{"id":3551,"date":"2024-02-20T08:08:03","date_gmt":"2024-02-20T08:08:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chardhamhotel.in\/blog\/?p=3551"},"modified":"2026-04-30T05:07:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T05:07:41","slug":"how-to-reach-kedarnath-from-kolkata","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chardhamhotel.in\/blog\/how-to-reach-kedarnath-from-kolkata\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Reach Kedarnath From Kolkata?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kedarnath<\/a> is one of the holiest shrines in Hinduism and one of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva. From Kolkata, the distance is approximately <\/span>1,550 km<\/b> \u2014 and reaching there requires combining at least two or three modes of transport. You can’t take a single bus or train all the way; the last stretch always involves either a 16 km trek or a helicopter.<\/span><\/p>\n

2026 Kedarnath Season<\/a>:<\/b> The temple opened on <\/span>22 April 2026 at 8:00 AM<\/b> (officially confirmed by BKTC). It will close around Bhai Dooj (November 2026). The exact closing date will be announced on Dussehra.<\/span><\/p>\n

This guide covers all practical routes \u2014 by flight, train, and road \u2014 with verified 2026 cost data and honest ground-level advice.<\/span><\/p>\n

Quick Answer: Best Way to Reach Kedarnath from Kolkata<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Mode<\/b><\/th>\nTotal Journey Time<\/b><\/th>\nApprox. Cost<\/b><\/th>\nBest For<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Flight (Kolkata \u2192 Dehradun)<\/span><\/td>\n~2 days total<\/span><\/td>\n\u20b94,000\u2013\u20b910,000 (flight only)<\/span><\/td>\nThose short on time<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Train (Kolkata \u2192 Haridwar)<\/span><\/td>\n~3\u20134 days total<\/span><\/td>\n\u20b9800\u2013\u20b95,000 (train only)<\/span><\/td>\nBudget-conscious pilgrims<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Road (Kolkata \u2192 Haridwar)<\/span><\/td>\n~4\u20135 days total<\/span><\/td>\nVaries by vehicle<\/span><\/td>\nRoad trip enthusiasts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Fastest route:<\/b> Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata) to Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) \u2192 road to Sonprayag \u2192 Gaurikund \u2192 Trek or Helicopter to Kedarnath<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Route 1: Kolkata to Kedarnath by Flight<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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The most time-efficient option \u2014 especially for senior pilgrims or those with limited time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step-by-step:<\/b><\/p>\n

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  1. Fly from <\/span>Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), Kolkata<\/b> to <\/span>Jolly Grant Airport (DED), Dehradun<\/b> \u2014 the nearest airport to Kedarnath, approximately 255 km by road<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. From Dehradun, hire a taxi or take a bus to <\/span>Rishikesh<\/b> (1.5 hrs) or <\/span>Haridwar<\/b> (1.5\u20132 hrs)<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Continue by road to <\/span>Sonprayag<\/b> (approx. 5\u20136 hrs from Haridwar)<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. From Sonprayag, take a shared jeep to <\/span>Gaurikund<\/b> (5 km \u2014 no private vehicles permitted beyond Sonprayag)<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. From Gaurikund: either <\/span>trek 16 km<\/b> to Kedarnath (6\u20138 hours) or take a <\/span>pony\/palki ride<\/b>, or book a <\/span>helicopter<\/b> from nearby helipads<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Flight cost:<\/b> \u20b94,000 to \u20b910,000 one way, depending on airline and booking window.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Tip: Book flights at least 3\u20134 weeks in advance during May\u2013June. Last-minute fares spike sharply.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Route 2: Kolkata to Kedarnath by Train<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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    The most popular option for budget pilgrims \u2014 affordable, comfortable, and connects well to the route.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Step-by-step:<\/b><\/p>\n

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    1. Take a train from <\/span>Howrah or Sealdah Station, Kolkata<\/b> to <\/span>Haridwar<\/b> or <\/span>Rishikesh<\/b> \u2014 the nearest major railway stations to the Kedarnath route (Haridwar is approximately 234 km from Kedarnath)<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. From Haridwar\/Rishikesh, hire a taxi or take a bus to <\/span>Sonprayag<\/b> (approx. 5\u20136 hrs)<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Take a shared jeep from Sonprayag to <\/span>Gaurikund<\/b> (5 km)<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. Trek or take pony\/palki from Gaurikund to Kedarnath<\/a> (16 km)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Train fares (Kolkata to Haridwar):<\/b><\/p>\n