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Char Dham Yatra Route Map: Complete Road Guide
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Char Dham Yatra Route Map: Complete Road Guide

February 20, 202615 min read|By ᴛᴀᴘᴏʙʜᴏᴏᴍɪ • ᴛʀᴀᴠᴇʟꜱ Team Back to Blog

The traditional Char Dham circuit starts at Haridwar: Haridwar → Barkot → Yamunotri → Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Guptkashi/Ukhimath → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Haridwar. Total distance: approximately 1,200 km including inner routes. Total driving time: 10-12 days. Sonprayag is the mandatory motorable drop-off point for our Kedarnath taxis. Continue from Sonprayag to Gaurikund by local shuttle or on foot where permitted by local authorities. The Kedarnath trek starts at Gaurikund; our taxi does not drive to Gaurikund or the temple. Must-visit stopovers: Devprayag (Ganges confluence), Rudraprayag, Joshimath. Road conditions: Generally good NH58 and NH94 backbone. Inner routes near dhams can be narrow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the correct order for Char Dham?
Traditional order: Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath. This west-to-east order is considered auspicious.
Can I do Char Dham in 7 days?
A 7-day rush is possible but exhausting. We recommend 10-12 days minimum. Rushing means less time at each shrine and more driving stress.
What is Char Dham Yatra starting point?
Most pilgrims start from Haridwar or Rishikesh. For Yamunotri, the nearest railhead is Dehradun. For all four, Haridwar is the most convenient base.

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