Ghaziabad to Kedarnath Distance

Here is a guide on how to reach Kedarnath from Ghaziabad. Know more about Ghaziabad To Kedarnath Distance by road, train, and by Flight.

Ghaziabad to Kedarnath Distance

The distance between Ghaziabad and Kedarnath is approximately 373 kilometers (232 miles). Like Shimla, there is no direct road connection between Ghaziabad and Kedarnath.

The common route is to travel from Ghaziabad to Rishikesh by road, and then proceed to Gaurikund by either train or road transport. From Gaurikund, you will need to trek for around 16 kilometers (10 miles) to reach Kedarnath.

How to Reach Kedarnath from Ghaziabad?

There are various modes of transport to visit Kedarnath from Ghaziabad.

• Ghaziabad to Kedarnath By Road
• Ghaziabad to Kedarnath By train   
• Ghaziabad to Kedarnath By Air

Ghaziabad to Kedarnath by Road

To travel from Ghaziabad to Kedarnath by road, you can follow the following route options. Please note that the route includes both driving and trekking portions:

Route 1

Ghaziabad to Kedarnath via Rishikesh

Ghaziabad to Rishikesh

Start by driving from Ghaziabad to Rishikesh, which is approximately 240 kilometers (149 miles) via NH334 and NH534. The journey usually takes around 6-7 hours, depending on traffic conditions.

Rishikesh to Gaurikund (Kedarnath Base Camp)

From Rishikesh, you will need to travel to Gaurikund, the base camp for the trek to Kedarnath. Gaurikund is approximately 210 kilometers (130 miles) from Rishikesh, and it takes around 8-9 hours to reach by road.

Gaurikund to Kedarnath

Once you reach Gaurikund, you will begin the trek to Kedarnath. The trekking distance is approximately 16 kilometers (10 miles), and it usually takes around 6-8 hours to complete, depending on your pace and weather conditions.

Ghaziabad to Kedarnath Trains

There is no direct train connection from Ghaziabad to Kedarnath as Kedarnath does not have a railway station. To reach Kedarnath from Ghaziabad, you would need to consider a combination of trains and other modes of transportation.

The nearest major railway station to Kedarnath is Haridwar. From Ghaziabad, you can take a train to Haridwar and then proceed further to Kedarnath. Some popular trains that connect Ghaziabad to Haridwar include:

• Dehradun Express (Train No. 19019/19020)
• Haridwar Mail (Train No. 14003/14004)
• Yoga Express (Train No. 19031/19032)
• Mussoorie Express (Train No. 14041/14042)

These trains run between Ghaziabad and Haridwar, and the journey typically takes around 3-4 hours, depending on the train and schedule.

After reaching Haridwar, you will need to take other modes of transportation like buses or taxis to reach Gaurikund, which serves as the base camp for the trek to Kedarnath. From Gaurikund, you will need to trek for approximately 16 kilometers (10 miles) to reach Kedarnath.

Ghaziabad to Kedarnath Flight

There are no direct flights from Ghaziabad to Kedarnath as Kedarnath does not have an airport. The nearest airport to Kedarnath is the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. From Dehradun, you can opt for other modes of transportation to reach Kedarnath.

To travel from Ghaziabad to Dehradun by air, you can book a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI Airport) in Delhi to Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun. Several airlines operate flights on this route with multiple daily flights.

Once you reach Dehradun, you will need to continue your journey to Kedarnath by road. You can take a taxi or a bus from Dehradun to reach Gaurikund, which serves as the base camp for the trek to Kedarnath. From Gaurikund, you will need to trek for approximately 16 kilometers (10 miles) to reach the holy town of Kedarnath.

It is advisable to check flight availability, and schedules, and make necessary bookings in advance. Also, ensure to check the current weather and trekking conditions before planning your trip to Kedarnath.

Kedarnath Distance from Major Cities

Note: This distance is directly from the Kedarnath Temple including the Kedarnath Trek which comes after Gaurikund in Rudraprayag.

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