Here’s a complete guide providing you information on how to travel from Malerkotla to Kedarnath.

About Malerkotla

Malerkotla is a district in Punjab with a predominance of Muslim community. In 2021, the Sangrur district is divided to create the 23rd district in Punjab. Malerkotla, Amargarh, and Ahmedgarh are the three subdivisions of this district. In year 1956, it was merged with Punjab by becoming a part of Sangrur district. Since, due to a majority of local Punjabi-Muslim majority in Malerkotla, Urdu is taught in the schools, and is the most spoken language after Punjabi.

It has a total area of 684 sq km and some of the tourist spots are Shahi tombs, Jama Masjid, Diwankhana Sheesh Mehal, Mubarak Manzil, Kuka Smarak, Fort Rehmatgarh and more. The total distance from Malerkotla to Kedarnath is by road is 510 km and by flight the distacnce is is 305 km.

District	Malerkotla
State	Punjab
Country	India
Nearest railway station	Dhuri Railway Station Ludhiana Railway Station
Nearest airport	Chandigarh International Airport Sahnewal Airport (Ludhiana Airport)

About Kedarnath

Kedarnath temple is a one of the most ancient temple present in India, belonged to Lord Shiva. It is located in the near the Mandakini river in Rudraprayag district of Indian state Uttarakhand. The temple is one of the Chardhams of Northern Himalayas, alongwith Badrinath, Yamunotri and Gangotri. The location of the temple is around the snow-capped Himalyan mountain range and has a breathtaking pleasing view with greenery all around. The age of the temple is still not known, but it is said that it is built by the Pandavas of the Mahabharata.

A large number of devotees visit here from India and from all over the world, especially during the Chardham yatra taking place from the month of late April to November. The temple opens only for 6 months and other remaining 6 months, it remains closed. It is the inner belief on Lord Shiva that despite of all the challenges in between the whole journey, millions of people come here every year. One can experience the greatness of Lord Shiva in the whole region. The whole journey is a spiritual and full of a lot of adventures.

Place	Kedarnath
State	Uttarakhand
Country	India
Nearest railway station	Rishikesh Railway Station
Nearest airport	Jolly Grant Airport

How to travel from Malerkotla to Kedarnath?

Malerkotla to Kedarnath via Own Car

If you are planning to travel to Kedarnath by your own car, then the total distance to travel is 510 km. You can start you travel journey from Malerkotla -> Patiala -> Kurukshetra -> Ladwa -> Saharanpur -> Bhagwanpur -> Bahadarabad -> Haridwar ->  Rishikesh -> Devprayag -> Srinagar -> Rudraprayag -> Agustyamuni -> Guptkashi -> Sonprayag -> Gaurikund -> Kedarnath.

Malerkotla to Kedarnath via Bus

Since, there is no direct bus from Malerkotla to Kedarnath. So, if you prefer a journey by bus, you have to take a bus to Chandigarh first. From there, you will get a direct bus to Dehradun. Once you reach Dehradun, you can go for the option of a cab or a bus (easily available) to reach Sonprayag. Then, take a bus or taxi for Gaurikund, 5 km away from Sonprayag. The ride will take probably 15 to 20 minutes. This is the last road head to the temple, the trek route of 16 km starts from Gaurikund.
Depends upon your physical health condition and how the weather is, the trekking generally may take 6 to 8 hours. But you can go for helicopter or pony service, in case you are not able to trek such long distance.

Destination	Bus Name	Departure Time	Duration Time	Fare
Malerkotla to Chandigarh	PRTC Ordinary	04:50	03 hrs 00 min	₹ 500 onwards
Chandigarh to Dehradun	City Land Travels	02:55	06 hrs 05 min	₹ 588 onwards
Chandigarh to Dehradun	North India Transport	18:05	06 hrs 40 min	₹ 2,000 onwards
Chandigarh to Dehradun	Vijay Tour and Travels	12:15	05 hrs 25 min	₹ 900 onwards
Chandigarh to Dehradun	SHRI KRISHNA TRAVELS	04:45	06 hrs 25 min	₹ 1,000 onwards
Chandigarh to Dehradun	PAL Travel Lines	01:30	06 hrs 40 min	₹ 949 onwards
Dehradun to Sonprayag	Devbhoomi Travels	08:00	11 hrs 30 min	₹ 900 onwards

Malerkotla to Kedarnath via Train

If you are planning to travel by train, take the train from Malerkotla to the nearest railway station to Kedarnath, i.e. Rishikesh railway station. From there, take a bus or taxi to reach Sonprayag, then go to Gaurikund by taxi that is easily available there.

Destination	Train Name	Departure Time	Duration Time	Fare
Malerkotla to Rishikesh	BME RKSH EXP	01:15	08 hrs 28 min	₹ 505 onwards
Malerkotla to Rishikesh	SGNR HW EXP	08:15	06 hrs 55 min	₹ 200 onwards
Malerkotla to Rishikesh	RKSH FESTVL SPL	01:45	07 hrs 55 min	₹ 250 onwards
Malerkotla to Rishikesh	BGP FESTVL SPL	03:30	04 hrs 06 min	₹ 300 onwards

Note : You can also check the availability of another trains by clicking on website.

Malerkotla to Kedarnath by Air

There is no direct flight from Malerkotla to Dehradun. So, you have to take a flight from Chandigarh to Dehradun. After reaching Dehradun, you can take a bus or a cab to Sonprayag, then take another taxi, easily available there, to reach Gaurikund. From there, you can start you trekking.

Destination	Flight Name	Departure Time	Duration Time	Fare
Chandigarh to Dehradun	Alliance Air	10:00	04 hrs 35 min	₹ 6,464
Chandigarh to Dehradun	IndiGo	07:25	07 hrs 10 min	₹ 5,361
Chandigarh to Dehradun	IndiGo	13:15	05 hrs 25 min	₹ 5,713

Note: You can check for other flights available by clicking IRCTC website.

Weather Conditions in Kedarnath Region

Kedarnath temple opens only for 6 months, and the remaining 6 months of the year it remains closed. During summer season, the temperature varies from 10°C to 20° C. During winter season, the cold in hilly area leads to heavy snowfall. May to June or September to October is the best time to visit the temple. It is recommended not to visit during monsoon, because rain continues to a high level that leads to landslides and floods.

Tips while travelling or travelling to Kedarnath

1. Avoid to visit there during monsoon season. The area is prone to floods and landslides due to heavy rain conditions in hilly area.
2. Only Reliance Jio and BSNL sim works there. There is a problem of network.
3. Don’t forget to done your hotel bookings in advance.
4. Make sure to carry your aadhar card or any other ID, raincoat (even if it is not monsoon), medical kit, and some extra power batteries.
5. Carry your light weighted winter wears even if it’s not winter.
6. Avoid to trek during the night time.
7. Carry some cash with you. Online payment may not work due to network problem.

Note: You can also check our group packages and private or individual tour packages.

Other places to explore near Kedarnath

Bhairavnath Temple

Tungnath Temple

Vasuki Tal

Shankaracharya Samadhi

Chandrashila

Chorabari Tal

Triyuginarayan Temple

Mayali Pass Trek

Rudranath Temple

Madhyamaheshwar Temple

Kalpeshwar Temple

Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi

Deoria Taal

FAQs

Q1. When to visit Kedarnath temple?
A1. The best time to visit the temple is from May to June or you can visit from September to October.

Q2. Does there any ATM in Kedarnath?
A2. It is advised to a traveler to put cash in advance if you are planning to go Kedarnath. The area does not have any ATM service.

Q3. How to reach Kedarnath temple if I can’t trek?
A3. You don’t have to worry if you are not able to walk such 16 km trekking distance. You can go for the option of helicopter or simply pony service, easily available there.

Q4. How far is Gaurikund from the temple?
A4. Gaurikund is at a distance of 16 km from the temple.

Q5. Is there any river near Kedarnath?
A5. The region itself located near the Mandakini river.

Q6. What are the other dhams of the Chardhams?
A6. The other dhams are Badrinath, Yamunotri and Gangotri.

Q7. Which flight I have to take if I want to visit Kedarnath?
A7. You have to take flight to reach the airport nearest to the Kedarnath which is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun.

Q8. How much time it requires to trek the route from Gaurikund to Kedarnath temple?
A8. The total trekking route from Gaurikund to the temple is 16 km and it generally takes 6-8 hours to reach.