Amritsar to Katra taxi
- Distance
- 250 km
- Drive time
- 5 hours
- Fare
- From Rs 4,500
The drive from Amritsar to Katra
Katra is about 250 km from Amritsar, all on NH44, with Jammu at the 215 km mark. Five hours is a fair estimate for the whole run, including the climb into Katra town where the road narrows and the last few kilometres slow down. Pathankot and Lakhanpur, the Punjab-Jammu border, are the natural breaks. Because the yatra is walked from Katra up to the Bhawan, most people travel overnight or very early: we pick you up in Amritsar in the evening, drop you at the Katra bus stand or your hotel, and collect you again after darshan. March to October suits most pilgrims, and the Navratras are the busiest weeks of the year, so book early. Ardhkuwari, the Bhawan, the Bhairon temple and the Sanjichhat ropeway are the landmarks you will hear about on the climb.
Fares by car
| Car | Seats | One-way fare | Luggage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 + driver | From Rs 4,500 | 2 medium bags |
| Toyota Etios | 4 + driver | From Rs 4,500 | 2 medium bags + 1 cabin bag |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 + driver | Quote on WhatsApp | 3 medium bags |
| Toyota Innova | 6 + driver | Quote on WhatsApp | 4 medium bags |
| Innova Crysta | 6 + driver | Quote on WhatsApp | 4 medium bags |
| Tempo Traveller | 12 + driver | Quote on WhatsApp | Large group luggage |
| Force Urbania | 13 + driver | Quote on WhatsApp | Large group luggage |
| Luxury cars and buses | On request | Quote on WhatsApp | As per vehicle |
Round trip, multi-day and hill-route fares are quoted on WhatsApp. Toll, fuel, parking and state tax depend on the trip and are confirmed in your quote.
Fares last updated: 1 October 2026
Included
- Car with a driver
- Fuel within the 8 hrs / 80 km slab
- GST as shown in your quote
Not included
- Toll
- Fuel beyond the included slab
- Parking
- State tax where it applies
- Entry tickets and guide fees
Toll, fuel, parking and state tax depend on the trip — the amount is confirmed in your WhatsApp quote before you travel.
Stops and things to see
Good stops on the way: Pathankot; Lakhanpur border; Jammu.
- Ardhkuwari, then the Bhawan for darshan
- Bhairon temple above the Bhawan
- Sanjichhat ropeway and battery car services on the track
Amritsar to Katra taxi FAQs
What is the fare for an Amritsar to Katra taxi?
A sedan from Amritsar to Katra starts at Rs 4,500 one way. Bigger cars, round trips and multi-day plans are quoted on WhatsApp for your dates.
Can you drop us at Katra at night for the Vaishno Devi yatra?
Yes. Yatris commonly travel overnight, so we pick up from Amritsar in the evening and drop you at Katra or the bus stand. Tell us your darshan plan and we time the drive around it.
Can I book a one-way taxi to Katra?
Yes, one-way and round trips are both available to Katra in the car you choose. A one-way drop usually costs less than a return, and we tell you both prices on WhatsApp.
Are toll, fuel, parking and state tax included?
It depends on the trip. Your WhatsApp quote states exactly what is included and what is payable separately, so there is no surprise at the end of the journey.