Jammu to Kedarnath distance

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

Jammu to Kedarnath Distance

The distance between Jammu, and Kedarnath, is approximately 629 kilometers (391 miles). There is no direct road connection between Jammu and Kedarnath.

The common route is to travel from Jammu to Rishikesh by road or train, 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 Jammu?

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

• Jammu to Kedarnath By Road
• Jammu to Kedarnath By train   
• Jammu to Kedarnath By Air

Jammu to Kedarnath by Road

Traveling from Jammu to Kedarnath by road is a long journey that involves multiple route options. Here’s a suggested route with the major cities and towns along the way:

Route 1

Jammu to Kedarnath via Rishikesh

Jammu to Pathankot: Start by driving from Jammu to Pathankot, which is approximately 100 kilometers (62 miles) via NH44. The journey usually takes around 2-3 hours, depending on traffic conditions.

Pathankot to Rishikesh: From Pathankot, continue driving towards Rishikesh via NH44 and NH503. The distance between Pathankot and Rishikesh is approximately 240 kilometers (149 miles), and it takes around 6-7 hours to reach Rishikesh, depending on the traffic and road conditions.

Rishikesh to Gaurikund (Kedarnath Base Camp): From Rishikesh, you will need to travel to Gaurikund, which serves as 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.

Jammu to Kedarnath Trains

There are no direct train connections from Jammu to Kedarnath as Kedarnath does not have a railway station.

To reach Kedarnath from Jammu, you would need to consider a combination of trains and other modes of transportation. The nearest major railway station to Kedarnath is Haridwar. From Jammu, you can take a train to Haridwar and then proceed further to Kedarnath.

Some popular trains that connect Jammu to Haridwar include:

• Jammu Tawi Haridwar Express (Train No. 14609/14610)
• Shri Shakti Express (Train No. 22461/22462)
• Hemkunt Express (Train No. 14609/14610)

These trains run between Jammu and Haridwar, and the journey typically takes around 7-8 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.

Jammu to Kedarnath Flight

There are no direct flights from Jammu 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 Jammu to Dehradun by air, you can book a flight from Jammu Airport (also known as Satwari Airport) 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.

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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