Madhya Pradesh to Jammu and Kashmir · 1,213 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
The straight-line distance from Harda to Mata Vaishno Devi is approximately 1,213 km (754 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,506 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Madhya Pradesh to Jammu and Kashmir.
Mata Vaishno Devi does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Jammu (IXJ). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Harda and Mata Vaishno Devi with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 23 hrs 10 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 IRCTCThe drive from Harda to Mata Vaishno Devi is a long one — approximately 1,506 km taking around 19 hrs 14 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.
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