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Agra, home to the Taj Mahal, is one of India’s most visited tourist destinations. The city is well-connected by air, rail, and road, making it easily accessible from Delhi, Jaipur, and other major cities.

 

 By Air – Fastest Option

Agra has a small domestic airport, but the nearest major airport is in Delhi.

 Agra Airport (AGR)
 Distance from City Center: ~13 km
 Flights Available From: Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore (limited flights)

 Transport from Agra Airport to the City:

 Prepaid Taxi / Ride-Sharing Apps (Uber/Ola): ₹300 – ₹800
 Local Auto-Rickshaws: ₹100 – ₹300

 

 Alternative: Fly to Delhi & Drive to Agra

Since Agra Airport has limited flights, most international and domestic travelers fly to Delhi (IGI Airport) and take a road trip to Agra.

 Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Delhi
 Distance from Agra: ~230 km
 Travel Time: 3 – 4 hours (via Yamuna Expressway)

 Transport from Delhi Airport to Agra:
 Private Taxi: ₹3,500 – ₹5,000 (One-way)
 Gatimaan Express Train: ₹750 – ₹1,500 (Fastest train from Delhi)
 Volvo Bus: ₹500 – ₹1,000 (Comfortable & Budget-friendly)

 

 By Train – The Best & Most Affordable Option

Agra is a major railway hub with excellent train connectivity across India.

 Main Railway Stations in Agra:
✔️ Agra Cantt (AGC) – Major station for tourists.
✔️ Agra Fort (AF) – Best for trains from Rajasthan.
✔️ Raja Ki Mandi (RKM) – Best for regional travel.

 Best Trains to Agra

Train Name

From

Travel Time

Gatimaan Express

Delhi → Agra

1 hr 40 min

Shatabdi Express

Delhi → Agra

2 hours

Taj Express

Delhi → Agra

2.5 hours

Rajdhani Express

Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata

16 – 24 hours

Vande Bharat Express

Varanasi → Agra

8 hours

 Train Ticket Prices: ₹100 – ₹1,500 (Based on class & distance)

 Transport from Agra Railway Stations:

  • Auto-Rickshaws: ₹50 – ₹200
  • Cycle Rickshaws (for short distances): ₹20 – ₹100
  • Prepaid Taxi/Uber/Ola: ₹200 – ₹500

 

 By Road – Scenic & Comfortable Option

Agra is well-connected by expressways and highways, making road trips easy and scenic.

 Major Highways & Expressways to Agra:

✔️ Yamuna Expressway (Best from Delhi) – 3-hour drive, smooth road.
✔️ NH44 (From Jaipur & Central India) – Well-maintained highway.
✔️ NH19 (From Kanpur & Lucknow) – Best for travelers from Eastern UP.

 Road Travel from Major Cities to Agra

From

Distance

Travel Time

Best Route

Delhi

230 km

3 – 4 hrs

Yamuna Expressway

Jaipur

240 km

4 – 5 hrs

NH21

Lucknow

340 km

5 – 6 hrs

Agra-Lucknow Expressway

Varanasi

620 km

8 – 10 hrs

NH19

Gwalior

120 km

2 hrs

NH44