Surat to Kedarnath distance

surat to kedarnath distance

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

Surat to Kedarnath Distance

surat to kedarnath distance

The distance between Surat, Gujarat, and Kedarnath, Uttarakhand, is approximately 1,470 kilometers (913 miles). Please note that this distance is an approximate value and may vary depending on the specific route taken.

How to Reach Kedarnath from Surat?

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

  • Surat to Kedarnath By Road
  • Surat to Kedarnath By train   
  • Surat to Kedarnath By Air

Surat to Kedarnath by Road

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

Route

Surat to Kedarnath via Rishikesh

Surat to Rishikesh

Start by driving from Surat to Rishikesh, which is approximately 1,250 kilometers (777 miles) via NH48 and NH334. The journey usually takes around 22-24 hours, depending on traffic conditions and your pace.

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.

Surat to Kedarnath Trains

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

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

Some popular trains that connect Surat to Haridwar include:

  • Dehradun Express (Train No. 19019/19020)
  • Haridwar Express (Train No. 19031/19032)
  • Yoga Express (Train No. 19031/19032)

These trains run between Surat and Haridwar, and the journey typically takes around 18-20 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.

Surat to Kedarnath Flight

There are no direct flights from Surat 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 Surat to Dehradun by air, you can book a flight from Surat International Airport (STV) to Jolly Grant Airport (DED) 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.

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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