Delhi to Yamunotri: Distance, How to Reach, Road Trip

Yamunotri marks one of the Yamuna River’s sacred sources. Hindus consider this site deeply holy. The location nestles in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas near Uttarkashi. Visitors travel from Delhi to Yamunotri to experience the Yamunotri Temple and take a holy dip in the Yamuna River. Magnificent glaciers, massive mountain peaks, and the roaring Yamuna River enhance this spiritual journey. The Himalayas awaken your soul in this place. Top Yamunotri tour packages bring you close to massive Himalayan glaciers and let you feel this divine connection.

Significance of Yamunotri Temple

The Yamunotri Temple symbolizes the revered Yamuna River’s source. At 4421 meters above sea level, the Champasar glacier feeds this sacred river. This area creates the Sapta Rishi Kund, also known as a lake. Reaching there proves very tough, but the journey rewards visitors. The sacred flower “Brahma Kamal” blooms here annually during July and August. In Hindu mythology, this flower holds divine significance.

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The scarlet stalks represent the 100 Kauravas. Meanwhile, the white stamen symbolizes Lord Krishna. According to legend, Lord Shiva used Brahma Kamal when he replaced Lord Ganesha’s head with an elephant’s head. People believe the river’s black color absorbed Lord Shiva’s pain and sorrow after his wife Sati’s death.

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Places to Visit in Yamunotri

Several attractions await during your Delhi to Yamunotri trip. Let’s explore the must-visit places.

1. Yamunotri Temple

Devotees worship Goddess Yamuna at Yamunotri temple. The Western Garhwal Himalayas provide an ideal setting for this sacred shrine. Visitors to Yamunotri should definitely explore this temple.

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2. Surya Kund

Surya Kund offers a stunning hot water spring located close to Yamunotri Temple. People named this spring after the Yamuna River. Devotees believe this spring descended from the Sun God or Surya. Don’t miss visiting Surya Kund during your Delhi to Yamunotri trip.

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3. Jankichatti

Locals call this place the last village of the region. Jankichatti serves as a hub for devotees heading towards Yamunotri. Hot springs fill this place, and massive mountains encircle it.

4. Kharsali

This village represents another important holy site. People also call this village ‘Khushimath’. Lord Yamuna spends the winters in this small Kharsali. Severe snowfall makes it nearly impossible to reach the shrine during winter. Therefore, devotees relocated Lord Yamuna’s statue here and worship continues throughout the year.

5. Divya Shila

People also know Divya Shila as a slab of divine light. A sacred stone pillar stands near Yamunotri. Visitors traveling from Delhi to Yamunotri for worship must explore this Divya Shila before entering the main shrine.

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How to go from Delhi to Yamunotri

Multiple travel options connect Delhi to Yamunotri. Let’s examine how to reach Yamunotri from Delhi.

1. By Air

Jolly Grant Airport serves as the nearest airport to Yamunotri. It sits at a distance of 210 km from Yamunotri. Daily flights connect Jolly Grant Airport to New Delhi. Helicopter services operate from Dehradun to Yamunotri.

2. By Railway

Yamunotri has no railway station. Rishikesh and Dehradun offer the nearest railway stations to Yamunotri. Dehradun railway station lies 175 km from Yamunotri. Rishikesh railway station sits 200 km away. After reaching Dehradun or Rishikesh, you can hire a taxi or board a bus to Yamunotri.

3. By Road

Uttarkashi serves as the nearest stop from Delhi to Yamunotri. The trek to Yamunotri begins from here. You can book a tempo traveller for rent in Delhi and travel to Uttarkashi. From there, start your trek to Yamunotri. The Delhi to Yamunotri distance measures 287 km.

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Road Trip from Delhi to Yamunotri

Hindu pilgrims travel from Delhi to Yamunotri to receive blessings from Yamuna Mata. Yamunotri Dham marks the first temple on the Char Dham circuit. You can arrange a train ticket to Dehradun, Uttarakhand’s capital. Dehradun serves as the closest train station to Yamunotri.

From Dehradun, continue by road using private vehicles, reserved cars, shareable jeeps, or public transport. The Yamunotri trail includes a short trekking distance. Jankichatti marks where the journey to Yamunotri Temple begins. Jankichatti sits 6 km from Yamunotri.

Route Map and Distance from Delhi to Yamunotri

From Delhi, hire a tempo traveller from Japji Travels and travel to Haridwar first. Delhi to Haridwar spans 246 km. After reaching Haridwar, continue to Rishikesh. The distance from Haridwar to Rishikesh remains short.

From Rishikesh, depart for Narendranagar. Then proceed to Chamba, followed by Brahmkhal, and then Barkot. From Barkot, travel to Sayana Chatti and then to Hanuman Chatti. From Hanuman Chatti, continue to Phool Chatti and then to Janaki Chatti. Finally, from Janaki Chatti, begin your 6 km trek to Yamunotri.

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Delhi to Yamunotri Taxi Fare

Below are the Delhi to Yamunotri one-way car fares.

Below are the round-trip fares.

Best Time to Travel from Delhi to Yamunotri

April to June and September to November offer the best time to travel from Delhi to Yamunotri. Yamunotri remains cold throughout the year. However, winter months increase the trek’s dangers and challenges. Journey conditions and accommodations become more difficult during winter. As a result, plan your Yamunotri journey during the months mentioned above. During these months, favorable climatic conditions support the trek.

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Final Words

Yamunotri represents one of the four pilgrimage sites of Char Dham Yatra. It ranks among Uttarakhand’s holiest sites. If you plan a trip to Yamunotri, choose Japji Travels for your Delhi to Yamunotri tour package. We will make your trip memorable.

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