Rishikesh to Haridwar travel is possible by road, bus or train. Bus routes connect the two cities, and Indian Railways provides a search for reserved-train schedules; check current services before you travel.
- Road: Traffic on the road to Rishikesh increases during Kanwar Yatra and Char Dham Yatra.
- Bus: Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC) operates routes between Rishikesh and Haridwar.
- Train: Use Indian Railways’ Passenger Reservation Enquiry schedule search to check reserved-train services.
How Far Is Haridwar from Rishikesh?
Haridwar is a day-trip destination from Rishikesh, with road travel connecting the two cities. The Government of India has noted that traffic increases on the Bhaniyawala–Ranipokhari–Rishikesh road during Kanwar Yatra and Char Dham Yatra, so allow flexibility if your plans coincide with either pilgrimage period.
Haridwar’s riverfront is one of the city’s landmarks; for ideas on places to visit during your time there, browse things to do in Haridwar on a day trip.
Taking the Train
Check Indian Railways’ Passenger Reservation Enquiry site for train schedules between Rishikesh and Haridwar. Its schedule search covers reserved trains defined in the Passenger Reservation System, so confirm that the service you need appears there before planning around it.
Use the schedule search to check your intended travel date and departure options. Confirm the service and its timing through the official search before you travel.
Taking a Bus
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UTC operates routes between Rishikesh and Haridwar, including services via AIMS Rishikesh and via Chilla. The public-sector passenger road transport corporation serves Uttarakhand and adjoining states in North India, and has depots in both Rishikesh and Haridwar.
UTC’s online portal offers a “Search & Book” service: select your departure and destination stations and a departure date to look for a bus. The portal also provides timetables, bus tracking, ticket cancellation and PNR or ticket-status services. For current departures, check the official site before you go.
If you reserve online, UTC says reservations close before the proposed journey date and scheduled departure time; its notice does not give a specific lead time. Be ready to show the conductor an identity document. Examples include a driving licence, voter ID, passport, PAN card and Aadhaar card.
Going by Road
Road travel is one way to go between Rishikesh and Haridwar. Traffic increases on the Bhaniyawala–Ranipokhari–Rishikesh road during Kanwar Yatra and Char Dham Yatra, so allow flexibility when planning around those periods.
Check the official site before you go for current road conditions.
Planning a Return Trip
For a return journey, search again for the direction and date you need rather than relying on an earlier outbound schedule. UTC’s booking portal lets you select departure and destination stations, while its timetable and tracking services can help you check bus details.
For rail, use the Passenger Reservation Enquiry schedule search to verify reserved-train options for your return date. Hotel Raj Palace is in Rishikesh, and Raj Palace, a three-star hotel, is a starting point for planning local transport.
FAQs
Can you take a bus from Rishikesh to Haridwar?
Yes. UTC operates routes between the cities, including services via AIMS Rishikesh and via Chilla. Check its portal for current departures.
How can you check trains from Rishikesh to Haridwar?
Search the Indian Railways Passenger Reservation Enquiry site for reserved-train schedules. Confirm the service and timing for your intended date.
What ID should you carry on a UTC bus?
UTC says passengers should show the conductor an identity document. Examples include a driving licence, voter ID, passport, PAN card or Aadhaar card.