Amritsar → Chandigarh
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Punjab to Haryana · 233 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
The straight-line distance from Amritsar to Ambala Cantt is approximately 233 km (145 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 268 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Punjab to Haryana.
Ambala Cantt does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Chandigarh (IXC). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Amritsar and Ambala Cantt with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 4 hrs 52 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Amritsar to Ambala Cantt route. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 57 min covering ~268 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Amritsar to Ambala Cantt covers approximately 268 km and takes around 3 hrs 46 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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