Kedarnath, one of the four holy shrines in the Hindu religion, is a popular pilgrimage destination in India. Located in the Uttarakhand state, Kedarnath is nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas and is accessible only by foot or on mule-back. If you're planning a visit to Kedarnath from Haridwar, here's everything you need to know about the distance and how to reach it.
The Kedarnath Distance from Haridwar is approximately 126 km by road. The most common way to reach Kedarnath is to take a road journey from Haridwar to Gaurikund, and then trek for about 16 km to reach Kedarnath. Gaurikund is the starting point of the trek and can be reached by private taxi or bus.
If you're traveling by public transport, there are several buses that run between Haridwar and Gaurikund. The journey takes around 8-9 hours, and the bus fare is around INR 300-400 per person. Alternatively, you can hire a private taxi or a shared cab from Haridwar to Gaurikund. The taxi fare ranges from INR 4,000-5,000 for a round trip.
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