Delhi to Punjab · 286 km · Compare flights, trains, buses & driving
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi-Ludhiana Shatabdi Express #12037 · Shtb |
07:00 | 12:20 | 5h 20m | CC |
| New Delhi-Amritsar Swarna Shatabdi Express #12029 · Shtb |
07:20 | 11:20 | 4h 00m | 1A,CC |
| Amritsar Shatabdi Express #12031 · Shtb |
07:20 | 11:20 | 4h 00m | 1A,CC |
| Saharsa Amritsar Garib Rath #12203 · GR |
13:33 | 18:20 | 4h 47m | 3A,CC |
| New Delhi-Amritsar Shatabdi Express #12013 · Shtb |
16:30 | 20:32 | 4h 02m | 1A,CC |
| Jammu Rajdhani Express #12425 · Raj |
20:40 | 00:50 | 4h 10m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Uttar Sampark Kranti Express #12445 · SKr |
20:50 | 01:35 | 4h 45m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Delhi Sarai Rohilla Jammu Tawi Duronto Express #12265 · Drnt |
22:15 | 03:04 | 4h 49m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Amrapali Express #15707 · Exp |
02:26 | 08:55 | 6h 29m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Dadar Amritsar Express #11057 · Exp |
03:47 | 13:35 | 9h 48m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sarvodaya SF Express #12473 · SF |
04:13 | 09:40 | 5h 27m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Hapa - Jammu Tawi Sarvodaya SF Express #12475 · SF |
04:13 | 09:40 | 5h 27m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jamnagar - Jammu Tawi SF Sindhu Express #12477 · SF |
04:13 | 09:40 | 5h 27m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Mumbai Bandra (T.) - Jammu Tawi SF Swaraj Express #12471 · SF |
04:13 | 09:40 | 5h 27m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Malwa Express #12919 · SF |
04:37 | 10:40 | 6h 03m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Shan-e-Punjab Express #12497 · SF |
06:40 | 12:00 | 5h 20m | CC |
| Delhi-Pathankot Express #14037 · Exp |
08:00 | 13:10 | 5h 10m | CC |
| Paschim Express Slip #12925-Slip · SF |
10:05 | 16:40 | 6h 35m | 3A,SL |
| Paschim Express #12925 · SF |
10:05 | 16:40 | 6h 35m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| KOCHUVELI - AMRITSAR SF Exp #12483 · SF |
10:42 | 17:05 | 6h 23m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Indore Amritsar (Weekly) Express #19325 · Exp |
11:30 | 18:20 | 6h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Saryu Yamuna Express #14649 · Exp |
11:38 | 18:45 | 7h 07m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Shaheed Express #14673 · Exp |
11:38 | 18:45 | 7h 07m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sachkhand SF Express #12715 · SF |
11:47 | 17:45 | 5h 58m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sealdah - Amritsar Superfast Express #12379 · SF |
11:55 | 17:05 | 5h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| NewDelhi-Amritsar SF InterCity #12459 · SF |
13:35 | 19:03 | 5h 28m | CC |
| BANDRA TERMINUS - JAMMU TAWI AC Suvidha Special (Starts 4 April) #09021 · SF |
14:02 | 20:45 | 6h 43m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| VISAKHAPATNAM - AMRITSAR Hirakud Exp #18507 · Exp |
14:17 | 20:15 | 5h 58m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Jalandhar Express #14681 · Exp |
14:50 | 22:15 | 7h 25m | CC |
| Shalimar Express #14645 · Exp |
15:50 | 00:02 | 8h 12m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Golden Temple Mail #12903 · SF |
19:00 | 03:00 | 8h 00m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Panchvalley Passenger Slip1 #59386-Slip · Pass |
20:15 | 04:40 | 8h 25m | SL |
| Chhattisgarh Express #18237 · Exp |
20:15 | 04:40 | 8h 25m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Jhelum Express #11077 · Exp |
20:18 | 03:35 | 7h 17m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jammu Mail #24033 · Mail |
20:20 | 02:25 | 6h 05m | SL |
| Jammu Mail #14033 · Mail |
20:20 | 02:25 | 6h 05m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Navyug Express #16687 · Exp |
21:10 | 06:55 | 9h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Himsagar Express #16317 · Exp |
21:10 | 06:55 | 9h 45m | 3A,SL |
| TIRUNELVELI - KATRA Exp #16787 · Exp |
21:10 | 06:55 | 9h 45m | 2A,SL |
| Rourkela-JammuTawi Express #18601 · Exp |
21:18 | 04:55 | 7h 37m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Tatanagar Jammu Tawi Express #18101 · Exp |
21:20 | 04:55 | 7h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Dhauladhar Express #14035 · Exp |
22:10 | 04:25 | 6h 15m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Pooja express #12413 · SF |
22:25 | 03:20 | 4h 55m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| JABALPUR - SHRI MATA VAISHNO DEVI KATRA Express #11449 · Exp |
23:00 | 06:55 | 7h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Andaman Express #16031 · Exp |
23:00 | 06:55 | 7h 55m | 3A,SL |
| OLD DELHI - ATARI SHYAM SINGH Samjhauta Exp #14001 · Exp |
23:05 | 3A,SL | ||
| Anand Vihar T.-Jammu Tawi Special #04053 · Exp |
23:15 | 06:42 | 7h 27m | SL |
The straight-line distance from Delhi to Ludhiana is approximately 286 km (178 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 315 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Delhi to Punjab.
Flying is the fastest way to cover the 286 km distance. Flights from DEL to LUH take approximately 1 hrs 8 min including boarding and taxiing. Multiple airlines operate on this route, and fares vary depending on the season, time of booking, and class of travel.
For the best prices, book 2-3 weeks in advance and opt for mid-week departures (Tuesday, Wednesday) which are typically cheaper than weekend flights.
Search Delhi to Ludhiana FlightsIndian Railways connects Delhi and Ludhiana with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 44 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 Delhi to Ludhiana route. The journey takes approximately 7 hrs covering ~315 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Delhi to Ludhiana BusesA road trip from Delhi to Ludhiana covers approximately 315 km and takes around 4 hrs 2 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