How to Reach Kedarnath from Surat

To visit the Kedarnath from Surat, whatever information you need is here in this article.

Kedarnath, the most famous temple of Lord Shiva as well as an important pilgrimage under Char Dham circuit, is situated in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. This highly spiritual temple of Lord Shiva is settled at the lap of the Garhwal Himalayas and so the way to reach the Kedarnath is moderately challenging for the people living in the Plains. Despite the difficult terrain, thousands of devotees commence the Kedarnath Yatra every year.

If you belong to Surat or nearby towns and have the desire to go on the Yatra from Surat to Kedarnath, then read this article till the end.

Top Ways to Visit Surat to Kedarnath

Surat being located in the westernmost state of India, is far away from the Kedarnath located in Northern India. However, if you choose the right way to cover the distance from Surat to Kedarnath, then your journey will be seamless as well as smooth. Let us look into the top ways to visit Kedarnath from Surat.

Surat to Kedarnath by Flight

The fastest way to complete the journey from Surat to Kedarnath is by opting for Flight or Air mode.

The nearest airport to Kedarnath is the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, approximately 236 Km away. So what you have to do is book the Surat to Dehradun Flight tickets. The average range of flight ticket price for the Surat to Dehradun journey is around INR 6000 to 8000 for a one way trip. Usually, it takes 7 to 8 hours to cover the Surat to Kedarnath distance by flight.

Once you arrive at Jolly Grant Airport, then you can hire a taxi from there to the Kedarnath Dham or en route towns.

Let me tell you that Guptkashi and Sonprayag are the towns located at 47 Km and 22 Km distance from the Kedarnath Dham. Hence these towns are used by the pilgrims going to the Darshan of Kedarnath Dham for night stay. The last motorable road in the route of Kedarnath Dham is up to Gaurikund and so it is known as the basecamp of Kedarnath.

Basically, you have two ways to reach the Kedarnath from Dehradun. One is by the Helicopter and the other way is by taxi. So if you want to avoid road hustle and just save time then you should book the Kedarnath Yatra by Helicopter Package. Through this, you can reach the Kedarnath Dham from Sahastradhara Helipad of Dehradun in hardly 1 hour, and then you will get an even pass of VIP Darshan.

Whereas the other way to reach Kedarnath from Dehradun is by taxi. This mode to reach there is cheaper and more budget friendly. So, on the basis of your priority, you can choose the Dehradun to Kedarnath travel mode.

Surat to Kedarnath by Train

To reach Kedarnath from Surat, an efficient and cost effective way is the Railway mode. Considering the long distance between Surat and Kedarnath, the train is the best way to travel, especially for middle-class people.

There is no railway station in Kedarnath Town, so you need to book train tickets from Surat to Haridwar Dehradun or Rishikesh. All three of the towns are located in the plains of Uttarakhand and provide several options to cover the further journey up to Kedarnath Dham.

If we look at the Surat to Kedarnath train route then it passes via Kosamba, Ankleshwar, Vadodara, Samlaya, Godhra, Piplod, Ratlam, Nagda, Kota, Bayana, Bharatpur, Mathura and Roorkee.

Surat to Kedarnath Train Ticket Price

Generally, the Surat to Kedarnath train fare for the Sleeper Class ranges around INR 555 per individual. Additionally, the ticket fare for the 1st AC, 2nd AC, and 3rd AC of this Surat to Kedarnath train route varies around INR 3770, INR 2200, and INR 1500, respectively.

Surat to Kedarnath by Road

The distance from Surat to Kedarnath by road is about 1575 Km. There are two routes to go to Kedarnath from Surat by road; one is via Vadodara, Kota and New Delhi, and the other route passes via Ahmedabad, Udaipur, Ajmer and Panipat.

Either you can travel by Reserved Buses or own vehicle. You will need 2 days to reach Kedarnath from Surat by road, including the breaks.

In case you decide that you are going to Kedarnath by own vehicle, then please consider a driver to assist. Because it’s a long way, you will feel exhausted more than normal.

Besides this, from Haridwar onwards, there is an uphill road to the Kedarnath Dham, so here you should get help from any local driver.

Surat to Kedarnath Tour Package

To avoid all the hustle of planning for the Kedarnath Yatra, here is the solution in the form of the Surat to Kedarnath Tour Package. Once you book this Kedarnath from Surat Package, then all the planning will be done by our expert team and we will hand over the Customised itinerary to you. This is the best way to complete the Kedarnath Yatra with the least stress.

For further information about our Kedarnath Yatra Packages, please check out our official website and feel free to contact us through the popped-up brochure.

FAQs

Q1. What is the Surat to Kedarnath Helicopter Price?
Ans. To go to Kedarnath via air mode, you should choose the Surat to Dehradun Flight, costing around INR 6000 and then book the Dehradun to Kedarnath Helicopter Yatra.

Q2. What is the fastest way to complete Kedarnath Yatra from Surat?
Ans. To complete the Kedarnath Yatra in the fastest manner, you should go via air mode. For that you have to book a flight ticket from Surat to Dehradun and then Kedarnath Helicopter Package.

Q3. How much is the Surat to Kedarnath Train Price?
Ans. It varies on the basis of the compartment you choose for travelling to Kedarnath from Surat. For a rough estimate, the train ticket price for 1A is about INR 3700, and it’s INR 555 for the sleeper Class.

Q4. What is the cheapest mode to go from Surat to Kedarnath?
Ans. The cheapest mode to go from Surat to Kedarnath is by train. You should book the Sleeper ticket for the train from Surat to Haridwar. Its price ranges from INR 500 to 600.

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