Travelling from Ludhiana to Katra? Skip bus changes and train waiting lists. A private one way cab takes around 9 hrs 30 min for the 325 km trip, with door-to-door pickup and drop and fares from ₹6,000.
Pickup in Ludhiana
Ludhiana is Punjab's biggest city and its industrial engine, known for hosiery, bicycle parts and machine tools. Business travellers, students of Punjab Agricultural University and families visiting relatives make it one of our busiest pickup points. Our driver picks you up from your home, hotel or office anywhere in Ludhiana, including Clock Tower (Ghanta Ghar), Punjab Agricultural University, Rakh Bagh and Ludhiana Junction.
About 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. Our drivers regularly drop passengers at 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 Ludhiana is about 325 km (9 hrs 30 min).
Which car should you choose?
For up to 4 passengers, the Maruti Dzire at ₹6,000 is the most economical choice. Families of 5 or 6 usually take the Maruti Ertiga (₹7,500), while the Innova Crysta (₹10,500) gives the smoothest ride over 325 km. For extra comfort, the Innova Hycross costs ₹11,500.
Ludhiana to Katra taxi fare chart
| Car | Seats | One way fare |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Dzire | 4 | ₹6,000 |
| Brezza | 4 | ₹6,000 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | ₹7,500 |
| Kia Carens | 6 | ₹8,500 |
| Innova Crysta | 6 | ₹10,500 |
| Innova Crysta 7+1 | 7 | ₹10,500 |
| Innova Hycross | 6 | ₹11,500 |
FAQs — Ludhiana to Katra taxi
What is the taxi fare from Ludhiana to Katra?
The one way taxi fare from Ludhiana to Katra starts at ₹6,000 for a Maruti Dzire and goes up to ₹11,500 for the Innova Hycross. These fares include toll tax and state tax.
How far is Katra from Ludhiana by road?
Katra is about 325 km from Ludhiana by road. The drive normally takes 9 hrs 30 min, depending on traffic and stops.
Which taxi is best for a family from Ludhiana to Katra?
For 5 to 6 passengers take the Maruti Ertiga at ₹7,500 or the Innova Crysta at ₹10,500. Up to 4 passengers fit easily in the Maruti Dzire.
Can I book a round trip from Ludhiana to Katra?
Yes. A round trip for 2 days starts at about ₹7,750 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.
Do you have a taxi from Katra back to Ludhiana?
Yes. Our Katra to Ludhiana one way taxi starts at ₹6,000. You can book it on its own page or ask the same driver for the return when we call to confirm.
How do I pay for the Ludhiana 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.