Haridwar, Rishikesh & the plains · Gateway of the Ganga
Haridwar group trip guide
Haridwar: Gateway of the Ganga in Haridwar, Rishikesh & the plains, Uttarakhand. From Roorkee it is 33 km by road, 1–2 hours with stops. Groups give it 1–2 days. A 17-seater tempo traveller with driver from Roorkee costs ₹6,800–8,400 for a same-day round trip, as of Oct 2026.
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- From Roorkee
- 33 km by road
- Time to give it
- 1–2 days
- Best season
- October to April (Kanwar Yatra in July–August)
- Fare from Roorkee
- ₹6,800–8,400 round trip (Oct 2026)
- Nearest airport
- Dehradun (DED)
At Haridwar the Ganga leaves the mountains for the plains; every evening the Ganga aarti is performed at Har ki Pauri, where lamps are floated on the river.
Ropeways climb to the Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi temples on the hills, and the city hosts the Kumbh Mela in its turn every twelve years.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits, and its fare to Haridwar from each city, from the tables below.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Dehradun → Haridwar
₹6,800–8,400
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 55 km one way · 1 day, round trip
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Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
Why groups go
The first stop of most Uttarakhand yatras, an easy drive from Delhi NCR, Roorkee and Saharanpur.
Temples & pilgrimage
How far is Haridwar
Road distance from our route catalog, one way.
| From | Road km | With stops | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dehradun | 55 km | 1–2 h | – |
| Roorkee | 33 km | 1–2 h | – |
| Delhi | 229 km | 5–6 h | Route: Delhi to Haridwar |
Group fares from Roorkee
Round trip with driver, 1 day, by vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 1 day |
|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹4,700–6,300 |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹5,800–7,400 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹6,800–8,400 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹7,900–10,000 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
When to go and how long
- Best season: October to April (Kanwar Yatra in July–August).
- Time to give it: 1–2 days.
- Who goes: Pilgrims, Families, Senior citizens.
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Circuits that include Haridwar
Arriving from abroad or another state
- Nearest airport: Dehradun (DED).
- Nearest railway station: Haridwar Junction.
- Operators quote the airport or station pickup with the whole trip: put your arrival in the request.
Operators for Haridwar
Approved operators who take groups to Haridwar. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
New Puhana bus service
Vehicle Owner
Roorkee, Uttarakhand
33 km by road from Haridwar
Fleet details on request
Akansha mobility solutions
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh
69 km by road from Haridwar
1 vehicle · 17 seats
Rishabh Motors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
198 km by road from Haridwar
1 vehicle · 28 seats
Sidhu Travels
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Chandigarh
221 km by road from Haridwar
1 vehicle · 66 seats
Official pages and sources
Opening hours, tickets and permits change: check them on the official pages before you travel.
How booking works
- Post your trip onceDates, pickup, places and group size. It takes two minutes and costs nothing.
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Questions groups ask
Roorkee se Haridwar kitne km hai? (How far is Haridwar from Roorkee?)
33 km by road: 1–2 hours in a tempo traveller or bus with tea and meal stops (group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour, about 35 on ghat roads). Road distance from our route catalog.
Haridwar ke liye tempo traveller kitne ka padega?
Round trip from Roorkee (33 km one way, 1 day) with driver: 17-seater ₹6,800–8,400, 40–49 seater bus ₹15,000–20,200. Indicative, as of Oct 2026; post the trip for the exact rate.
What does a group trip to Haridwar cost?
Round trip from Roorkee with driver: SUV / Innova ₹4,700–6,300; Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹5,800–7,400; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹6,800–8,400; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹7,900–10,000; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹15,000–20,200. Indicative, as of October 2026, with driver allowance and 5% GST; hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days do we need for Haridwar?
1–2 days. With the drive from Roorkee, plan a day trip, or 2 days to see more in all. The first stop of most Uttarakhand yatras, an easy drive from Delhi NCR, Roorkee and Saharanpur.
When is the best time to visit Haridwar?
October to April (Kanwar Yatra in July–August).
Which vehicle for our group?
4 people: Sedan; 7 people: SUV / Innova; 12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 45 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater.
How do we reach Haridwar from abroad?
Nearest airport: Dehradun (DED). Nearest railway station: Haridwar Junction. Operators quote the airport pickup and the whole trip with a driver.
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