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The straight-line distance from New Delhi to Rishikesh is approximately 193 km (120 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 243 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Delhi to Uttarakhand.
Rishikesh does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Dehra Dun (DED). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects New Delhi and Rishikesh with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 4 hrs 25 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the New Delhi to Rishikesh route. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 24 min covering ~243 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from New Delhi to Rishikesh covers approximately 243 km and takes around 3 hrs 28 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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