Punjab to Jammu and Kashmir · 215 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
The straight-line distance from Phagwara to Vaishno Devi is approximately 215 km (134 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 286 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Punjab to Jammu and Kashmir.
Vaishno Devi does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is IXJ. Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Phagwara and Vaishno Devi with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 12 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 Phagwara to Vaishno Devi route. The journey takes approximately 6 hrs 21 min covering ~286 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Phagwara to Vaishno Devi covers approximately 286 km and takes around 4 hrs 11 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