Dharamshala to Rishikesh

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Dharamshala to Rishikesh Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Hatchback 4pax	Any time	+5h 38m	€175.37
Taxi	TravelODesk India	Comfort 3pax	Any time	+5h	€201.82
Taxi	TravelODesk India	Van 6pax	Any time	+5h	€258.50
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+5h 38m	€239.27
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+5h 38m	€175.47
Bus	City Land Travels	A/C Semi Sleeper	18:05	05:35	€12.64
Bus	Laxmi Holidays	A/C Semi Sleeper	18:30	05:40	€10.69	5.0
Bus	Laxmi Holidays	A/C Semi Sleeper	19:40	07:20	€15.70	5.0
Bus	Laxmi Holidays	A/C Semi Sleeper	20:10	07:50	€11.77	5.0
Bus	Laxmi Holidays	A/C Semi Sleeper	20:30	08:10	€13.97	5.0

How to get from Dharamshala to Rishikesh

When you want to get from Dharamshala to Rishikesh, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 19.42. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 19.42.

How far is Dharamshala from Rishikesh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Dharamshala to Rishikesh. Your trip will be a total of 156 miles (250 km). The flying distance is 156 miles (250 km).

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

The travel time from Dharamshala to Rishikesh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 27 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Dharamshala to Rishikesh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Laxmi Holidays: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 19.42 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as EUR 19.42.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Dharamshala to Rishikesh:

Bus tickets - EUR 19.42 to EUR 19.42;
flight price: EUR 149.96 - EUR 179.19. From Dharamshala to Rishikesh starting from 09:55 Kangra Airport until 12:40 Kangra Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 87.41 to EUR 246.47.

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

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Buses start plying the route from 19:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Dharamshala to Rishikesh is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Dharamshala to Rishikesh. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as EUR 87.41.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Dharamshala to Rishikesh

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Dharamshala to Rishikesh? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

90% decided to go for a bus.
10% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Dharamshala to Rishikesh

Buses

€ 19.42
Flights

€ 149.96
Taxis

€ 87.41
Trains are not available
Ferries are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Dharamshala to Rishikesh

Cheapest Transport	€20
Fastest Transport	5h
Earliest Departure	9:55 AM
Latest Departure	7:00 PM
Departures per day	1
Distance	250 kilometers
Transport Companies	Air India, IndiGo, Laxmi Holidays, SpiceJet, TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India

Dharamshala to Rishikesh