How to reach Kashmir, Flights, Buses and Taxi to Kashmir

How to Reach Kashmir

Flying to Srinagar International Airport is the most convenient option to reach Kashmir. Srinagar is well-connected to major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore through regular direct flights operated by airlines such as IndiGo, Air India, and Go First. The flight duration from Delhi is approximately 1.5 hours.

For travelers seeking scenic routes, an alternative is traveling by train to Jammu Tawi Railway Station, followed by a road journey to Srinagar, which takes about 8–10 hours. New Delhi-Srinagar Vande Bharat is set to launch in January 2025.

How to reach Kashmir by flight

Srinagar International Airport (SXR) is located about 12 kilometers from the city center of Srinagar. There are frequent flights from major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Jammu, Leh, and Amritsar.

How to reach Kashmir by train

Kashmir is increasingly accessible by train, with enhanced connectivity planned for 2025. Though direct train services to Srinagar are not operational yet, here are your options for reaching the region by train:

Upcoming Direct Train Service (From January 2025)
New Delhi to Srinagar Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
Route: Covers over 800 km from New Delhi to Srinagar.
Travel Time: Less than 13 hours.
Timings:
Departure: 7:00 PM from New Delhi.
Arrival: 8:00 AM in Srinagar.
Benefits:
Overnight travel saves daytime hours. Faster and more comfortable for tourists and business travelers.

Nearest Current Railway Stations
Jammu Tawi Railway Station (JAT)
Location: 248 km from Srinagar.
Connectivity: Major station linked to cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
Road Travel to Srinagar: 8–10 hours via the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway.

Udhampur Railway Station (UHP)
Location: 181 km from Srinagar.
Connectivity: Limited train services, mostly from Delhi and Jammu.
Road Travel to Srinagar: 7–9 hours.

Banihal Railway Station (BAHL)
Location: 96 km from Srinagar.
Connectivity:Linked to Jammu via the Banihal-Baramulla railway line. Scenic journey through the Pir Panjal Tunnel.
Road Travel to Srinagar: 2–3 hours.

Traveling from Nearby Railway Stations to Srinagar

From Jammu Tawi or Udhampur:
Taxis: taxis cost INR 2,000– INR 4500 per cab.
From Banihal Railway station to Srinagar:
Taxis: Private taxis cost INR 2000– INR 3000