Solan to Kedarnath Distance & Journey– Complete Guide
The distance from Solan to Kedarnath temple is 513 km by road. Solan to Kedarnath distance by flight is 189 km. Solan to Kedarnath distance by train is 242 km. Ticket prices and more details are on this page.
About Solan
The administrative center of the Solan district is located in the city of Solan in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is 45.5 kilometers south of Shimla, the state capital. Solan is 1,550 meters above sea level on average. On National Highway 5 between Chandigarh and Shimla, the city is located.
About Kedarnath Temple Uttrakhand
The Kedarnath Temple is the greatest revered and sacred Hindu temple located on the Garhwal Himalayan Range in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. This temple is a part of the Chhota Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, the highest of the 12 Jyotirlingas, is situated at an altitude of 3,583 meters. Lakhs of devotees visit the Kedarnath temple every year, situated amidst snow-capped and high mountains in front of the Mandakini river.
The temple is 239km (150 miles) from Haridwar and Solan, it is 270 km.
Distance from Solan to Kedarnath is set at 513 km via Road.
Distance from Solan -> Shimla Airport -> Jolly Grant Airport -> via road to Doon Helipad -> Kedarnath is set at 189 km via Flight.
Distance from Solan -> Chandigarh Railway Station -> Rishikesh Railway Station -> Kedarnath is set at 242 KM via Train.
By your Vehicle
You can head from Solan > Nahan > Paonta sahib > Dehradun > Haridwar > Rishikesh > Devprayag > Rudraprayag > Guptkashi > Sonprayag > Kedarnath. It would be a journey of about 513 km by road.
Note– Kedarnath can be reached from Haridwar via NH 34, NH 7, and NH 107.
By Public Transport – BUS Service
Solan to Kedarnath distance by bus
Bus Service from Solan to Shimla
| S.No |
BUS |
DEPARTURE TIME | DURATION | PRICE |
| 1. | Zingbus | 05:25 am | 1h 20m | ₹333 |
| 2. | IntrCity SmartBus | 05:55 am | 1h 40m | ₹149 |
Bus Service From Shimla to Dehradun
| S.No. | BUS | DEPARTURE TIME | DURATION | PRICE |
| 1. | HRTC | 10:30 am | 8hr 45mins | ₹496 |
| 2. | HRTC | 9:30 am | 8hr 30mins | ₹496 |
Bus Service from Dehradun to haridwar
| S.No. | BUS | DEPARTURE TIME | DURATION | PRICE |
| 1. | City Connect Express | 01:00 pm | 1hr 25mins | ₹540 |
| 2. | Laxmi Holidays | 12:55 am | 1hr 55mins | ₹270 |
| 3. | Zingbus | 05:00 pm | 1hr 40mins | ₹140 |
Bus service from Haridwar to Guptkashi
| S.No. | BUS | DEPARTURE TIME | DURATION | PRICE |
| 1. | DevBhoomi Travels | 9:00 am | 7hr | ₹850 |
| 2. | DevBhoomi Travels | 5:00 am | 9hr | ₹850 |
| 2. | YATAYAT CORPORATION | 9:00 am | 6hr | ₹800 |
| 3. | YATAYAT CORPORATION | 5:15 am | 6hr | ₹800 |
Note –There are many more buses please check once before coming.
After coming to Guptkashi, you have to go to Sonprayag about 30 km by vehicle or bus taxi. From Sonprayag you have to go to Gaurikund by 6 km taxi or by your vehicle, after that Kedarnath has to go 16 km on foot or horse ride.
Note – You can’t take the vehicle after Gaurikund, after that you have to walk 16 km, those who can’t walk can go by palki or horse ride.
By Air Solan to Kedarnath Distance:
Distance from Solan -> Chandigarh Airport -> Delhi Airport -> via road Kedarnath is set at 235km via Flight.
Note- There is no direct flight from Solan to Kedarnath. From Solan 1st you need to travel to -> Chandigarh Airport from there you can take a flight to Delhi.
Solan to Kedarnath distance by flight
Flight from Chandigarh to Delhi
| S.No. | Flight | Departure | Duration | Fare |
| 1. | Alliance Air | 7:50 pm | 1hr 10min | ₹2499 |
| 2. | IndiGo | 3:35 pm | 55min | ₹3134 |
| 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 |
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/.
Note – Be aware that you can check out different flights before making your reservation.
By Train Solan to Kedarnath Distance:
There is no direct train from Solan to Kedarnath
First, you have to go from Solan to Chandigarh.
Train from Solan to Haridwar
| S.No. | Train | Departure | Duration | Fare / Class |
| 1. | Hemkunt Express | 2:30 am | 5h 9min | (₹180 / SL)
(₹505 / 3A) (₹710 / 2A) |
| 2. | Asr Ddn Express | 2:43 am | 5h 16min | (₹170 / SL)
(₹505 / 3A) (₹710 / 2A) |
Note – There are many trains which you can check before booking.
Weather in Kedarnath
Weather information in Kedarnath
The weather in Kedarnath is rough. It snows here mostly because it is in the Himalayas. You must be prepared for all weather while traveling to Kedarnath.
May to June Temperature: 10°C to 15°C
September to November: 5o°C to -10°C
Travel Tips for Mandi to Kedarnath temple
The best months to travel to Kedarnath are May through June and then September through October. Should not go in rainy season as the route is prone to landslides
Be sure to take clothes to protect yourself from the cold.
Bring hiking boots with you.
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 do I get from Solan to Kedarnath?
A2. The quickest route from Solan to Kedarnath takes a taxi to New Delhi, a bus to Haldwani, and finally a taxi to Kedarnath, taking 20 hours and 1 minute. It takes 23 hours and 23 minutes to go from Solan to Kedarnath by bus to Delhi, bus to Haldwani, and finally by taxi.
Q3. Which month is best for Kedarnath trip?
A3. The summer, when temperatures are moderate and range between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius, is the best moment to visit Kedarnath. The day is lovely due to the warm sun and the soft, cooling breeze.
Q4. Which time is snowfall in Kedarnath?
A4. The winter season in Kedarnath starts in November and lasts until April. This time of year is not ideal for visiting because of the blocked tracks to Kedarnath caused by the heavy snowfall. As a result, the Kedarnath Temple is shuttered throughout the winter.
Q5. Is the Kedarnath trip difficult?
A5. The 18-kilometer Kedarnath Trek requires a respectable level of physical condition as it is a moderate to challenging hike. The walk should ideally begin at 4:30 am so you can finish it by 2 pm.
