Joshimath
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Joshimath

A strategic Garhwal mountain town that connects pilgrims, trekkers, skiers, and high-Himalayan roads toward Chamoli’s upper valleys.

Chamoli, Uttarakhand, India
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LocationChamoli, Uttarakhand, India
Altitude1,875 m
Place typeCity / Town
Best seasonApril to June and September to November are practical. Winter is important for Auli acces…

About the place

The feeling of Joshimath

Joshimath is an important mountain town in Chamoli, serving as a base for Auli, Badrinath, nearby temples, and several Himalayan routes. It suits travellers who need a practical halt with strong spiritual, adventure, and transit value.

How to reach

Your way to Joshimath

Built from travel connections reviewed by Pahad Calling. Distances and times are guidance—not live traffic information.

Rishikesh to Joshimath

By road
Distance
260 km
Drive time
8 h 12 min
Climb
+1,503 m
Directions in Maps ↗
  1. RishikeshStart · 372 m · Dehradun
  2. 71 km · 2 h · Hill road
  3. Devprayag830 m · Tehri Garhwal
  4. 6 stops along the way189 km · 6 h 12 minSrinagar Garhwal · Rudraprayag · Karnaprayag +3
    1. 40.6 km · 1 h 19 min · Hill road
      Srinagar Garhwal
    2. 34 km · 1 h · Hill road
      Rudraprayag
    3. 33 km · 1 h 10 min · Hill road
      Karnaprayag
    4. 21 km · 40 min · Hill road
      Nandaprayag
    5. 10.4 km · 24 min · Hill road
      Chamoli
    6. 15.1 km · 30 min · Hill road
      Pipalkoti
    7. 35.2 km · 1 h 9 min · Hill road
  5. JoshimathArrive · 1,875 m · Chamoli

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