How to Reach Badrinath - Travel Guide by Shree Ram Tourism's
Planning your spiritual journey to Badrinath Dham? Here's a detailed guide on how to reach this sacred destination from various parts of India, including air, rail, and road options.
The nearest airport to Badrinath is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is about 310 km away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or board a bus to reach Badrinath via Rishikesh, Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, and Joshimath.
The nearest railway station is Haridwar (320 km), followed by Rishikesh. From these stations, regular bus and taxi services are available. Haridwar is well connected to major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. You can also reach Dehradun station and take a taxi to reach Badrinath via Joshimath.
Badrinath is well connected by roads up to the temple town. The most popular route starts from Haridwar → Rishikesh → Devprayag → Srinagar → Rudraprayag → Karnaprayag → Nandprayag → Joshimath → Badrinath. Road conditions vary depending on the weather, so it’s advisable to check the status before traveling. Buses, private taxis, and self-driving options are available.
Distance: ~540 km | Time: 15-17 hours by road. You can take a train or flight to Haridwar/Dehradun and continue via road. Shree Ram Tourism’s offers direct cab and tempo traveller packages from Delhi to Badrinath with hotel stays and meals included.
Always start early in the morning to avoid landslide-prone stretches after noon. Ensure your vehicle is in good condition and carry warm clothes and first-aid. Roads from Joshimath to Badrinath are narrow and controlled by gate timings – plan accordingly. Avoid travel during heavy monsoons and keep weather updates handy.
We offer doorstep pick-up/drop from Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun, or Delhi. Our packages include AC/non-AC taxis, hotel accommodations, meals, and driver assistance. Choose us for a stress-free and spiritually fulfilling journey to Badrinath Dham.