Taxi route
Rishikesh to Barkot Taxi
165 km · 5–6 hrs drive · one-way or round trip with an experienced hill driver.
Quick answer
Rishikesh to Barkot is about 165 km by road, a 5–6 hrs drive. A one-way sedan taxi costs about ₹3,900–4,400 and an SUV about ₹4,900–5,400, including fuel, driver allowance, service charges and GST. Tolls, parking and state entry tax are extra.
- Distance
- 165 km
- Drive time
- 5–6 hrs
- Fare from
- ₹3,700
- Round trip
- 2 days suggested
Rishikesh to Barkot taxi fare
Approximate totals from our current rate card. Your written quote confirms the exact fare before you pay.
| Car | Seats | One way | Round trip (2 days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HatchbackWagonR / Swift or similar | Up to 4 | ₹3,700–4,100 | ₹9,600–10,800 |
| SedanSwift Dzire / Etios or similar | Up to 4 | ₹3,900–4,400 | ₹10,300–11,600 |
| SUV / MUVErtiga / Innova or similar | Up to 6 | ₹4,900–5,400 | ₹13,200–14,700 |
Includes fuel, driver allowance, night halts on round trips, service charges and GST. Excludes tolls, parking and state entry tax.
Change the route or trip type
≈ 165 km · 5–6 hrs drive
Hatchback
WagonR / Swift or similar · up to 4 seats
₹3,700–4,100
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Swift Dzire / Etios or similar · up to 4 seats
₹3,900–4,400
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Ertiga / Innova or similar · up to 6 seats
₹4,900–5,400
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Approximate total for the vehicle, fuel, driver allowance, service charges and GST. Tolls, parking and state entry tax are extra. Your written quote confirms the exact fare before you pay anything.
Pickup and the drive
- Pickup from your hotel or any address in Rishikesh.
- Typical drive: 5–6 hrs for about 165 km, plus time for meal and photo stops.
- Hill roads are slower after dark and in the monsoon (July–August) — we plan daytime driving and keep buffer time.
- The same driver stays with you on round trips, so sightseeing at Barkot is included in the plan.
Book a Rishikesh to Barkot taxi
Takes about a minute. We confirm the car and the exact fare in writing before anything is booked.
Rishikesh to Barkot taxi — FAQs
How far is Barkot from Rishikesh?
Barkot is about 165 km from Rishikesh by road — usually a 5–6 hrs drive, depending on traffic, weather and stops.
What is the taxi fare from Rishikesh to Barkot?
A one-way sedan costs about ₹3,900–4,400, an SUV about ₹4,900–5,400. This includes fuel, driver allowance, service charges and GST; tolls, parking and state entry tax are extra. Your written quote confirms the exact fare.
Should I book a round trip or two one-way taxis?
If you only need to get there and back, two one-way drops (about ₹7,800 in a sedan) usually cost less. A 2-day round trip (about ₹10,300–11,600) keeps the same car and driver with you for sightseeing and day trips during your stay.
Which car is best for Rishikesh to Barkot?
For hill roads, families with luggage are most comfortable in an SUV such as an Ertiga or Innova (or similar). A sedan is fine for up to 4 people travelling light; groups of 7–12 should book a tempo traveller.