{"id":40592,"date":"2026-01-20T03:07:11","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T03:07:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/?p=40592"},"modified":"2026-01-20T03:22:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T03:22:06","slug":"rishikesh-to-ukhimath-distance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/rishikesh-to-ukhimath-distance\/","title":{"rendered":"Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance, Bus Fare &#038; Timings: Travel Guide, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"118\">Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance, Bus Fare &amp; Timings: Travel Guide, 2026<\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"529\">Traveling from <strong data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"176\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Rishikesh<\/span><\/span><\/strong> to <strong data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"221\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Ukhimath<\/span><\/span><\/strong> is a common route for pilgrims and travelers heading towards <strong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"335\">Kedarnath, Chopta, Tungnath, and Madhyamaheshwar<\/strong>. This detailed travel guide covers <strong data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"463\">distance, bus timings, bus fare, taxi fare, and return travel from Ukhimath to Rishikesh<\/strong>, helping you plan a smooth journey through the Garhwal Himalayas.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"534\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"577\">Overview: <span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance<\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"577\">Distance Between Rishikesh to Ukhimath<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"689\">The <strong data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"626\">distance between Rishikesh and Ukhimath<\/strong> is approximately <strong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"658\">175\u2013180 km<\/strong>, depending on the route taken.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"813\">\n<li data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"721\">\n<p data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"721\"><strong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"709\">Travel Time:<\/strong> 6\u20138 hours<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"813\">\n<p data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"813\"><strong data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"734\">Route:<\/strong><br data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"737\" \/>Rishikesh \u2192 Devprayag \u2192 Srinagar Garhwal \u2192 Rudraprayag \u2192 Kund \u2192 Ukhimath<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"924\">The journey is scenic but slow due to <strong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"923\">mountain roads, hairpin bends, and traffic near pilgrimage seasons<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"929\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"959\">Rishikesh to Ukhimath Bus<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1078\">Traveling by <strong data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1008\">bus from Rishikesh to Ukhimath<\/strong> is the most economical option and widely used by locals and pilgrims.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1092\">Bus Type<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1202\">\n<li data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1115\">\n<p data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1115\"><strong data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1115\">UTC \/ GMOU buses<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1158\">\n<p data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1158\">Mostly <strong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1158\">ordinary or semi-deluxe buses<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1202\">\n<p data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1202\">No direct Volvo or luxury buses available<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1207\" \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36109\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36109\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36109 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Holy-Land-of-Divinity\u2013-Ukhimath-and-Joshimath.jpg\" alt=\"Ukhimath\" width=\"960\" height=\"719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Holy-Land-of-Divinity\u2013-Ukhimath-and-Joshimath.jpg 960w, https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Holy-Land-of-Divinity\u2013-Ukhimath-and-Joshimath-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/The-Holy-Land-of-Divinity\u2013-Ukhimath-and-Joshimath-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36109\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ukhimath<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1245\">Rishikesh to Ukhimath Bus Timings<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1297\">\ud83d\ude8c Rishikesh to Ukhimath Bus Timings (Approx.)<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1412\">\n<li data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1339\">\n<p data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1339\"><strong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1319\">Early Morning:<\/strong> 5:00 AM \u2013 6:00 AM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1374\">\n<p data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1374\"><strong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1354\">Morning:<\/strong> 7:00 AM \u2013 9:00 AM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1412\">\n<p data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1412\"><strong data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1391\">Afternoon:<\/strong> 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1506\">\u26a0\ufe0f Most buses <strong data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1462\">do not run late in the evening<\/strong>, so starting early is strongly recommended.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1511\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1572\">Bus Timings from Rishikesh to Ukhimath (Via Rudraprayag)<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1632\">Some buses run <strong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1608\">via <a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/rudraprayag-sangam\/\">Rudraprayag<\/a><\/strong>, where you may need to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1687\">\n<li data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1649\">\n<p data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1649\">Change buses<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1687\">\n<p data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1687\">Or take a shared jeep to Ukhimath<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1744\">This is common and usually does not cause major delays.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1749\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1802\">Rishikesh to Ukhimath Bus Timetable (Indicative)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1976\">\n<thead data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1850\">\n<tr data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1850\">\n<th data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1828\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Departure (Rishikesh)<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1850\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Arrival (Ukhimath)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1976\">\n<tr data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1922\">\n<td data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1906\" data-col-size=\"sm\">5:30 AM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1922\">1:30\u20132:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1949\">\n<td data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1933\" data-col-size=\"sm\">7:00 AM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1949\">3:00\u20134:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1976\">\n<td data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1960\" data-col-size=\"sm\">9:00 AM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1976\">5:00\u20136:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2026\">\u23f1 Timings vary with road and weather conditions.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2031\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2066\">Rishikesh to Ukhimath Bus Fare<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2115\">\ud83d\udcb0 Rishikesh to Ukhimath Bus Fare (Approx.)<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2187\">\n<li data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2150\">\n<p data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2150\"><strong data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2136\">Ordinary Bus:<\/strong> \u20b9450 \u2013 \u20b9550<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2187\">\n<p data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2187\"><strong data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2173\">Semi-Deluxe Bus:<\/strong> \u20b9550 \u2013 \u20b9650<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2248\">Bus fares are affordable but expect <strong data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2242\">basic comfort<\/strong> only.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2253\" \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36407\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36407\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36407 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Sari-Village-Ukhimath.jpg\" alt=\"Sari Village Ukhimath\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Sari-Village-Ukhimath.jpg 600w, https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Sari-Village-Ukhimath-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36407\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sari Village Ukhimath<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2289\">Rishikesh to Ukhimath Taxi Fare<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2372\">If comfort, flexibility, or time-saving is a priority, taxis are a better option.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2422\">\ud83d\ude96 Rishikesh to Ukhimath Taxi Fare (Approx.)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2575\">\n<thead data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2457\">\n<tr data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2457\">\n<th data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2439\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Vehicle Type<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2457\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Fare (One Way)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2575\">\n<tr data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2521\">\n<td data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2502\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Hatchback<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2521\" data-col-size=\"sm\">\u20b94,500 \u2013 \u20b95,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2549\">\n<td data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2530\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Sedan<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2549\" data-col-size=\"sm\">\u20b95,500 \u2013 \u20b96,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2575\">\n<td data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2556\" data-col-size=\"sm\">SUV<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2575\" data-col-size=\"sm\">\u20b97,000 \u2013 \u20b99,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2665\">\n<li data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2607\">\n<p data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2607\"><strong data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2595\">Travel Time:<\/strong> 6\u20137 hours<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2665\">\n<p data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2665\">Ideal for families, elderly pilgrims, or small groups<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2670\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2713\">Ukhimath to Rishikesh (Return Journey)<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2783\">The <strong data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2744\">Ukhimath to Rishikesh<\/strong> return journey follows the same route.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2810\">Bus Timings (Approx.)<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2886\">\n<li data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2851\">\n<p data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2851\"><strong data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2831\">Early Morning:<\/strong> 5:00 AM \u2013 6:00 AM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2886\">\n<p data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"2886\"><strong data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"2866\">Morning:<\/strong> 7:00 AM \u2013 9:00 AM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2888\" data-end=\"2974\">\ud83d\udd14 Buses from Ukhimath are fewer, so reaching <strong data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"2955\">Rudraprayag early<\/strong> increases options.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"2979\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"3025\">Best Time to Travel Rishikesh to Ukhimath<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3207\">\n<li data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3079\">\n<p data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3079\"><strong data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3045\">Best Months:<\/strong> April\u2013June &amp; September\u2013November<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3140\">\n<p data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3140\"><strong data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3092\">Avoid:<\/strong> Heavy monsoon (July\u2013August) due to landslides<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3207\">\n<p data-start=\"3143\" data-end=\"3207\"><strong data-start=\"3143\" data-end=\"3154\">Winter:<\/strong> Cold but accessible; snowfall possible near Chopta<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3212\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3254\">Travel Tips for Rishikesh to Ukhimath<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3494\">\n<li data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3288\">\n<p data-start=\"3258\" data-end=\"3288\">Start <strong data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3288\">early in the morning<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3289\" data-end=\"3338\">\n<p data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3338\">Keep <strong data-start=\"3296\" data-end=\"3311\">buffer time<\/strong> during pilgrimage season<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3386\">\n<p data-start=\"3341\" data-end=\"3386\">Carry snacks and water (limited food stops)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3387\" data-end=\"3427\">\n<p data-start=\"3389\" data-end=\"3427\">Avoid night travel on mountain roads<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3428\" data-end=\"3494\">\n<p data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3494\">Shared jeeps from <strong data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3471\">Rudraprayag or Kund<\/strong> are easily available<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3499\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3518\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3520\" data-end=\"3827\">The journey from <strong data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3562\">Rishikesh to Ukhimath<\/strong> is more than just a commute\u2014it\u2019s a <strong data-start=\"3598\" data-end=\"3640\">gateway to sacred Garhwal destinations<\/strong> and pristine Himalayan landscapes. Whether you choose a <strong data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3720\">budget-friendly bus<\/strong> or a <strong data-start=\"3726\" data-end=\"3746\">comfortable taxi<\/strong>, proper planning of distance, bus timings, and fares ensures a hassle-free trip.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3829\" data-end=\"4008\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">If you\u2019re heading toward <strong data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"3888\">Kedarnath, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tungnath\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tungnath,<\/a> or Chopta<\/strong>, Ukhimath is the perfect base\u2014and Rishikesh is the ideal starting point for this unforgettable Himalayan journey.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3829\" data-end=\"4008\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rishikesh to Ukhimath Distance, Bus Fare &amp; Timings: Travel Guide, 2026 Traveling from Rishikesh to Ukhimath is a common route for pilgrims and travelers heading towards Kedarnath, Chopta, Tungnath, and Madhyamaheshwar. This detailed travel guide covers distance, bus timings, bus fare, taxi fare, and return travel from Ukhimath to Rishikesh, helping you plan a smooth [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":40990,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-40592","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40592","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=40592"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40592\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":40992,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40592\/revisions\/40992"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/40990"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=40592"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=40592"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=40592"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}