Distance
340 KM
Duration
7 Hours via NH44
Best Time
October to March
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Train
PRICE₹550
TIME7-8 Hours
Bus
PRICE₹500
TIME8 Hours
🚆 Train Schedule
| No. | Train Name | Departure | Arrival | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12345 | Ludhiana Express | Daily | ||
| 54321 | Vaishno Devi Special | Mon-Sat | ||
| 67890 | Shatabdi Express | Daily |
Stays in Vaishno Devi
Best budget & couple friendly optionsThe Grand Sharan
Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.0 Km from Station
₹6200
/night
Hotel Green Valley
Near Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.9 Km from Station
₹2200
/night
Vivanta Katra
Jammu-Katra Highway, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
2.0 Km from Station
₹14000
/night
Shri Annapurna Mandir
Kashmir Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹1200
/night
Hotel Jagdish Residency
Panthal Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.2 Km from Station
₹3500
/night
Hotel Mount View
Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹2400
/night
Shri Sindhi Dharamshala
Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹1000
/night
Yog Sadhan Ashram
Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.5 Km from Market
₹1100
/night
Hotel Dev Residency Inn
Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹2600
/night
ISKCON Guest House
Domel Katra Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.2 Km from Station
₹3500
/night
Hotel Kalka Royal
Railway Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.4 Km from Station
₹4200
/night
The Fern Residency Katra
Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.1 Km from Station
₹5500
/night
Bloom Hotel Katra
Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.9 Km from Station
₹4800
/night
Punjab Sindh Kurukshetra
Central Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.4 Km from Bus Stand
₹1800
/night
Hotel Lords Paradise
Kashmere Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.7 Km from Bus Stand
₹2100
/night
Dharamshala Baba Banda
Kalka Nagar, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.8 Km from Station
₹900
/night
Mahamai Sewa Nyas
Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹1200
/night
Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels
9 Shrine View, SMVD Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹13500
/night
Hotel Ishan
Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.1 Km from Bus Stand
₹2800
/night
Vaishnavi Dham
Near Railway Station, Jammu, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.1 Km from Jammu Station
₹1800
/night
Shri Nav Durga Mandir Trust
Upper Market Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.4 Km from Bus Stand
₹800
/night
Hotel Park View
Opposite Mansa Devi Road
0.8 km from Har Ki Pauri | 1.2 km from Bus Station
₹1400
/night
Sukkur Bhavan
Near Main Market, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹1300
/night
Goari Bhawan
Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.6 Km from Station
₹2500
/night
Sahib Bandgi Ashram
Near Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
2.5 Km from Town
₹1200
/night
Lemon Tree Hotel Katra
Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹5800
/night
Maaji Vaishno Palace
Chintamani Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹2200
/night
Shakti Bhawan
Niharika Complex, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹1200
/night
Saraswati Dham
Near Railway Station, Jammu, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.2 Km from Jammu Station
₹1600
/night
Mangal Bhawan
Domel Katra Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.3 Km from Station
₹1500
/night
The White Hotel (Radisson)
Reasi Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.8 Km from Station
₹9500
/night
Niharika Yatri Niwas
Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹1500
/night
Ashirwad Bhawan
Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.3 Km from Bus Stand
₹1300
/night
Best Western Swing High
Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.0 Km from Station
₹5900
/night
Bhagwan Gopi Nath Ji
Jammu Tawi, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.5 Km from Station
₹1000
/night
Trikuta Bhawan
Near 2nd Yatra Counter, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.0 Km from Station
₹900
/night
Shri Multan Sewa Sadan
Dak Bangla Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹1200
/night
Mast Ram Ashram
Jammu/Katra Link, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.0 Km from Town
₹800
/night
Shree Marwaari Sewa Sangh
Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.7 Km from Bus Stand
₹1500
/night
Coco Homes Katra
Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.2 Km from Station
₹4500
/night
Hotel Vinayak
Banganga Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.4 Km from Yatra Counter
₹2300
/night
Ramada by Wyndham Katra
Railway Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.4 Km from Station
₹8500
/night
Durga Bhavan Trust
Saraswati Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.3 Km from Bus Stand
₹1100
/night
Hotel Rama Trident
Railway Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.5 Km from Station
₹5200
/night
Hotel Sunshine
Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹1900
/night
The Vaishnodevi Sarovar Portico
Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.0 Km from Station
₹6500
/night
Ginger Hotel Katra
Near Railway Station, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.2 Km from Station
₹4400
/night
Anandham Dyan Kendra
Dudura Area, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
3.0 Km from Town
₹1500
/night
Hotel Blue Sapphire
Railway Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.4 Km from Station
₹3200
/night
Hotel The Taranant
Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹2200
/night
Hotel Pranav
Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹2500
/night
Hotel Maa Gayatri
Near Railway Station, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.2 Km from Station
₹1800
/night
Hotel Bali Palace
Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.0 Km from Station
₹2800
/night
Kalika Dham
Near Railway Station, Jammu, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.1 Km from Jammu Station
₹1800
/night
Katra Marriott Resort & Spa
Near ICICI Bank, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
1.5 Km from Station
₹12500
/night
Shri Chintamani Mandir
Upper Bazar, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹700
/night
Hotel The Royal Krishna
Kashmere Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.7 Km from Bus Stand
₹5000
/night
Amritara Maa Katra
Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹4600
/night
Fortune Park (ITC Group)
Near Railway Station, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir
0.3 Km from Station
₹7200
/night
📖 Detailed Travel Guide
Travel Guide: Ludhiana to Vaishno Devi
Embarking on a spiritual journey to Vaishno Devi from Ludhiana is both thrilling and fulfilling. This guide provides you with all the necessary details to plan your trip efficiently.
Quick Info Table
| Mode of Transport | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Train | ₹550 | 7-8 Hours |
| Bus | ₹500 | 8 Hours |
| Flight | ₹2000 | 1 Hour |
| Car | ₹1500 (fuel approx) | 7 Hours |
Driving Route
The most common route from Ludhiana to Vaishno Devi is via NH44. The journey takes approximately 7 hours under normal traffic conditions. Make sure to take breaks for refreshments and enjoy the scenic views along the way.
Places to Visit
- Vaishno Devi Temple
- Bhairon Temple
- Ardh Kuwari Cave
- Katra Market for local shopping
- Patnitop for scenic beauty
Plan your journey well, and enjoy the divine experience at Vaishno Devi!
Frequently Asked Questions
The best time to visit is from October to March when the weather is pleasant.
The distance is approximately 340 kilometers.
You can travel by train, bus, car, or flight. Each has different durations and prices.
Yes, there are several trains that run directly from Ludhiana to Katra, the base for Vaishno Devi.
It takes approximately 7 hours by car, depending on traffic conditions.
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