Gangotri is a very important religious and holy
place, located in Uttarakhand. It is very well connected through road
with most of the major cities. The National Highway (NH 58) from Delhi
to Mana is accessible throughout the year. Reaching Gangotri is not a
tough task. Read on to find out how to reach Gangotri.
By Air
The nearest airport from Gangotri is Jolly Grant, which is located just
26 km from Rishikesh. From the airport, the travelers need to take
either a taxi or the luxury buses to reach Gangotri.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is located at Rishikesh, about 249 kms
away, from where one has to hire a cab or take a luxury bus to reach
Gangotri.
By Road
Gangotri is well connected by road to Uttarkashi, Tehri Garhwal and
Rishikesh and to other parts of the country as well. Some important road
distances from Gangotri are:
Uttarkashi 97 km
Tehri 167 km
Dharasu 125 km
Yamunotri 232 km
Mussoorie 250 km
There are bus services of Samyukt Rotaion Yatayat Vyawastha Samiti
available as well, that connects Gangotri with many major centres in the
region like Haridwar, Rishikesh, Tehri, Uttarkashi etc.
