Chandigarh to Rishikesh

Chandigarh to Rishikesh

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Chandigarh to Rishikesh Schedule

Chandigarh to Rishikesh Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Vijay Tour and Travels AC Seater 01:00 - 05:40₹ 1,040
City Land Travels AC Seater 03:00 - 07:20₹ 1,132
Laxmi Holidays AC Seater 04:30 - 09:55₹ 1,432
IndiGo Economy 06:55 - 17:40₹ 10,180
Air Vistara Economy 15:30 - 14:45₹ 11,203
Air Vistara Economy 18:50 - 14:45₹ 7,104
Vgo Bus AC Sleeper 23:15 - 04:45₹ 2,310

Transportation from Chandigarh to Rishikesh

Facts about the transport from Chandigarh to Rishikesh

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport2h 40m
Earliest Departure12:45 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day8
Distance134 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Vistara, City Land Travels, Indian Railways, Jai Shree Ganesh Yatra, Laxmi Holidays, TravelODesk India, Vijay Tour and Travels, Zimindara Travels

How to get from Chandigarh to Rishikesh

Travelling between Chandigarh and Rishikesh is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 20.08 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 11.06.

How long does it take to get from Chandigarh to Rishikesh?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 8 hours to travel between Chandigarh and Rishikesh depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Chandigarh and Rishikesh. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h 40m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 7h 50m to reach Rishikesh.

How much does it cost to get from Chandigarh to Rishikesh?

Travelling between Chandigarh and Rishikesh can be as cheap as USD 11.06 if you opt for a Zimindara Travels bus and as expensive as USD 20.08 if you buy a City Land Travels Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Chandigarh and Rishikesh ?

  • 8 from Chandigarh to Rishikesh starting from 00:45 Chandigarh until 23:00 Chandigarh

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chandigarh to Rishikesh.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Chandigarh to Rishikesh overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Chandigarh and Rishikesh

City Land Travels, Jai Shree Ganesh Yatra, Laxmi Holidays, Vijay Tour and Travels, Zimindara Travels

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Chandigarh and Rishikesh

TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Chandigarh to Rishikesh?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 79% opted for a bus
  • 21% took a train