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Road, rail and trek

Haridwar to Kedarnath

Drive to Sonprayag, take the shared jeep to Gaurikund, then trek 16–18 km to the temple.

Updated 16 Oct 2026

Distance
250 km
Travel time
2 days including trek
Best time to travel
May–June, September–October
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  1. 0km HaridwarStart
  2. 25km KedarnathArrive

Route guidelines

Day 1: drive Haridwar → Rishikesh → Rudraprayag → Guptkashi or Sonprayag. Day 2: shared jeep to Gaurikund, then trek, pony or palki to Kedarnath.

Registration

Char Dham yatra registration is mandatory; carry the registration slip and ID.

Permits and documents

Uttarakhand Char Dham yatra registration (official portal).

Safety

  • Start the trek early to finish before afternoon rain.
  • Carry warm and waterproof layers in all seasons.
  • Helicopter tickets only through the official booking site.

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