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Pokhara to Vaishno Devi Distance & How to Reach

Nepal to Jammu and Kashmir · 1,017 km · Compare travel & driving options

Pokhara to Vaishno Devi distance: 1017 km (aerial), approximately 1523 km by road. By train: ~23 hrs 26 min. By road: ~19 hrs 2 min.
Pokhara
Nepal
Vaishno Devi
Jammu and Kashmir
1,017 km
aerial distance (straight line)
632 miles · Road distance: ~1,523 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
1,523 km
Road distance
19 hrs 2 min
Drive time
1,017 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Pokhara to Vaishno Devi
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By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: IXJ
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By Car
19 hrs 2 min
1,523 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,017 km (632 mi)
Road distance
~1,523 km
Recommended
Train (23 hrs 26 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Pokhara to Vaishno Devi distance overview

The straight-line distance from Pokhara to Vaishno Devi is approximately 1,017 km (632 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,523 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Nepal to Jammu and Kashmir.

1,017 kmAerial distance
~1,523 kmBy road
23 hrs 26 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Vaishno Devi by air
No direct airport

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.

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🚗 By car — Pokhara to Vaishno Devi
19 hrs 2 min ~1,523 km

The drive from Pokhara to Vaishno Devi is a long one — approximately 1,523 km taking around 19 hrs 2 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Pokhara to Vaishno Devi
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Book early
Book trains 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season (Oct-Mar) for better prices and availability.
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Check weather
Avoid monsoon (Jun-Sep) for road trips. Road conditions can deteriorate and flights may face delays.
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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.
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Plan rest stops
For drives over 19 hrs 2 min, plan overnight halts. Fatigue driving is dangerous on Indian highways.
🔗 Useful travel resources

For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:

DGCA — Indian aviation authority

Passport Seva — Passport and travel documents

Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Pokhara to Vaishno Devi? ▼
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Pokhara to Vaishno Devi is approximately 1,017 km (632 miles). The road distance is approximately 1,523 km, which takes about 19 hrs 2 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Pokhara to Vaishno Devi? ▼
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 23 hrs 26 min. Vaishno Devi doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is IXJ.
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