Kedarnath Trip Budget from Mumbai

Hi, I’m Deepak. Recently, I planned a Kedarnath trip from Mumbai with my family, and the first question that came to my mind was – “How much will the Kedarnath trip cost from Mumbai?”

If you are also planning to visit this holy shrine, this blog will give you a clear budget breakdown – including travel, accommodation, food, trekking, and other expenses.

1. Travel Options from Mumbai to Kedarnath

Option A: By Train + Road

·         Mumbai to Haridwar by Train: ₹1,000 – ₹2,000 (Sleeper/3AC)

·         Haridwar to Guptkashi by Bus/Shared Taxi: ₹700 – ₹1,200 per person

·         Guptkashi to Sonprayag (base point): ₹100 – ₹150 per person

Total (one-way): ₹1,800 – ₹3,500 approx

Option B: By Flight + Road

·         Mumbai to Dehradun Flight: ₹4,000 – ₹7,000 (one-way, depends on season)

·         Dehradun to Guptkashi Taxi/Bus: ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 per person

·         Guptkashi to Sonprayag: ₹100 – ₹150

Total (one-way): ₹5,000 – ₹9,500 approx

2. Trekking / Kedarnath Darshan Route

From Sonprayag → Gaurikund → Kedarnath, you can choose:

·         Trekking (16 km): Free, only energy cost

·         Pony/Mule Ride: ₹2,500 – ₹3,500 per person (one way)

·         Helicopter (Phata/Guptkashi to Kedarnath): ₹4,500 – ₹6,000 per person (one way)

3. Accommodation Cost

·         Budget Hotels / Dharamshala: ₹500 – ₹1,000 per night

·         Mid-range Hotels: ₹1,500 – ₹3,000 per night

·         GMVN Guesthouses (Govt. Guesthouses): ₹800 – ₹2,000 per night

For a 3–4 day trip, expect ₹2,000 – ₹6,000 for stay.

4. Food Expenses

·         Normal Veg Thali / Meals: ₹150 – ₹250 per person

·         Tea & Snacks: ₹20 – ₹50

·         Per Day Average: ₹400 – ₹600 per person

For 4 days, around ₹1,500 – ₹2,500 per person

5. Kedarnath Trip Budget from Mumbai (Per Person)

Tips to Save Money on Kedarnath Trip

·         Book train/flight tickets at least 2 months in advance.

·         Prefer GMVN guesthouses for affordable and safe stays.

·         Trekking is budget-friendly if you are fit.

·         Carry dry snacks and water bottles from Haridwar/Guptkashi.

·         Avoid peak season (May–June), costs are higher.

Conclusion

The Kedarnath trip budget from Mumbai depends on your travel style. If you go by train and trek, you can complete the yatra in just ₹7,000–₹10,000 per person. If you prefer flights and helicopter services, the cost can go up to ₹25,000–₹30,000.

As Deepak, I would suggest – go for the train + trek option if you want the real Kedarnath yatra experience and also want to save money.

May Lord Shiva bless your journey