{"id":4255,"date":"2025-02-27T07:25:45","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T07:25:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chardhamhotel.in\/blog\/?p=4255"},"modified":"2026-04-18T05:05:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T05:05:34","slug":"how-to-reach-kedarnath-from-surat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chardhamhotel.in\/blog\/how-to-reach-kedarnath-from-surat\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Reach Kedarnath from Surat"},"content":{"rendered":"

To visit Kedarnath from Surat, whatever information you need is right here in this article.<\/p>\n

Kedarnath<\/a>, the most famous temple of Lord Shiva and an important pilgrimage under the Char Dham circuit<\/a>, is situated in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. This highly spiritual temple of Lord Shiva is nestled in the lap of the Garhwal Himalayas, and so the way to reach Kedarnath is moderately challenging for people living in the plains. Despite the difficult terrain, thousands of devotees commence the Kedarnath Yatra every year.<\/p>\n

If you belong to Surat or nearby towns and have the desire to go on the Yatra from Surat to Kedarnath, read this article till the end.<\/p>\n

Quick Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Detail<\/strong><\/td>\nInfo<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Surat to Kedarnath Distance (Road)<\/td>\nApprox. 1,575 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nearest Railway Station (to Kedarnath)<\/td>\nHaridwar, Dehradun, or Rishikesh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nearest Airport (to Kedarnath)<\/td>\nJolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (~236 km from Gaurikund)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Base Camp for Trek<\/td>\nGaurikund<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Trek Distance<\/td>\n16 km (Gaurikund to Kedarnath Temple)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Best Time to Visit<\/td>\nMay\u2013June and September\u2013October<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Temple Open Season<\/td>\nLate April\/May to November<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Transport Comparison \u2014 Surat to Kedarnath<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Mode<\/strong><\/td>\nTotal Journey Time<\/strong><\/td>\nApprox. Cost<\/strong><\/td>\nBest For<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
By Train<\/td>\n22\u201326 hrs to Haridwar + road<\/td>\nRs 555\u20133,770 (train) + road<\/td>\nBudget-friendly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
By Flight<\/td>\nFlight + 8\u20139 hrs road to base<\/td>\nRs 6,000\u201310,000 (flight) + road<\/td>\nFastest air option<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
By Road<\/td>\n2\u20133 days total<\/td>\nFuel + toll: Rs 12,000\u201320,000<\/td>\nRoad trip lovers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Flight + Helicopter<\/td>\nFlight + heli<\/td>\nRs 6,000 (flight) + Rs 7,000\u20139,000 (heli)<\/td>\nMost comfortable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

\"How<\/p>\n

Top Ways to Visit Kedarnath from Surat<\/h2>\n

Surat, located in western India, is far from Kedarnath in northern Uttarakhand. However, if you choose the right way to cover the distance, your journey will be seamless and smooth.<\/p>\n

Surat to Kedarnath by Flight<\/h3>\n

The fastest way to complete the journey from Surat to Kedarnath is by opting for the air route.<\/p>\n

The nearest airport to Kedarnath is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, approximately 236 km from Gaurikund. Book Surat to Dehradun flight tickets \u2014 note that most flights connect via Mumbai or Delhi as direct Surat\u2013Dehradun flights are not always available. The average one-way flight cost for the Surat to Dehradun journey is around Rs 6,000 to Rs 8,000. Total journey time including road from Dehradun to Gaurikund is approximately 7 to 9 hours.<\/p>\n

Once you arrive at Jolly Grant Airport, you can hire a taxi from there to en route towns like Guptkashi or Sonprayag. Guptkashi and Sonprayag are located approximately 47 km and 22 km from Kedarnath Dham respectively and are commonly used as overnight stops.<\/p>\n

From Dehradun, you have two ways to reach Kedarnath: by helicopter from Sahastradhara Helipad (reaches Kedarnath in about 1 hour, with VIP Darshan pass included in some packages), or by taxi (cheaper, budget-friendly, around 8\u20139 hours).<\/p>\n

Surat to Kedarnath by Train<\/h3>\n

To reach Kedarnath from Surat, the railway is an efficient and cost-effective option. For middle-class pilgrim families, the train is the most practical choice for the long distance from Surat.<\/p>\n

There is no railway station in Kedarnath Town, so book train tickets from Surat to Haridwar, Dehradun, or Rishikesh. All three towns are in the plains of Uttarakhand and provide several options to continue the journey to Kedarnath Dham.<\/p>\n

The Surat to Kedarnath train route passes via Kosamba, Ankleshwar, Vadodara, Samlaya, Godhra, Ratlam, Nagda, Kota, Bayana, Bharatpur, Mathura, and Roorkee.<\/p>\n

Surat to Kedarnath Train Ticket Price<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Class<\/strong><\/td>\nApproximate Fare (One Way)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Sleeper Class (SL)<\/td>\nRs 555<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Third AC (3A)<\/td>\nRs 1,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Second AC (2A)<\/td>\nRs 2,200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
First AC (1A)<\/td>\nRs 3,770<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Note: Prices vary by train, date, and availability. Book on IRCTC or authorized travel agents. These are approximate estimates \u2014 check current prices before booking.<\/p>\n

Surat to Kedarnath by Road<\/h3>\n

The distance from Surat to Kedarnath by road is about 1,575 km. There are two routes to go from Surat by road:<\/p>\n