How to Reach Katra

Katra is well connected with most of the important towns and cities of Uttarakhand. Getting there guide below provides detailed information about how to reach Katra by Road, Train or Flight.

Katra Location

The town of Katra, located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir in northern India, is well-known for the Vaishno Devi temple, which is located in close proximity to the Trikuta Mountains. This is a list of the most common ways to get to Katra:

By  Air: The nearest airport to Katra is the Jammu Airport (Satwari Airport). Take a bus or hire a taxi to get to Katra from the airport. Both options are available to you. Approximately 50 Kms separate Jammu Airport and Katra, which is located somewhere in the region.

By  Train: The nearest railway station is the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Railway Station. It has adequate connections to the most important cities in India. The railway station is a convenient location from which to locate local transportation or taxis, which will allow you to reach your destination in Katra.

How to Reach Katra  From Jammu

There is a good road network connecting Katra, and Jammu is the major city that is closest to Katra. From Jammu, you can travel to Katra by either driving, taking a bus, or hiring a taxi. The distance is approximately 42 kilometres, and the duration of the trip is approximately one and a half to two hours, depending on the mode of transportation that is utilised.

By Bus

Between Jammu and Katra, there are regular bus services that pass through. Buses that travel to Katra are available at the General Bus Stand in Jammu, where you can find them.

By  Car

Those who are travelling by car have the option of taking the Jammu-Katra Road, which is kept in good condition. On the drive, there are breathtaking vistas of the landscape that surrounds you.