🚕 How to Reach Katra from Jammu
JAT or SVDK — where to get off, Jammu→Katra options, parking and prepaid-taxi advice.
🚉 Where to get off: JAT vs SVDK
From Delhi / UP / Bihar
Take a direct SVDK train (like Uttar Sampark Kranti, Puja Express). If full, come to Jammu (JAT), then taxi/bus to Katra.
From Punjab / Jammu side
Get off at Jammu Tawi (JAT) — Katra is near. Sharing taxi/bus covers 45 km. A direct SVDK train is best if available.
From rest of India
Reach Delhi/Jammu first, then as above. See train combos on the /trains-to-katra page.
🚕 Jammu → Katra fare table
| Mode | Fare | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private taxi | TODO: official/prepaid counter rate likho | TODO: approx time likho | Take only from prepaid counter. |
| Shared taxi | TODO: official/prepaid counter rate likho | TODO: approx time likho | Leaves when seats fill. |
| Bus | TODO: official rate likho | TODO: approx time likho | Cheapest option. |
⚠️ Fares change — confirm on official site / prepaid counter before travel.
🅿️ Parking & local transport
Vehicle parking is available in Katra — confirm fee and location on the official site / on the spot.
Parking fee: TODO: parking fee likho
Auto and walking are the main local options in Katra. A pre-booked hotel makes pickup easy.
🧾 Prepaid taxi advice
Hire taxis only from prepaid counters at Jammu station/airport and Katra — overcharging without receipt is commonly reported. Read anti-fraud rules on /scam-alerts.
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