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Madurai Vaishno Devi

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Distance
700 KM
Duration
14 Hours via NH30
Best Time
October to March

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PRICE₹500
TIME12 hours
Bus
PRICE₹800
TIME16 hours

🚆 Train Schedule

No.Train NameDepartureArrivalDays
12633Madurai - Jammu Tawi ExpressTuesday, Friday
12687Kanyakumari - Jammu Tawi ExpressMonday, Thursday
12425Nagercoil - Jammu Tawi ExpressWednesday, Saturday

Stays in Vaishno Devi

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Hotel Dev Residency Inn

Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹2600 /night
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Hotel Maa Gayatri

Near Railway Station, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.2 Km from Station
₹1800 /night
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Maaji Vaishno Palace

Chintamani Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹2200 /night
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Bhagwan Gopi Nath Ji

Jammu Tawi, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.5 Km from Station
₹1000 /night
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Sukkur Bhavan

Near Main Market, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹1300 /night
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The Grand Sharan

Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.0 Km from Station
₹6200 /night
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Shri Multan Sewa Sadan

Dak Bangla Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹1200 /night
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Bloom Hotel Katra

Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.9 Km from Station
₹4800 /night
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Anandham Dyan Kendra

Dudura Area, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

3.0 Km from Town
₹1500 /night
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Hotel The Royal Krishna

Kashmere Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.7 Km from Bus Stand
₹5000 /night
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Hotel Rama Trident

Railway Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.5 Km from Station
₹5200 /night
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Coco Homes Katra

Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.2 Km from Station
₹4500 /night
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The White Hotel (Radisson)

Reasi Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.8 Km from Station
₹9500 /night
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Hotel Vinayak

Banganga Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.4 Km from Yatra Counter
₹2300 /night
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Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels

9 Shrine View, SMVD Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹13500 /night
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The Vaishnodevi Sarovar Portico

Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.0 Km from Station
₹6500 /night
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Best Western Swing High

Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.0 Km from Station
₹5900 /night
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Hotel Ishan

Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.1 Km from Bus Stand
₹2800 /night
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Amritara Maa Katra

Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹4600 /night
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Hotel Lords Paradise

Kashmere Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.7 Km from Bus Stand
₹2100 /night
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Durga Bhavan Trust

Saraswati Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.3 Km from Bus Stand
₹1100 /night
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Hotel Mount View

Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹2400 /night
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Ginger Hotel Katra

Near Railway Station, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.2 Km from Station
₹4400 /night
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Hotel Bali Palace

Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.0 Km from Station
₹2800 /night
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Shree Marwaari Sewa Sangh

Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.7 Km from Bus Stand
₹1500 /night
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Hotel Park View

Opposite Mansa Devi Road

0.8 km from Har Ki Pauri | 1.2 km from Bus Station
₹1400 /night
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Kalika Dham

Near Railway Station, Jammu, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.1 Km from Jammu Station
₹1800 /night
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Lemon Tree Hotel Katra

Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹5800 /night
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Hotel Blue Sapphire

Railway Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.4 Km from Station
₹3200 /night
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Yog Sadhan Ashram

Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.5 Km from Market
₹1100 /night
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Goari Bhawan

Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.6 Km from Station
₹2500 /night
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Shakti Bhawan

Niharika Complex, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹1200 /night
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The Fern Residency Katra

Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.1 Km from Station
₹5500 /night
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Hotel Kalka Royal

Railway Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.4 Km from Station
₹4200 /night
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Trikuta Bhawan

Near 2nd Yatra Counter, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.0 Km from Station
₹900 /night
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Ramada by Wyndham Katra

Railway Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.4 Km from Station
₹8500 /night
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Hotel Pranav

Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹2500 /night
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Dharamshala Baba Banda

Kalka Nagar, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.8 Km from Station
₹900 /night
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Hotel Green Valley

Near Asia Chowk, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.9 Km from Station
₹2200 /night
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Hotel Jagdish Residency

Panthal Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.2 Km from Station
₹3500 /night
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Ashirwad Bhawan

Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.3 Km from Bus Stand
₹1300 /night
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Shri Chintamani Mandir

Upper Bazar, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹700 /night
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Fortune Park (ITC Group)

Near Railway Station, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.3 Km from Station
₹7200 /night
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Shri Sindhi Dharamshala

Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹1000 /night
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Mahamai Sewa Nyas

Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹1200 /night
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Niharika Yatri Niwas

Near Bus Stand, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.2 Km from Bus Stand
₹1500 /night
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Katra Marriott Resort & Spa

Near ICICI Bank, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.5 Km from Station
₹12500 /night
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Hotel Sunshine

Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.6 Km from Bus Stand
₹1900 /night
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Sahib Bandgi Ashram

Near Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

2.5 Km from Town
₹1200 /night
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Mangal Bhawan

Domel Katra Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.3 Km from Station
₹1500 /night
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Shri Nav Durga Mandir Trust

Upper Market Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.4 Km from Bus Stand
₹800 /night
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Saraswati Dham

Near Railway Station, Jammu, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.2 Km from Jammu Station
₹1600 /night
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Vaishnavi Dham

Near Railway Station, Jammu, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.1 Km from Jammu Station
₹1800 /night
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ISKCON Guest House

Domel Katra Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.2 Km from Station
₹3500 /night
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Vivanta Katra

Jammu-Katra Highway, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

2.0 Km from Station
₹14000 /night
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Hotel The Taranant

Katra Town, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹2200 /night
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Shri Annapurna Mandir

Kashmir Road, Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.5 Km from Bus Stand
₹1200 /night
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Punjab Sindh Kurukshetra

Central Katra, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

0.4 Km from Bus Stand
₹1800 /night
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Mast Ram Ashram

Jammu/Katra Link, Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir

1.0 Km from Town
₹800 /night
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📖 Detailed Travel Guide

Travel Guide: Madurai to Vaishno Devi

Embarking on a spiritual journey to Vaishno Devi from Madurai is a rewarding experience. With various transport options and stunning landscapes along the way, here's everything you need to know.

Quick Info Table

Distance (KM) Travel Duration Best Time
700 14 Hours via NH30 October to March

Transport Options

When traveling from Madurai to Vaishno Devi, you have several transport options:

  • Train: The most economical option, with prices starting from ₹500 and a travel time of about 12 hours.
  • Bus: A more comfortable option, taking around 16 hours and costing approximately ₹800.
  • Flight: The fastest way, taking around 5 hours (including transit), but costs about ₹3500.
  • Car: Driving allows for flexibility, costing around ₹3000 for fuel and taking about 14 hours.

Driving Route

If you decide to drive, here’s a suggested route:

  • Start on NH38 from Madurai.
  • Follow NH30 towards Jammu.
  • Take the exit towards Katra for Vaishno Devi.

Places to Visit

While you’re in the area, don’t miss:

  • Vaishno Devi Temple: A must-visit spiritual destination.
  • Katra: The base camp for the pilgrimage to Vaishno Devi.
  • Jammu: Explore local markets and attractions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best time to visit Vaishno Devi is from October to March due to pleasant weather.

The distance from Madurai to Vaishno Devi is approximately 700 km.

You can travel by train, bus, flight, or car to reach Vaishno Devi from Madurai.

The travel duration is around 14 hours by car or train.

Yes, there are several trains that connect Madurai to Jammu Tawi, the nearest station to Vaishno Devi.
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