BUS 4:10 pm 6hr 05min ₹1500

 

Bus from Haridwar to Guptkashi
S.no. Bus Departure Time Duration Fare
1.       DevBhoomi Travels 9:00am 7hr ₹850
2.       DevBhoomi Travels 5:00am 9hr ₹850
3.       YATAYAT CORPORATION 9:00am 6hr ₹800
4.       YATAYAT CORPORATION 5:15am 6hr ₹800

Note – Other buses with alternative schedules are also available; thus, confirm before making a reservation.

You may take a bus, your car, or a leased automobile to make the roughly 30-kilometer journey from Guptkashi to Sonprayag. From Sonprayag, you must take a local cab for about 6 kilometers to Gaurikund, you must walk for around 16 km to Kedarnath.

Note:- The climb to the temple begins at Gauri Kund, the last stop on the journey. The 16 km-long hikes may be completed in 5–6 hours. Anybody who cannot trek may hire a pony or palkis to transport them to the temple.

By Air – Gurugram to Kedarnath Distance:

Distance from Gurugram -> Indira Gandhi Airport -> Jolly Grant Airport -> via. Road Kedarnath is set at 199 km via Flight.

There is no direct flight from Gurugram to Kedarnath.

The closest airport to Kedarnath Yatra is Jolly Grant Airport, which is situated in Dehradun. From here, we may take a car or helicopter service directly to Guptkashi or Phata. Online reservations for helicopter services are available at https://heliservices.uk.gov.in/.

Flight from Delhi to Dehradun
S.No. Flight Departure Duration Fare
1. Alliance Air 06:20 am 1hr ₹2499
2. IndiGo 08:20 am 55m ₹3434
3. IndiGo 06:15 pm 50m ₹3434
4. IndiGo 04:55 pm 50m ₹3592

Note – Be aware that you can check out different flights before making your reservation.

By Train – Gurugram to Kedarnath Distance:

Distance from Gurugram -> Haridwar is set at 250 km via Train.

As of right presently, there is no direct train service to Kedarnath.

Train from Gurugram to Haridwar
S.No. Train Departure Duration Fare / Class
1. Yoga Express – 19031 03:48 am 07hr 30min ₹460 / (3A)

₹645 / (2A)

₹180 / (SL)

₹1065 / (1A)

Note – Be aware that you can check out different trains before making a reservation.

Weather in Kedarnath

Kedarnath receives frigid temperatures all year round because of its high height. The snow-covered peaks in its surroundings make Kedarnath’s winters bitterly cold. Summer is the ideal season to begin a visit to Kedarnath due to the lovely weather and favorable climatic conditions. We provide tailored Kedarnath trip packages, perfect for those looking to win Lord Shiva’s favor.

  • May to June Temperature: 10oC to 15oC
  • September to November Temperature: 5oC to -10oC

Travel Tips

  • The severe winter and monsoon seasons should be avoided. The optimum times to visit Kedarnath are traditionally regarded as May through June and September through October. The path to the temple is very dangerous during the height of the monsoons when landslides and floods are most common.
  • Pack some lightweight winter clothing even if you’re going on your trip in the summer.
  • You must always carry an umbrella, a raincoat, and rain boots with you because it may rain at any time here.
  • To defend yourself from the brisk winds here, bring a windcheater, wool socks, monkey hats, and a muffler. Thanks to these, you will be able to survive the chilly wind in the upper Himalayas.
  • For reasons of safety, only BSNL is available in the Kedarnath region. Private SIM cards are not supported.

 

FAQ’s

Q1. Is there any online booking service for helicopter booking?
A1.
Yes, an online helicopter booking service is available you can book it from https://heliservices.uk.gov.in/

Q2. How difficult trek to Kedarnath Temple is?
A2.
It is a quite difficult trek, especially for old people. If you desire to trek then don’t forget to carry the necessary First-Aid. for old people it is suggested to opt for a helicopter service.

Q3. How can I go to Kedarnath from Gurgaon?

A3. The quickest route from Gurgaon to Kedarnath takes a taxi to New Delhi, a bus to Haldwani, and a cab to Kedarnath, taking 14 hours and 27 minutes in total. It takes 14 hours and 27 minutes to travel from Gurgaon to Kedarnath by taxi to New Delhi, transport to Haldwani, and then by taxi to Kedarnath.

Q4. Which month is best for Kedarnath trip?

A4. Summer Season (April-June)

The summer, when temperatures are moderate and range between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius, is the ideal time to explore Kedarnath. The day is nice due to the warm sun and the light, cooling breeze.

Q5. Can I visit Kedarnath without registration?

A5. For those wishing to travel to Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, or Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand, a Char Dham enrollment form is required.

 

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