240 km · 5 – 6 hours
Delhi to Rishikesh Cab
240 km · ~5.5 hours via Delhi–Dehradun Expressway
Delhi to Rishikesh is the yoga-capital and white-water-rafting standard run. 240 km through the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway sections and Haridwar before reaching Rishikesh where the Ganga emerges from the Himalayas. Morning departure delivers you in time for the Triveni Ghat or Parmarth Niketan sunset Ganga aarti.
Route description
Same expressway route as Delhi-Dehradun for the first 210 km. Exit at Haridwar, cross the Ganga on the Haridwar bridge, and NH58 takes you 25 km to Rishikesh via Raiwala. Rishikesh town is spread across Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula and Tapovan — each has its own hotel cluster.
Stops and attractions en route
- Meerut (bypass)(80 km from Delhi)
Standard tea halt.
- Haridwar (Har Ki Pauri)(210 km from Delhi)
Optional 45-minute detour for Ganga darshan.
- Rishikesh (Ram Jhula)(240 km from Delhi)
Hotel drop at Laxman Jhula / Tapovan / Parmarth Niketan.
How Outstation Pricing Works
- •Per-KM rate — varies by vehicle type and city of pickup
- •Minimum 300 KMs per calendar day
- •Driver allowance charged per day
- •Night halt allowance — if vehicle retained overnight
- •Toll, parking, and interstate taxes — at actuals
- •GST at 5% on invoice
All outstation trips are round-trip by default — billed garage to garage. Even if you drop one side only, return kilometers are included in the calculation. One-way drop service is available from select cities at different rates.
Worked example: A 2-day trip covering 240 km one side (480 km round trip) is billed as the higher of actual kilometers or 600 KMs (2 days × 300 KM minimum), plus 2 days of driver allowance, plus tolls/parking at actuals, plus 5% GST. Contact us for a specific quote.
Trip Summary
- Distance (one side): 240 km
- Round trip distance: ~480 km
- Estimated driving time: 5 – 6 hours
- Highway: Delhi–Dehradun Expressway to Haridwar, then NH58 to Rishikesh
- Stops en route: Meerut (bypass), Haridwar (Har Ki Pauri), Rishikesh (Ram Jhula)
Vehicle Options for This Route
- Sedan (Dzire / Etios)4 passengers + 2 bagsEconomical choice for 2-3 travellers
- Premium Sedan (Honda City / Ciaz)4 passengers + 2 bagsFor executives preferring a quieter cabin
- SUV (Innova Crysta / Ertiga)6 passengers + 3 bagsFamily and small groups; preferred for long highway drives
- Tempo Traveller12 passengers + luggageGroup travel — recommend for 7+ passengers
Final vehicle assignment and rate is confirmed once you share travel dates and pickup city.
Get Your Exact Quote
Share your dates and vehicle preference — we respond within an hour with a written, itemised quote for Delhi to Rishikesh.
One-Way Drop Also Available
Need a Delhi to Rishikesh drop only? We offer one-way drop service from Delhi — pay only for one side, no return charges.
- •Point-to-point drop — no return kilometers charged
- •Available in Dzire (sedan) and Ertiga (SUV) only
- •24–48 hour advance notice recommended
- •Different rates to round-trip outstation — ask for a quote
Frequently asked questions
Can we combine Rishikesh with Haridwar and Char Dham?
Yes — Haridwar-Rishikesh is a natural 2-night pairing. For Char Dham yatra (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath) we run a 10-day Delhi-to-Delhi circuit — summer-only (May-October) as winter snow closes Kedarnath and Badrinath. Contact us for a written itinerary.
Is rafting worth including?
Yes — the Kaudiyala-Shivpuri-Brahmapuri-Rishikesh rafting stretches on the Ganga are among India's best white water. September-October and March-May are peak seasons. Budget a full morning for a 16 km or 26 km rafting run; we coordinate pickup from the rafting base with your hotel.
Which side of the Ganga should we stay on?
Tapovan side (north) is the yoga-ashram and quieter-hotel cluster. Muni-ki-Reti / Ram Jhula side (south) has more restaurants and market bustle. For retreats and yoga courses, Tapovan; for shopping and aarti convenience, south bank.
How is the outstation fare calculated?
Outstation trips are billed per kilometer with a minimum of 300 KMs per calendar day. The per-km rate depends on your vehicle type and city of pickup. Driver allowance is charged per day. Toll, parking, interstate taxes, and GST at 5% are added at actuals. Contact us for an exact quote for your dates.
Is this a one-way or round-trip rate?
All outstation bookings are round-trip — billed garage to garage. Even for a one-side drop, return kilometers are included. We do offer one-way drop service from select cities at different rates — ask us for availability.
What is included in the fare?
The base fare covers vehicle hire (per-km rate × total kilometers) and driver allowance. Toll charges, parking fees, interstate permit taxes, and GST at 5% are charged at actuals and itemized on your invoice.
How are days counted?
Calendar days — Day 1 starts when the vehicle departs from our garage. Each calendar day carries a minimum of 300 KMs. For example, a 3-day trip has a minimum billing of 900 KMs regardless of actual distance covered.
What is driver allowance and night halt?
Driver allowance is a daily charge covering the driver's meals and incidentals during outstation duty. Night halt is an additional charge when the vehicle is retained overnight. Both vary by city — contact us for specifics.
What vehicles are available for outstation?
We offer sedans (Swift Dzire, Toyota Etios), SUVs (Innova, Ertiga), premium sedans (Honda City, Ciaz), tempo travellers, and buses. Availability varies by city.