Travelling from Amritsar to Katra? Skip bus changes and train waiting lists. A private one way cab takes around 6 hrs 30 min for the 225 km trip, with door-to-door pickup and drop and fares from ₹3,300.
Pickup in Amritsar
Amritsar is our home base and the spiritual capital of the Sikh faith. Lakhs of visitors arrive every month for Sri Harmandir Sahib, so our drivers know the old-city lanes, the heritage street parking and the early-morning darshan timings well. We collect you from any address in Amritsar, including Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple), Jallianwala Bagh, Attari-Wagah Border and Partition Museum.
Arriving in Katra
Katra is the base town for the Mata Vaishno Devi yatra. We drop you near the Banganga gate or your hotel, so you can register and start the trek without delay. Common drop locations include Mata Vaishno Devi base camp, Banganga, Katra bus stand and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Railway Station.
Planning your yatra to Katra
Festival days and weekends bring very large crowds to Katra. Book a day or two ahead for those dates so a car is reserved for you. The drive from Amritsar is about 225 km (6 hrs 30 min).
Which car should you choose?
For up to 4 passengers, the Maruti Dzire at ₹3,300 is the most economical choice. Families of 5 or 6 usually take the Maruti Ertiga (₹4,300), while the Innova Crysta (₹5,600) gives the smoothest ride over 225 km. For extra comfort, the Innova Hycross costs ₹6,900.
Amritsar to Katra taxi fare chart
| Car | Seats | One way fare |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Dzire | 4 | ₹3,300 est. |
| Brezza | 4 | ₹4,000 est. |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | ₹4,300 est. |
| Kia Carens | 6 | ₹5,000 est. |
| Innova Crysta | 6 | ₹5,600 est. |
| Innova Crysta 7+1 | 7 | ₹6,000 est. |
| Innova Hycross | 6 | ₹6,900 est. |
FAQs — Amritsar to Katra taxi
What is the taxi fare from Amritsar to Katra?
The one way taxi fare from Amritsar to Katra starts at ₹3,300 for a Maruti Dzire and goes up to ₹6,900 for the Innova Hycross. These fares are estimated from the distance of about 225 km; our team confirms the final fare on call before the trip.
How far is Katra from Amritsar by road?
Katra is about 225 km from Amritsar by road. The drive normally takes 6 hrs 30 min, depending on traffic and stops.
Which taxi is best for a family from Amritsar to Katra?
For 5 to 6 passengers take the Maruti Ertiga at ₹4,300 or the Innova Crysta at ₹5,600. Up to 4 passengers fit easily in the Maruti Dzire.
Can I book a round trip from Amritsar to Katra?
Yes. A round trip for 2 days starts at about ₹6,100 for a Maruti Dzire, including driver allowance. Tolls, parking and state entry taxes are extra on round trips. Select Round Trip on this page to see the fare for every car.
Can the driver wait while we visit Katra?
On a one way booking the driver leaves after the drop. If you want the car to wait and bring you back, choose a round trip; the driver stays with you for the booked days.
How do I pay for the Amritsar to Katra cab?
No advance is needed for most bookings. Pay the driver at the end of the trip by cash, Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm or any UPI app.
