Agra is easily accessible from all the major cities of India as it is well-connected with all major cities in India. Agra being the home to the Taj Mahal, so good connectivity of Agra is with Delhi and with major cities, which is a prime concern as it will help the tourists in getting to the city and around conveniently. You can reach Agra by any of the below mentioned means and all the three are the best way to reach Agra.
| Mode of Transport |
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| By Air (Flight) |
- Nearest Airport: Agra Airport (AGR), also known as Kheria Airport
- Major Flights: Limited domestic flights from Delhi, Mumbai, and other cities
- Alternative Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) – 230 km away
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| By Train |
- Main Railway Stations: Agra Cantt (AGC), Agra Fort (AF), Raja Ki Mandi (RKM)
- Popular Trains: Gatimaan Express (Delhi-Agra), Shatabdi Express, Taj Express
- Travel Time from Delhi: 1.5 to 2 hours
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| By Road (Car/Bus) |
- From Delhi: Via Yamuna Expressway (233 km, approx. 3-4 hours)
- From Jaipur: Via NH-21 (240 km, approx. 4-5 hours)
- Bus Services: Available from Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, and other major cities
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| By Taxi |
- One-way Taxi: Available from Delhi, Jaipur, and nearby cities
- Approximate Cost: ₹2,500 - ₹5,000 depending on the city & vehicle
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| By Bike/Self-Drive |
- Best Route: Delhi to Agra via Yamuna Expressway (Smooth & Fast Route)
- Petrol Pumps: Available along the highway
- Time Taken: 3-4 hours from Delhi
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| Best Time to Travel |
- Winter (October – March): Best season for sightseeing
- Monsoon (July – September): Moderate weather but occasional rain
- Summer (April – June): Very hot; avoid afternoon travel
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By Air
Located about 12.5 km from the heart of the city Agra’s Kheria Airport is well connected to Varanasi, Delhi and Khajuraho. From the airport you can easily get the Taxis to reach the city.
By Train
The four main railway stations of Agra are – the Agra Cantonment, Agra Fort, Raja-ki-Mandi, and Idgah Agra Junction. The connectivity of the city to all the important cities in India by train is very good. There are many super fast express trains connecting Agra to Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata.
By Road
One can easily reach Agra by bus from major cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, and Gwalior. The major Bus Stands in Agra which connect several other major cities of the country are the Idgah Bus Stand, Ford depot, Taj Depot, and Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT).