Howrah station is one of the few places in eastern India with trains that run all the way to Haridwar. Step off in the holy city, and our car begins the ten-day circuit of the four dhams.
The river beside Howrah station is a branch of the Ganga on its last stretch to the sea. The Char Dham Yatra takes you to the other end, to Gangotri, where the Bhagirathi flows out of the glaciers, and on to Yamunotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. For Bengali families, who have long made the journey to Haridwar and Kashi, it is the natural next pilgrimage.
Howrah is about 1,500 km from Haridwar by rail. What makes it convenient is that a few long-distance trains from Howrah run through to Haridwar and Dehradun, so there is no change at Delhi. The journey takes well over a day, and you step off in the town where the yatra begins. From there our Char Dham package from Haridwar covers the circuit in 9 nights and 10 days.
Howrah → HaridwarAbout 1,500 km by rail
Train timeWell over a day
Flight optionKolkata → Delhi / Dehradun
Yatra9N/10D from Haridwar
Night stopsBarkot, Uttarkashi, Guptkashi, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Rudraprayag
Price from₹21,500 per person
Train or flight: getting to Haridwar from Howrah
Through train to Haridwar
Check the current timetable on IRCTC for trains from Howrah that run to Haridwar or on to Dehradun. Arrival times vary; if your train reaches Haridwar in the evening or at night, we book a hotel for that night so the group starts fresh the next morning. AC berths sell out early for the summer and the October holidays.
Train to Delhi
Many more trains run from Howrah to New Delhi. If dates do not suit the Haridwar trains, travel to Delhi and take the 11N/12D package from Delhi instead; we collect you at the station.
Flight from Kolkata
Kolkata airport is about an hour from Howrah. Fly to Delhi, or to Dehradun with a connection for the Dehradun package. See the Char Dham by air guide for timing tips.
Route
Yatra plan
Land price from
Leave needed
Train Howrah → Haridwar
9N / 10D
₹21,500
About 13–14 days
Train Howrah → Delhi
11N / 12D
₹24,500
About 15 days
Flight Kolkata → Delhi
11N / 12D
₹24,500
About 12–13 days
Flight Kolkata → Dehradun
9N / 10D
₹21,500
About 10–11 days
Char Dham Yatra cost from Howrah, 2027
Rates are per person for four people sharing a vehicle and twin or triple rooms. The train or flight to Haridwar or Delhi is booked by you and not included.
Package
Duration
Budget
Deluxe
Luxury
Char Dham from Haridwar
9N / 10D
₹21,500
₹32,500
₹49,500
Char Dham from Delhi
11N / 12D
₹24,500
₹35,500
₹53,500
Teen Dham from Haridwar
7N / 8D
₹17,500
₹26,000
₹39,500
Gangotri + Yamunotri from Haridwar
5N / 6D
₹12,500
₹18,500
₹28,000
Group size changes the price
Travellers
Budget, per person (Haridwar)
2
₹27,500
4
₹21,500
6
₹22,000
10–12 (Tempo Traveller)
₹19,500
2027 estimates. Final quote depends on dates, hotels and group size. Pony, palki and helicopter tickets are extra.
Itinerary from Haridwar station, 9 nights / 10 days
Day 1
Haridwar to Barkot
210 km7–8 hoursNight: Barkot
Meet your driver at Haridwar station or your hotel. The route rises through Dehradun and Mussoorie, then winds down to the Yamuna. Reach Barkot by evening; the air is noticeably cooler than Howrah.
Day 2
Yamunotri
45 km drive + 6 km trek each wayFull dayNight: Barkot
Drive to Janki Chatti and climb 6 km to the shrine of Goddess Yamuna. Ponies and palkis help those who cannot walk. Return to Barkot after darshan.
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Day 3
Barkot to Uttarkashi
100 km4–5 hoursNight: Uttarkashi
A shorter drive across to the Bhagirathi valley. Afternoon free in Uttarkashi. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple.
Day 4
Gangotri
100 km each wayFull dayNight: Uttarkashi
The road follows the Bhagirathi past Gangnani and Harsil to Gangotri. For pilgrims from the Hooghly's banks, standing beside the same river near its glacier source is deeply moving. Return to Uttarkashi.
Day 5
Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
220 km8–9 hoursNight: Guptkashi / Sitapur
The longest drive passes the Tehri dam lake and climbs over ridges to the Mandakini valley. Reach Guptkashi by evening. Pack for Kedarnath.
Day 6
Kedarnath
16 km trek6–8 hours upNight: Kedarnath
Shared jeep from Sonprayag to Gaurikund, then the trek. Pony, palki and pithoo are available; IRCTC shuttle ticket holders fly up. Evening aarti at the temple.
Day 7
Kedarnath to Guptkashi
16 km trek + 30 km driveFull dayNight: Guptkashi
Early darshan of the Jyotirlinga and a visit to Bhairavnath temple. Walk down to Gaurikund. Drive back to Guptkashi.
Day 8
Guptkashi to Badrinath
200 km8–9 hoursNight: Badrinath
Via Ukhimath and the Alaknanda valley to Joshimath and Badrinath. Bathe in the Tapt Kund. Evening aarti.
Day 9
Badrinath to Rudraprayag
160 km6–7 hoursNight: Rudraprayag / Srinagar
Morning darshan of Badri Narayan and a visit to Mana village. Optional pind daan at Brahma Kapal. Drive down to Rudraprayag or Srinagar.
Day 10
Rudraprayag to Haridwar
165 km6–7 hoursNight: Tour ends
Descend via Devprayag and Rishikesh to Haridwar. Board your train to Howrah, or stay one more night if your train leaves the next day. Tour ends at the station.
Train arrives at night? Add a hotel night in Haridwar before Day 1. Train leaves the next day? Add one at the end. Both can be included in your quote.
Included and not included
Included
9 nights' hotels, twin or triple sharing
Breakfast and dinner (all meals on Luxury)
Private vehicle with hill driver
Fuel, tolls, parking, permits, driver allowance
Haridwar station pick-up and drop
Registration help and phone support
Not included
Train or flight from Howrah/Kolkata
Extra Haridwar nights for train timings
Pony, palki, pithoo, helicopter
Sonprayag – Gaurikund jeep
Puja and VIP darshan
Lunch on Budget and Deluxe
Extra nights due to landslides
Insurance and personal expenses
Night stops and room types
Stop
Nights
What to expect
Barkot
2
Simple family hotels in a quiet valley town
Uttarkashi
2
Standard hotels near the river and market
Guptkashi / Sitapur
2
Hotels with views of the Chaukhamba peaks
Kedarnath
1
Basic rooms, tents or dormitories in every category
Badrinath
1
Hotels within walking distance of the temple
Rudraprayag / Srinagar
1
Riverside hotels on the Alaknanda
If your train reaches Haridwar a day early, use the spare evening for Har Ki Pauri, the Mansa Devi ropeway or a short trip to Rishikesh. Room types at the shrines are explained on our Gangotri hotel booking page.
Tips for Bengali pilgrims
Food: rice and dal are always available; fish is not served near the shrines.
Season: Puja holidays in October are an excellent time; book trains early. See best time to visit.
Call or WhatsApp +91-99111 77951 with your preferred dates.
Check train timings and tell us your Haridwar arrival.
Receive the quote, including any extra Haridwar night.
Pay the advance to confirm.
Register, board the train, and meet the driver in Haridwar.
Char Dham Yatra from Howrah: FAQ
Is there a direct train from Howrah to Haridwar?
Yes, a few long-distance trains run from Howrah through to Haridwar and Dehradun, taking well over a day. Check current timings on IRCTC.
What does the Char Dham Yatra cost from Howrah?
From about ₹21,500 per person from Haridwar on budget hotels for four people; ₹24,500 from Delhi. Travel to Haridwar or Delhi is extra. 2027 estimates.
How many days do we need?
About 13–14 days by train, including travel. Flying to Dehradun cuts it to about 10–11 days.
Can we go during Durga Puja?
Yes. October is one of the best months. Book trains as soon as the reservation window opens.
