Jammu to Katra

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How to get from Jammu to Katra

When you want to get from Jammu to Katra, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Bus
Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 26.75. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 1.82.

How far is Jammu from Katra?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Jammu to Katra. Your trip will be a total of 16 miles (25 km). The flying distance is 16 miles (25 km).

How long does it take to get from Jammu to Katra?

The travel time from Jammu to Katra can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Jammu to Katra?

The cost of the trip from Jammu to Katra varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Pk Vaid Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 1.82 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 26.75.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Jammu to Katra:

Bus tickets - USD 1.82 to USD 26.76;
Train tickets - USD 3.30 to USD 18.38;

How many trips per day are there between Jammu and Katra?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Buses start plying the route from 01:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:30. There are 26 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Jammu to Katra is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Jammu to Katra

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Jammu to Katra? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Jammu to Katra

Trains

$ 3.30
Buses

$ 1.82
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Jammu to Katra

Cheapest Transport	$2
Fastest Transport	30m
Earliest Departure	1:00 AM
Latest Departure	8:30 PM
Departures per day	26
Distance	25 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bhawani Travels, Bss Cool Cool Travels, Capital Holidays, City Land Travels, Golden Temple Express Volvo, Indian Railways, Jai Shree Ganesh Yatra, KN Nehra Travels, Laxmi Holidays, Lucky Bus Service, Moon Light Travels Katra, Orbit Aviation, Perfect Holiday, Pk Vaid Travels, Royal Golden, Speed Bus, Zingbus