How To Reach Taj Mahal?

Taj Mahal is counted in the Seven Wonders of the World and is also listed in the UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. Taj Mahal is the finest attraction and the most popular tourist spot of India. It can be called as the loveliest token of love that holds its special place in the hearts of the people. There are various modes through which tourists can easily travel up to Agra.

Reaching Taj Mahal by Air:

Traveling to Agra to visit Taj Mahal the most desirable route can be via Delhi International Airport to Kheria Airport in Agra. International flights like Emirates, Swiss Air, Air Sri Lanka, Bangladesh Biman, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic Ocean, Air France, Lufthansa, KLM, Japanese Airlines, Aeroflot, TWI, Canadian Airlines all connect Delhi from all the major cities of the world. Domestic flights like Air India, Indigo Airlines and Air Deccan operates directly from New Delhi to Agra. Taj Mahal is situated 6 km away from the Airport from where taxis/cabs/auto-rickshaws can be taken easily to visit Taj Mahal.

Reaching Taj Mahal by Railways:

Agra is well connected excellently with Delhi with good trains like Shatabdi Express which takes 2 Hours, Taj Express that takes around 2.5 Hours and Intercity Express that takes approx. 3 Hours. Agra has mostly developed stations like Agra Cantt, Raja ki Mandi, Agra Fort Railway Station Idgah Railway Station. Other junctions like Tundla which is around 22 kms. And Mathura which is approx 50 kms. The most convenient way considered to visit Agra is from Delhi Railway Station. Tourists can also enjoy their time in Palace on Wheels which takes a halt at Agra while going to Rajasthan.

Reaching Taj Mahal by Roadways:

Roadways are also the great way to reach Agra. Visitors from Delhi, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Mathura can always opt for luxury buses to reach Agra. Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation also have the wide network of buses for the visitors of Taj Mahal.

Noida to Agra Yamuna Expressway:

The eight lane Yamuna Expressway is the famous Taj Expressway that would be soon activated from Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) to Agra. The project has been targeted to be complete in 2010 and will be executed by Jaypee Group.

Distance of Agra from major cities:
- Mathura (58 kms)
Bharatpur (60 kms)
Gwalior (118 kms)
Delhi (203 kms)
Jaipur (236 kms)
Khajuraho (393 kms)

Local Transport to visit Taj Mahal

The hotels in Agra mostly conducts the tours for sightseeing tours. Auto-rickshaws, tongas, cycle-rickshaws and taxis are easily available in this area, with negotiable rates. The intercity buses also run from point to point basis. Both AC and non AC taxis and coaches are hired at Agra for local sightseeing.

Taj Mahal Tours

Many sightseeing tours are organized and the train leaves at 10 AM daily from Agra Cantt Railway Station. Tickets can be easily booked in advance from the Northern Railway Reservation Office.