🗓️ Last updated: May 2026
🎯 Chandigarh's Unique Advantage
At just 180km from Haridwar, Chandigarh residents have the shortest travel time to the Char Dham starting point of any major Indian city. You can leave home in the morning and be in Haridwar in time for the evening Ganga Aarti.
Distance to Haridwar
180km
Drive Time
3.5–4 hours
Yatra Duration
9N/10D
Total Trip
11–12 days
Package From
₹22,999/person
Season
Apr 19 – Nov 2026
How to Reach Haridwar from Chandigarh
Chandigarh to Haridwar is an easy 180km drive — the best route is NH73 via Panchkula, Ambala, Yamunanagar, and Saharanpur. The roads are good dual carriageway for most of the route. Leave Chandigarh by 7 AM and you will be in Haridwar by 11 AM. Trains are also available via the Chandigarh–Delhi–Haridwar route, though given the short distance, most groups prefer to drive.
Trains from Chandigarh to Haridwar
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh–Haridwar Exp (14631) | 05:35 | 11:05 | 5.5 hrs | SL ₹200 / CC ₹500 |
| CDG–HW via Ambala (14033) | 06:10 | 10:50 | 4.5 hrs | SL ₹190 / 3A ₹500 |
| Private taxi/cab | Flexible | Flexible | 3.5 hrs | ₹2,500–3,000 one way |
Our Packages
Classic 9N/10D
₹22,999/person
Most popular
All 4 dhams, standard hotels, all meals, AC cab from Haridwar
Deluxe 11N/12D
₹30,999/person
Extra comfort
3-star hotels, slower pace, more rest days, VIP puja
Senior Special 12N/13D
₹27,999/person
60+ pilgrims
Ground-floor rooms, medical attendant, oxygen, pony included
Helicopter 5N/6D
₹88,000/person
Premium
All 4 dhams by helicopter from Dehradun. No trekking.
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