Ready to swap city lights for mountain sunrises?
Whether you zoom through the skies or wander by train, the path to Rishikesh is a soul-refreshing journey worth every mile.
There are 3 ways to get from Bengalore to Rishikesh by Bus, Self-Drive or Private Vehicle, or Flight.
Distance between Bengalore and Rishikesh is 2355.36 kms, 1463.86 miles or 1271.79 nautical miles.
| Origin | Bengalore |
|---|---|
| Destination | Rishikesh |
| Driving Distance | 2355.36 kms (1463.86 mi, 1271.79 NM) |
| Estimated Time | 1 day 14 hrs 46 minutes |
It takes approximately 1 day 14 hrs 46 minutes to travel by car from Bengalore to Rishikesh.
The total driving distance between these two points is around 2355.36 kilometers, which equals approximately 1463.86 miles or 1271.79 nautical miles.
Travel time is an estimate and may vary slightly depending on the route you take, the time of day, and live traffic conditions. The numbers shown are based on standard driving routes.
You can refer to the distance values shown above in kilometers, miles, and nautical miles for easy understanding and travel planning.
Unit conversions:
1 mile = ~1.609 kilometers
1 nautical mile = exactly 1.852 kilometers
Scroll down to view the interactive route map below. You can click and zoom on the map to explore the journey in more detail and plan your trip better.
Longest But Scenic Adventure Take buses from Bengalore to Ahmedabad (Narol Circle), a night bus to Delhi, then another to Rishikesh
Cost: ₹3,218–₹8,660
⏱️ Duration: ~2 days 9 hours
🚌 Operators: VRL Travels, Ashok Travels, IntrCity SmartBus
✅ Sleeper & AC buses available
✅ Flexible boarding points across cities
❌ Fatigue from bus changes and layovers
Best For: Adventurers, long-route bus lovers, multi-city travelers
Ultimate Road Trip Drive 2,234.8 km from Bengalore to Rishikesh via NH44
Cost: ₹22,604–₹32,651 (fuel, tolls, rental)
⏱️ Duration: ~31h 44m (non-stop)
📍 Route: Bengalore → Hyderabad → Nagpur → Agra → Delhi → Haridwar → Rishikesh
✅ Total freedom and scenic detours
✅ Great for families or groups
❌ Exhausting unless split over multiple days
Best For: Road trip lovers, large families, flexible schedules
Best Overall – Fast & Direct Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun
Cost: ₹8,917–₹18,142
⏱️ Duration: ~5h 39m total (including airport transit)
🛩️ ~101 flights weekly (SpiceJet, IndiGo, Air India)
✅ Fastest and most comfortable
✅ Jolly Grant Airport is just 35 min from Rishīkesh
❌ Ticket prices rise closer to travel date
Best For: Business travelers, tight schedules, comfort seekers
| Mode | Time | Cost | Comfort | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | ~5.5 hrs | ₹8,900–₹18,100 | Very High | Fastest and most direct route |
| Train + Bus | ~39 hrs | ₹1,367–₹29,000 | Medium | Cheapest but long journey |
| Bus + Night Bus | ~57 hrs | ₹3,200–₹8,600 | Medium | Longest, but scenic & flexible |
| Drive | ~32 hrs | ₹22,600–₹32,600 | High | Full control, but needs stamina |
🕉️ Yoga Capital of the World – Meditate on the banks of the Ganges
🌉 Laxman Jhula – Iconic bridge with spiritual significance
🧗 Adventure Hub – Rafting, bungee jumping, trekking
🍛 Café Culture – Chill spots like Beatles Café, Ganga View Café
📿 Spiritual Retreats – Attend satsangs, yoga ashrams, or spiritual festivals
⛔ Tip: Pre-book during high season. Budget options fill up fast.
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Train + bus combo starting at ₹1,367 is the most affordable option.
Flying from BLR to DED (Jolly Grant Airport) takes about 5.5 hours.
Yes, it’s possible (~32 hours drive), but plan overnight halts.
Not direct end-to-end, but multi-leg bus routes via Delhi or Ahmedabad work well.
Use apps like IRCTC, VRL, IntrCity, or MakeMyTrip.