Kedarnath is approximately at a distance of 1,743 Km from Mumbai. Travelers from the city often get puzzled as to how to cover this Kedarnath from Mumbai journey and end up cancelling or postponing the trip. But, not anymore!
We have got you this informative article that covers the transportation modes, the entire route map to be followed as well as the places for halts and a few travel tips for this spiritual tour to Kedarnath from Mumbai which will help you curate a solid Itinerary for the yatra.
For gaining deeper insight, read this article till the very end.
How to Reach
To reach Kedarnath from Mumbai, you have numerous options to prefer. It only depends on your time availability, affordability and luxuries you want.
Here are the modes you can choose to travel with:
By Train
If you desire to travel by railways, board a train from Mumbai to either Rishikesh or Haridwar and it may take 24-26 hours. On reaching, you can start your journey to Gaurikund, the base camp of Kedarnath.
From Gaurikund, you can either choose to trek or take a helicopter ride to the shrine.
By Flight
For luxury and comfort travel, the flight option is the best. The nearest airport to Kedarnath is in Dehradun which has direct flights from Mumbai. It takes about 3-4 hours only.
From Dehradun, proceed towards Gaurikund by road and then follow the same pattern.
By Road
There are connectivity of roads from Mumbai to Kedarnath, but they are too lengthy and tiring to cover.
But, if you’re someone who enjoys road travel, this is the most perfect way. The journey will take around 3-4 days with several stops.
Major stops will be:
- Mumbai
- Ahmedabad
- Udaipur
- Jaipur
- Delhi
- Haridwar /Rishikesh
- Rudraprayag
- Gaurikund
- Kedarnath
Route Map
Kedarnath is settled across the mountainous region of Uttarakhand. And hence, you may not find a direct route to reach the gateway of the temple.
If talking about its general route map starting from Mumbai, it goes like:
Mumbai → Haridwar/ Rishikesh → Devprayag → Srinagar → Augustmuni → Guptkashi → Sonprayag → Gaurikund → Kedarnath Temple
Intermediate Places to Stop
If you’re driving and arriving at Kedarnath via road, these intermediate places offer you brilliant opportunities to stop, eat and rest.
Ahmedabad
A city in Gujarat, known for its marvelous architecture and historical sites and linked with major Gandhi’s movements.
Udaipur
Udaipur is known as the Lake City of Rajasthan, a serene stoppage with numerous heritage hotels, royal palaces and best culinary restaurants.
Jaipur
Another breathtaking viewpoint is Jaipur, also called, “The Pink City”. It’s dotted with both Rajput and Mughal’s architectures.
Delhi
The capital of India, a vibrant city located in the heart of the nation. It has numerous iconic monuments, diverse culture, multiple spiritual centers and more.
Haridwar/Rishikesh
These two cities mark the beginning of the Uttarakhand state. Both are renowned as religious hubs with several temples, ashrams, Dharamshalas, Yoga centers and sacred places.
Rudraprayag
A scenic town, with a confluence point where Alaknanda and Mandakini Rivers meet. This pilgrimage site also serves as the base point of multiple treks including, Chopta and Deoria Tal.
Gaurikund
A small village nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas and is the base camp of the Kedarnath trek. It holds great spiritual significance for the devotees.
Kedarnath
Among the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, where he is in the form of Self-manifestation, Kedarnath is the one situated in the Himalayas.
Thousands of devotees embark on this pilgrimage every year when it’s open for six months. It showcases the importance of Sanatan Dharma and the God which has been significantly there since ages.
Travel Tips
Here are a few travel tips for you to enjoy a smooth and convenient trip and trek to one of the Chota Char Dham of Uttarakhand.
- You must plan in advance. Book your tickets, accommodation and also be done with your registration for the Yatra.
- Do not forget to carry important documents such as, I’d proofs, Passport if NRI, and some passport size photographs.
- Prepare a well-structured itinerary to not experience any troubles and difficulties at end moments.
- Pack some healthy and light snacks for en route consumption.
- Stay hydrated throughout the trek as it is demanding, encompassing through steep ascents, and rocky terrains.
- Before starting your journey, engage in regular exercises and maintain your physical fitness.
- Go through a proper check-up and bring your medications as well.
- Pack your own toiletries and hygiene essentials, but make sure they’re eco-friendly
- Carry enough cash as there are not many ATMs.
- You should also bring high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, hats to save yourself from scorching heat.
- You must download and offline Google route map as well to not strat unnecessarily.
- It’s advisable to start your trek early in the morning to ellude overcrowd and harsh sunlight.
- Plan your trip between May to June or September to October, as they are the ideal times to visit.
Conclusion
Kedarnath is a sacred trip and also the Challenging one. So, it’s better if you do not both yourselves in traveling so much that it starts feeling more tiring even before you start your trek.
To enjoy a memorable spiritual pilgrimage to the temple, we advise you to book an All-inclusive package to avoid further delays, problems, and other miscellaneous issues you face while traveling, staying and with everything else.
However, if you want to travel on your own, the flight mode from Mumbai is the best and convenient option. It doesn’t take much of your time and isn’t that costly.
But even if you do not feel like it, train and road are good options too. Moreover, you get to take pleasure in the entire route scenic beauty that is a hundred percent mesmerizing.
FAQs:
Q-1: What is the most affordable way to travel to Kedarnath from Mumbai?
Ans: Travel via train serves as the cheapest and most affordable way to reach Kedarnath.
Q-2: What is the trekking distance between Gaurikund and Kedarnath temple?
Ans: It’s almost a 16 km of trek to Kedarnath which starts from Gaurikund. And, it takes about 7-8 hours, depending on your pace and the road conditions alike.
Q-3: What are the prices of train tickets from Mumbai to Kedarnath?
Ans: The closest you can reach to Kedarnath via train is Haridwar or Rishikesh. You may find different prices depending on the dates, coach type but minimum is Rs.635 and goes upto Rs.4150.
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