Delhi to Kedarnath roadways route ranges between 450 kilometres along the national highway, typically ranging from 6 days itinerary passing through scenic views of Haridwar and Rishikesh. This route has both smooth highways and challenging winding highways.
If you are planning for the Kedarnath Yatra this travel season, then we have tried to gather some of the best options available to you at one platform, with the best and budgeted mode of transport, along with some recommendations. Lastly, which you may consider to avoid any last-minute hassle.
Note: Mandatory registration for all travellers at Gaurikund and Sonprayag that can be done online or offline, but needs to be obtained before the yatra for any last-minute denial.
| Registration Type | Steps | Locations/
Portal |
Requirements |
| Online | 1. Visit https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in/
2. Select “Register” > Kedarnath 3. Enter name, phone, address, ID proof 4. Submit for confirmation email & number |
Official Uttarakhand Tourism portal | Aadhaar/
Voter ID, printout of registration |
| Offline | 1. Visit the centre.
2. Fill the form 3. Submit ID 4. Receive yatra pass |
Haridwar Railway Station, Rishikesh Bus Stand, Guptkashi, Sonprayag, Gaurikund | Original ID proof |
| Aspect | Details |
| Temple Opening | April 22 at 8:00 AM |
| Daily Darshan | Morning: 4-7 AM; Evening: 5-7 PM (with Mangala & Shayan Aarti) |
| Temple Closing | November 10-11 |
Being situated at rugged mountain tops, Delhi to Kedarnath Dham Yatra mainly depends on roadways for its connectivity, also road being well maintained, but there are options for railways or airways till gateways like Haridwar Rishikesh or Dehradun. Therefore, we have provided you with details for the flight trains and buses for your convenience.
Being gateways for the Kedarnath Yatra Haridwar and Rishikesh railways station house trains for the travellers. All Yatris need to board trains from their cities to these centres for further travel, and then proceed on the pilgrimage route through bus taxis, and shared jeeps.
Delhi ──► Haridwar/Rishikesh ──► Sonprayag ──► Gaurikund ──► Kedarnath
Dehradun (Jolly Grant Airport) (1-hour flight) is the major airport near Kedarnath. Then travellers need to take a taxi/bus to Kedarnath by road (238 km, 8-10 hours).
Delhi airport (DEL) → Dehradun airport (DED): IndiGo/SpiceJet daily flights (~₹3,000-5,000). Board a bus/taxi/ (helicopter service also available) from Dehradun (DED) Airport towards → Haridwar/Rishikesh (1 hour) → Sonprayag (7 hours) →reach Gaurikund trek base, from here you can board a helicopter or trek.→ 16 km.
Phata/Dehradun helipads offer a 7-15 minute ride to Kedarnath (~₹7,000-9,000 round trip).
The most budget-friendly option for the Kedarnath Yatra lies with bus travel through local operators like Uttarakhand Roadways (GMOU/UTC), while the private operators’ option is also open.
| Operator Type | Examples | Route | Fare (₹) | Duration |
| Government (GMOU/UTC) | Uttarakhand Roadways | Delhi → Sonprayag | 850-1,200 | 13 hrs |
| Private | UPSRTC, RedBus partners (Devbhoomi Travels) | Delhi → Haridwar/Rishikesh | 500-1,000 | 6-8 hrs |
| Volvo/AC Private | Mahalaxmi Travels, Indo-Canadian | Delhi → Gaurikund | 1,500-2,500 | 12 hrs |
| Shared Jeeps (Local) | GMOU Jeeps | Sonprayag → Gaurikund | 50-150 | 30 mins |
Pre -book online at utconline.uk.gov.in or at ISBT counters to avoid any last-minute hassle.
NH334/NH7 provide smooth access from Delhi to Kedarnath (450 km to Gaurikund) with only exceptions being narrow winding hills. Therefore, it is always recommended to hire or accompany someone experienced for hilly roads, although these roads are well maintained, especially during the Yatra season. (April-Nov).
After reaching Gaurikund, travellers must trek 16 kilometres to Kedarnath Dham through breathtaking Himalayan trails.
Gaurikund (Start, 1,980m)
──► Jungle Chatti (4 km) – Chai stalls, ponies
──► Bheembali (3 km) – Waterfall views, camps
──► Linchauli (4 km) –stays, medical aid
──► Base Camp (4 km) – Glacier views
──► Kedarnath Temple (1 km) – Darshan!
Depart early via NH334. Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri. Overnight stay in Haridwar.
| Stay options – Hotel Ganga Exotica or Bhagirathi by Atishay – Ganga-view rooms, near Har Ki Pauri for evening Aarti (₹2,500-5,000/night). |
Visit Rishikesh en route to the Devprayag confluence. Narrow roads begin post-Rishikesh.
An overnight stay is recommended in Rudraprayag.
| Stay options – Monal Resort – Hilltop views of the Alaknanda River, clean veg meals, and ample parking for Yatra vehicles (₹3,000-6,000). |
Drive to Sonprayag (park your vehicle), take a jeep to Gaurikund. Trek via Jungle Chatti and Bheembali (rest) and reach by evening for Darshan. Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
| Stay options – Behl Ashram – Basic dorms 5 mins from the temple, hot meals, perfect post-trek rest (₹1,500-3,000, seasonal only). |
Morning Aarti (4-7 AM), explore Bhim Shila. Trek back to Gaurikund, drive to Rudraprayag. Overnight.
Stop at Srinagar if time permits. Evening leisure in Rishikesh. Can rest overnight.
| Stay options – Dewa Retreat – Riverside luxury with yoga sessions and buffet breakfast (₹4,000-8,000). |
Train/bus option from Haridwar or direct drive home.
Total Distance: ~450 km road + 32 km trek. Register online first; May-June is the best season.
Ans: No, mandatory health permit or fitness certificate is required for elderly people or children to trek to Kedarnath. Families with kids/elderly prefer Phata heli service to skip the trek entirely—safer at high altitude.
Ans: Roads from Delhi to Kedarnath (450 km to Gaurikund) start excellently on NH334 highways but turn narrow and winding with tight curves after Haridwar/Rishikesh.
Ans: No direct trains run to Kedarnath due to its high Himalayan location. Regular trains from Delhi reach Haridwar or Rishikesh (5-6 hours via Mussoorie Express/Jan Shatabdi), then continue by bus/taxi to Sonprayag/Gaurikund.
Ans: Travel from Delhi to Kedarnath on a budget (~₹4,000-6,000/person round trip) by overnight GMOU buses from ISBT Kashmiri Gate to Sonprayag (₹850-1,200 one-way), shared jeeps to Gaurikund (₹50-150), walking the 16 km trek (free), and basic Dharamshalas (₹500-1,000/night).
Ans: May to June is the best time to travel from Delhi to Kedarnath. Clear roads and minimal landslide risk make trekking comfortable after the temple opens around April 22 in 2026.
Ans: Yes, carry warm clothes even during the summer (May-June) Kedarnath Yatra. Daytime temps reach 8-18°C but drop to 0-9°C at night, with chilly winds at 3,583m altitude making evenings/mornings cold for trekking
Ans: Yes, sudden rain showers can occur even during the May-June trekking season at Kedarnath’s high altitude. Afternoon thunderstorms are common despite “summer” timing—June averages 168 mm of rainfall with partially cloudy skies.
Ans: Yes, offline registration for Kedarnath Yatra is available at designated centres—Haridwar Railway Station, Rishikesh ISBT and Bus Stand, Rishikesh Gurudwara (Hemkund Sahib), Haridwar Rahi Hotel, Guptkashi Bus Stand, Sonprayag, Gaurikund, Joshimath, Phata, and Janki Chatti—visit any with your ID proof for an instant Yatra pass.
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