Uttarkashi to Kedarnath Distance

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

Uttarkashi to Kedarnath Distance

The distance between Uttarkashi and Gaurikund is approximately 237 kilometers.

How to Reach Kedarnath from Uttarkashi?

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

• Uttarkashi to Kedarnath distance By Road
• Uttarkashi to Kedarnath distance By train   
• Uttarkashi to Kedarnath distance By Air

Uttarkashi to Kedarnath by Road

To travel from Uttarkashi to Kedarnath by road, you can follow the following routes:

Route 1

Uttarkashi – Guptkashi – Gaurikund – Kedarnath

This route is approximately 244 kilometers long. From Uttarkashi, you would head towards Guptkashi, which is around 141 kilometers away. From Guptkashi, proceed to Gaurikund, which is approximately 70 kilometers further.

Gaurikund serves as the base camp for the trek to Kedarnath, and from there, you can trek for around 16 kilometers to reach Kedarnath.

Route 2

Uttarkashi – Srinagar – Rudraprayag – Guptkashi – Gaurikund – Kedarnath

This alternate route is approximately 285 kilometers long. From Uttarkashi, you would head toward Srinagar, which is around 78 kilometers away. From Srinagar, continue towards Rudraprayag, which is about 67 kilometers further. From Rudraprayag, proceed towards Guptkashi, which is approximately 43 kilometers away.

From Guptkashi, you would travel to Gaurikund, which is around 55 kilometers further. Finally, from Gaurikund, you can trek for around 16 kilometers to reach Kedarnath. Both routes offer scenic views of the Himalayan mountains and beautiful landscapes.

It’s advisable to check the current road conditions and weather before embarking on the journey, as certain stretches of the routes might be affected by seasonal variations or road construction activities.

Uttarkashi to Rudraprayag by Bus

There are regular bus services available from Uttarkashi to Rudraprayag. Uttarkashi has a bus stand from where you can find buses heading towards Rudraprayag.

The distance between Uttarkashi and Rudraprayag is approximately 172 kilometers, and the journey usually takes around 6-7 hours, depending on the road conditions and traffic.

Uttarkashi to Kedarnath Trains

There are no direct train services available from Uttarkashi to Kedarnath. Kedarnath does not have a railway station, and the nearest railway station to Kedarnath is Rishikesh Railway Station or Haridwar Junction, which is approximately 235 kilometers (146 miles) away from Uttarkashi.

• From Uttarkashi, you would need to travel by road to reach Haridwar Junction.
• Once you reach Haridwar, you can explore the following options to reach Kedarnath:
• From Haridwar, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Gaurikund, which is the base point for the trek to Kedarnath.

The distance between Haridwar and Gaurikund is approximately 212 kilometers (132 miles). From Gaurikund, you would need to trek for about 16 kilometers to reach the Kedarnath Temple.

Uttarkashi to Kedarnath Flight

There are no direct flights available from Uttarkashi to Kedarnath as neither Uttarkashi nor Kedarnath has airports.

The nearest airport to Kedarnath is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is approximately 239 kilometers (149 miles) away from Uttarkashi. However, helicopter services are available from Phata, which is closer to Kedarnath.

Here’s a possible route:

Uttarkashi to Phata: From Uttarkashi, you will need to continue your journey by road to Phata. The distance between Uttarkashi and Phata is approximately 250 kilometers (155 miles). You can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Phata.

Phata to Kedarnath by Helicopter: At Phata, you can board a helicopter service that operates between Phata and Kedarnath. The helicopter ride from Phata to Kedarnath takes approximately 10-15 minutes and is subject to weather conditions and availability.

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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