What is the cheapest way to get from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal?

The cheapest way to get from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal is to train which costs ₹370 - ₹3,000 and takes 10h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal?

The fastest way to get from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal is to drive which takes 6h 10m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kalka (Station) and Tāj Mahal?

No, there is no direct bus from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal. However, there are services departing from Kalka and arriving at Agra via Zirakpur, Tribune Chowk and Delhi ISBT Kashmiri Gate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Kalka (Station) and Tāj Mahal?

No, there is no direct train from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal. However, there are services departing from Kalka and arriving at Agra Cantt via New Delhi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal?

The distance between Kalka (Station) and Tāj Mahal is 470 km. The road distance is 474.9 km.

How do I travel from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal without a car?

The best way to get from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal without a car is to train via Delhi which takes 6h 37m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,200.

How long does it take to get from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal bus from?

Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal bus services, operated by Laxmi Holidays, depart from Tribune Chowk station.

Where do I catch the Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal train from?

Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kalka station.

Train or bus from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal?

The best way to get from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal is to train via Delhi which takes 6h 37m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,600 - ₹4,600 and takes 11h 6m.

Where does the Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal bus arrive?

Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal bus services, operated by Laxmi Holidays, arrive at Kashmiri Gate station.

Where does the Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal train arrive?

Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at New Delhi station.

Can I drive from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal is 475 km. It takes approximately 6h 10m to drive from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal.

Where can I stay near Tāj Mahal?

There are 437+ hotels available in Tāj Mahal.

Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Train via Delhi
best
1. Take the train from Kalka to New Delhitrain 12006 / ...
2. Take the train from New Delhi to Agra Cantttrain 12002 / ...
6h 37m
₹536–3,163
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kalka to Agra Cantttrain 22456
10h 15m
₹378–2,951
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tribune Chowk to Kashmiri Gatebus
2. Take the bus from Delhi ISBT Kashmiri Gate to Agrabus
11h 6m
₹1,681–4,602
Drive 474.9 km
1. Drive from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahalcar 474.9 km
6h 10m
₹5,363–7,746
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahaltaxi 474.9 km
6h 10m
₹8,000–10,000
Fly Chandigarh International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)plane IXC - DEL
2. Take the train from New Delhi to Agra Cantttrain
6h 18m
₹5,302–13,140
Fly Chandigarh International Airport to Gwalior Airport, train
1. Fly from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) to Gwalior Airport (GWL)plane IXC - GWL
2. Take the train from Gwalior Jn. to Agra Cantttrain
8h 24m
₹9,187–27,680
Train to Indira Gandhi International Airport, fly to Gwalior Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kalka to New Delhitrain
2. Fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Gwalior Airport (GWL)plane DEL - GWL
3. Take the train from Gwalior Jn. to Agra Cantttrain
8h 36m
₹3,591–19,303

Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) flights

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Distance: 470.5 km
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Kalka (Station), India and Tāj Mahal, India?

You can take a train from Kalka to Tāj Mahal via New Delhi and Agra Cantt in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal via Kalka, Zirakpur, Tribune Chowk, Kashmiri Gate, Delhi ISBT Kashmiri Gate, and Agra in around 11h 6m.

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Phone: 14646
Email: [email protected]
Website: irctc.co.in

Train from Kalka to New Delhi

Ave. Duration: 4h
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: ₹200–1,600
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹200–250
Third AC (3A): ₹550–700
Second AC (2A): ₹750–950
First Class (1A): ₹1,200–1,600

Train from New Delhi to Agra Cantt

Ave. Duration: 1h 50m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: ₹170–1,400
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹170–210
Third AC (3A): ₹490–600
Second AC (2A): ₹650–850
First Class (1A): ₹1,000–1,400

Train from New Delhi to Agra Cantt

Ave. Duration: 1h 50m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: ₹170–1,400
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹170–210
Third AC (3A): ₹490–600
Second AC (2A): ₹650–850
First Class (1A): ₹1,000–1,400

Train from Kalka to Agra Cantt

Ave. Duration: 7h 30m
Frequency: Twice a week
Estimated price: ₹270–2,100
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹270–330
Third AC (3A): ₹700–900
Second AC (2A): ₹1,000–1,300
First Class (1A): ₹1,600–2,100

Train from Gwalior Jn. to Agra Cantt

Ave. Duration: 1h 19m
Frequency: Every 30 minutes
Estimated price: ₹150–1,200
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹150–180
Third AC (3A): ₹420–550
Second AC (2A): ₹550–700
First Class (1A): ₹900–1,200

Train from Kalka to New Delhi

Ave. Duration: 4h
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: ₹200–1,600
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹200–250
Third AC (3A): ₹550–700
Second AC (2A): ₹750–950
First Class (1A): ₹1,200–1,600

Train from Gwalior Jn. to Agra Cantt

Ave. Duration: 1h 19m
Frequency: Every 30 minutes
Estimated price: ₹150–1,200
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹150–180
Third AC (3A): ₹420–550
Second AC (2A): ₹550–700
First Class (1A): ₹900–1,200

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How to get fromKalka (Station) to Tāj Mahalby train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

There are 8 ways to get from Kalka (Station) to Tāj Mahal by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

Train via Delhi

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