Amarnath Yatra is one of the most sacred pilgrimages for devotees of Lord Shiva. Every year, lakhs of devotees visit the holy Amarnath Cave in Jammu & Kashmir to seek the divine blessings of the naturally formed ice Shivling. If you are planning to visit from Delhi or Lucknow, this guide will help you understand the best routes, travel options, and tips for a smooth journey.
How to Reach Amarnath from Delhi
By Road
Distance from Delhi to Amarnath Cave is around 850 km.
You can travel via Delhi – Jammu – Srinagar – Baltal/Pahalgam route.
Volvo buses and private taxis are available. Road travel takes around 18–20 hours.
. By Train
The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi Railway Station.
Trains from Delhi to Jammu take around 9–10 hours.
From Jammu, you can reach Srinagar by taxi, bus, or shared cabs (approx. 260 km).
1. By Air
The nearest airport to Amarnath is Srinagar International Airport (SXR).
You can take a direct flight from Delhi to Srinagar (around 1.5 hours).
From Srinagar, travel to either Baltal (95 km) or Pahalgam (92 km) – the two base camps of the Amarnath Yatra.
From Baltal, it’s a 14 km trek, while from Pahalgam, the trek is about 36 km. Helicopter services are also available from both routes.
How to Reach Amarnath from Lucknow
Lucknow is also well connected, making it convenient for devotees to plan their Yatra.
By Air
You can take a flight from Lucknow to Srinagar (direct or via Delhi).
Flight duration is around 2.5 to 3 hours.
From Srinagar, proceed to Baltal or Pahalgam by taxi/bus.
By Train
Board a train from Lucknow to Jammu Tawi Railway Station. Travel time is 14–16 hours.
From Jammu, continue towards Srinagar and then to the base camps.
By Road
Distance from Lucknow to Amarnath Cave is approx. 1,300 km.
You can travel by car, taxi, or bus through the route: Lucknow – Kanpur – Agra – Delhi – Jammu – Srinagar – Baltal/Pahalgam.
It takes about 24–26 hours by road.
