Char Dham Yatra
from Kolkata

2.5 hrs by air · 21 hrs by train · All-inclusive from ₹19,800/person

✨ Bengali Hindu families have one of the strongest Char Dham traditions in India. The overnight Doon Express from Howrah is a classic route and affordable at ₹800–₹2,000 per person.

How to Reach Haridwar from Kolkata

Your Char Dham Yatra starts from Haridwar. Here's every route from Kolkata (West Bengal).

✈️By Flight

Route	Kolkata (CCU) → Dehradun (DED)
Duration	2h direct
Airlines	IndiGo, Air India
Frequency	1 direct daily + via Delhi
Fare	₹4,000–₹9,000
+Transfer	54 km · 1 hr from Dehradun airport

🚆By Train

Train	Doon Express (13009)
From	Howrah (HWH)
To	Dehradun (DDN)
Duration	20–22 hrs
+Transfer	54 km · 1 hr from Dehradun airport

🚗By Road

Distance	1,250 km
Drive time	~24 hours
Via	NH-58 / NH-334
Best for	Groups with private car

💡 Pro tip: We can arrange airport / railway station pick-up from Haridwar or Dehradun and get you to your hotel before the evening Ganga Aarti.

The Four Sacred Dhams

All four shrines in a single seamless circuit from Kolkata.

Day 1–2

Yamunotri

Origin of River Yamuna · 3,293 m altitude · Trek 6 km from Janki Chatti

Day 3–4

Gangotri

Source of the Ganga · 3,100 m · Drive-up temple, no trek required

Day 5–7

Kedarnath

Lord Shiva's abode · 3,584 m · Helicopter or 16 km trek from Gaurikund

Day 8–9

Badrinath

Lord Vishnu's shrine · 3,133 m · Drive-up, closes after Diwali

Our Char Dham Package from Kolkata

Char Dham Yatra 9N/10D

Complete Yamunotri · Gangotri · Kedarnath · Badrinath circuit departing from Haridwar. All ground transport, hotels, meals and permits included. You fly from Kolkata, we take care of everything else.

✓ All accommodation (hotels + dharamshalas)
✓ Daily breakfast & dinner
✓ AC Tempo Traveller / SUV throughout
✓ Experienced local guide
✓ All forest & temple permits
✓ First-aid & oxygen cylinder

Starting from ₹19,800/person · Groups of 6+ get 10% off

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Char Dham Yatra from Kolkata — FAQs

How to go from Kolkata to Char Dham Yatra?

Two popular options from Kolkata: (1) Fly CCU→DED in 2 hours (IndiGo/Air India, from ₹4,000). (2) Overnight Doon Express train (13009) from Howrah to Dehradun — 21 hours, second class from ₹800/person. Many Kolkata families choose the train for its budget-friendliness and nostalgic charm.

Which is better from Kolkata — flight or train to Char Dham?

For time-strapped travelers, fly. For families on a budget (especially groups), the Doon Express is excellent — board at Howrah evening, arrive Dehradun next morning, reach Haridwar by noon. We pick up from both Dehradun Airport and Dehradun Railway Station.

What is the Char Dham package price from Kolkata?

Package: ₹19,800/person. Train (Doon Express, AC 3-tier): ~₹1,200–₹1,800 per person one way. Total package + train: ₹22,000–₹24,000 per person. By flight: ₹28,000–₹38,000 total per person.

Do you offer pujas and rituals during Char Dham for Bengali families?

Yes — we arrange all dharm-related rituals including registration for puja at each dham, pandits at Kedarnath, and specific Bengali-style rituals if requested in advance. Many Kolkata families perform Pitru Tarpan at Haridwar before starting the Yatra.

Can we start from Haridwar or do we need to go to Dehradun?

You can start directly from Haridwar. If you take the Doon Express, many travelers alight at Haridwar Railway Station (the train stops there). If flying to Dehradun, our cab brings you to Haridwar — the actual Yatra starting point.