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Getting from Delhi to Haridwar
Delhi is about 200 km from Haridwar. The fastest day trains leave New Delhi station: the 12017 Shatabdi Express at 06:45, about 4 h 50 min, and the 12055 Jan Shatabdi at 15:20, about 4 h. The evening 22457 Vande Bharat leaves Anand Vihar Terminal at 17:50, about 3 h 20 min, except Thursdays. IndiGo and Air India also fly Delhi to Dehradun in about an hour.
Jolly Grant Airport is about 35 km from Haridwar, roughly an hour by road. We meet every flight.
- Your airport
- Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
- Start point
- Haridwar
- Nearest airport
- Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (DED)
- Travel time
- About 3.5 to 5 hours by train, or about 1 hour by air
- Extra days
- No extra day needed: you can reach Haridwar in time for the evening Ganga Aarti on day 1.
Train and flight details checked in November 2026 against Indian Railways listings and airline schedules. Timetables change by season, so confirm before you book.
Planning notes for pilgrims from Delhi
Because Delhi is so close, we can collect your group from home or your hotel in Delhi NCR and drive you straight to Haridwar, which suits families with elderly parents.
No permits beyond the free Char Dham registration with Uttarakhand Tourism, which we complete for you. Carry an Aadhaar card or other photo ID.
The 12-day itinerary from Haridwar
- Days 1-2
Haridwar and Rishikesh
Arrive, settle in, and join the evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri. Visit the ashrams and ghats of Rishikesh.
- Days 3-5
Yamunotri and Gangotri
Drive into the hills to the sources of the Yamuna and the Ganga, with darshan at both temples.
- Days 6-8
Kedarnath
Trek or fly to Kedarnath for darshan of the Jyotirlinga and the aarti at dawn.
- Days 9-10
Badrinath
Darshan at Badrinath, a holy dip at Tapt Kund and a visit to Mana, the last village before Tibet.
- Days 11-12
Return
Descend through the river confluences of Devprayag back to Haridwar for departure.
See the full Char Dham Yatra journey for highlights, inclusions and the sacred sites on the route.
What is included
- Handpicked hotels and guesthouses close to the sacred sites
- All ground transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicles
- Expert local guide versed in the tradition and its etiquette
- Temple, shrine and site entry arrangements where available
- Daily breakfast, with vegetarian and dietary needs respected
- 24/7 trip support from our team before and during travel
Flights or trains from Delhi are not included by default. Tell us your dates and we can book them with the rest of the journey.
Frequently asked questions
How do I reach Haridwar from Delhi for the Char Dham Yatra?
About 3.5 to 5 hours by train, or about 1 hour by air. Flights land at Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (DED). Jolly Grant Airport is about 35 km from Haridwar, roughly an hour by road. We meet every flight.
How many days is the Char Dham Yatra from Delhi?
The journey itself is 12 days from Haridwar. No extra day needed: you can reach Haridwar in time for the evening Ganga Aarti on day 1.
What is the best time to start the Char Dham Yatra from Delhi?
May to June and September to October, when the shrines are open. Because Delhi is so close, we can collect your group from home or your hotel in Delhi NCR and drive you straight to Haridwar, which suits families with elderly parents.
How much does the Char Dham Yatra package from Delhi cost?
We quote per group, because the cost of the 12-day road yatra depends on hotel category, vehicle, group size and dates. Extras are priced separately: for example, the official Kedarnath helicopter shuttle cost about Rs 6,390 to Rs 12,762 per person return in 2026 and is booked on IRCTC HeliYatra. Travel from Delhi is quoted separately. Send an enquiry for a tailored quote, with no obligation.
What documents do I need for the Char Dham Yatra?
No permits beyond the free Char Dham registration with Uttarakhand Tourism, which we complete for you. Carry an Aadhaar card or other photo ID.