Panipat to Kedarnath Distance

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

Panipat to Kedarnath Distance

The distance between Panipat (Haryana) and Kedarnath (Uttarakhand), is approximately 441 kilometers (274 miles). Similar to other locations mentioned earlier, there is no direct road connection between Panipat and Kedarnath.

The usual route is to travel from Panipat to Rishikesh by road or train, and then proceed to Gaurikund by either train or road transport. From Gaurikund, you will need to undertake a trek of around 16 kilometers (10 miles) to reach the sacred town of Kedarnath.

How to Reach Kedarnath from Panipat?

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

• Panipat to Kedarnath By Road
• Panipat to Kedarnath By train   
• Panipat to Kedarnath By Air

Panipat to Kedarnath by Road

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

Route 1

Panipat to Kedarnath via Rishikesh

Panipat to Rishikesh: Start by driving from Panipat to Rishikesh, which is approximately 270 kilometers (168 miles) via NH44 and NH334. 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.

Please note that road conditions and accessibility to Kedarnath can vary, especially during the winter season when the region is covered in heavy snow. It is advisable to check the current conditions, plan your trip accordingly, and make necessary arrangements for accommodations and trekking permits before embarking on the journey.

Route 2

Panipat to Kedarnath via Delhi

Alternatively, you can also consider the route from Panipat to Kedarnath via Delhi. This route is longer but provides an additional option for travel:

Panipat to Delhi: Start by driving from Panipat to Delhi, which is approximately 90 kilometers (56 miles) via NH44 or NH9. The travel time depends on traffic conditions.

Delhi to Rishikesh: From Delhi, travel to Rishikesh via NH334 or NH534, as mentioned earlier. The distance is approximately 230 kilometers (143 miles), and it takes around 6-7 hours to reach by road.

Rishikesh to Gaurikund to Kedarnath: Follow the same route as mentioned in Route 1, from Rishikesh to Gaurikund, and then trek to Kedarnath.

Panipat to Kedarnath Trains

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

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

Some popular trains that connect Panipat to Haridwar include:

• Hemkunt Express (Train No. 14609/14610)
• Dehradun Express (Train No. 19019/19020)
• Haridwar Mail (Train No. 14003/14004)

These trains run between Panipat and Haridwar, and the journey typically takes around 4-5 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.

Panipat to Kedarnath Flight

There are no direct flights from Panipat 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 Panipat 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.

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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