Most tourists think the train will drop them in Karnaprayag market. They are wrong. The mega-station is being built in Sewai, locally known as the Kaleshwar area. This quiet stretch along the Alaknanda river is about to become the busiest transit hub in Garhwal.
Location Analysis: Simli vs. Karnaprayag Market
(This answers the “How far” confusion.)
| Location | Distance from Railway Station (Sewai) | Commute Time (Auto/Taxi) |
| Karnaprayag Main Market | 7 km | 15 Mins |
| Gauchar Airstrip | 17 km | 25 Mins |
| Chandika Devi Temple Simli | 12 km | 5 Mins |
| Gwaldam Road Start | 7 km | 15 Mins |
For cab booking locally from any Railway station to any destination of Uttarakhand Garhwali Traveller cabs are always available and also on your demand.
Why Simli is Exploding (Local Insight)
“Simli was known for the Chandika Devi temple and a small base hospital.
- Real Estate: Land prices have tripled in the last 3 years.
- Hotels: Expect a boom in budget hotels here, as pilgrims will prefer staying near the station rather than the congested Karnaprayag Sangam area.
- Transit Point: If you are heading to Kumaon (Gwaldam/Almora), Simli will be your new starting point, bypassing Karnaprayag traffic entirely.”
“Curious about the full timeline? Read our detailed report on the Rishikesh-Karnaprayag Railway Status 2026 to know when the first train arrives.”
