How to Reach Gangotri

Gangotri Temple is well connected by road and can be accessed through major cities of Uttarakhand. The primary highway connecting the region is National Highway 58 (NH-58), which links Delhi to Mana and remains accessible for most of the year (subject to weather conditions in hilly areas).

? By Air

The nearest airport is:

Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun)

• Located about 26 km from Rishikesh

• From the airport, taxis and buses are available to reach Gangotri via Uttarkashi

?? By Rail

The nearest railway station is:

Rishikesh railway station

• Distance from Gangotri: Approx. 249 km

• Well connected to major cities in North India

From Rishikesh, you can hire taxis or take buses to reach Gangotri.

?? By Road

Gangotri is well connected by motorable roads to:

• Uttarkashi

• Tehri

• Rishikesh

From these towns, regular buses and private taxis operate to Gangotri.

Important Road Distances

• Uttarkashi – 97 km

• Tehri – 167 km

• Dharasu – 125 km

• Yamunotri – 232 km

• Mussoorie – 250 km

?? By Bus

Bus services operated by regional transport authorities connect Gangotri with:

• Haridwar

• Rishikesh

• Tehri

• Uttarkashi

During the Char Dham Yatra season, additional pilgrimage buses are arranged for devotees.

Distance Chart to Gangotri Pilgrimage

ISD / STD Code for Gangotri

• Calling from within India: 01381 (followed by the local number)

• Calling from outside India: +91-1381 (followed by the local number)