How to Reach Kashmir From Delhi (2026)
Before you book the cheapest Kashmir tour from Delhi, you should know how to reach. Here we are going to guide you step by step. Reaching Kashmir from Delhi is easier than ever. Here are your options, cheapest to fastest.
Choosing the right route can reduce total travel cost while keeping the journey comfortable and efficient.
✈️ Option 1: By Vande Bharat Train (From Delhi (via Katra) To Srinagar
This is the budget favourite. The Katra–Srinagar Vande Bharat Express launched in June 2025, and now, from Delhi in 2026, the ride crosses the Chenab Bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge.
- Delhi → Katra (Vande Bharat / Rajdhani): ₹1,500–₹2,000 per person
- Katra → Srinagar (Vande Bharat): ₹715 (AC Chair Car) to ₹1,320 (Executive Chair Car)
- Total train fare: Approximately ₹2,200–₹3,300 per person
You change trains at Katra with a short security-check break. Book both legs on the official IRCTC site, ideally a few weeks ahead.
🚆 Option 2: By Flight From Delhi To Srinagar(Fastest)
You can book a direct flight from Delhi → Srinagar, which takes about 1.5 hours, with IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Air India flying daily. Round-trip fares run ₹8,000–₹10,000; book 30–45 days early, and Tuesday or Wednesday flights are usually cheapest.
✈️ By Train to Jammu + Road
The classic budget route: a train to Jammu Tawi (₹350–₹2,500 by class), then a shared cab or bus to Srinagar (₹800–₹1,500). Total about ₹1,200–₹4,000 per person.
For travelers from Kolkata or South India, flying to Delhi and then taking a train or connecting flight to Srinagar is typically the most economical combination.
Add Vaishno Devi (Katra) to Your Trip
Because the train route runs through Katra Railway Station, many Delhi travellers add a night there for the Vaishno Devi darshan, before heading up to Srinagar. If you’d like the blessing before the valley, tell us at booking, and we’ll plan the Katra stop into your route.
Standard vs Deluxe — What Is the Difference?
Compare standard and deluxe Kashmir tour packages based on price, comfort, and hotel quality.
| Feature |
Standard Package |
Deluxe Package |
| Starting Price |
₹8,500 /Per person |
₹10,200 / Per person |
| Hotel Category |
Budget hotel |
Mid-range hotel |
| Room Comfort |
Basic — clean essentials |
Larger rooms, better views |
| Meals |
Home-style meals |
Restaurant-quality meals |
| Transport |
Shared/standard cab |
Private cab included |
| Best For |
Budget travelers |
Families & couples |
Both options use verified properties. The difference is room size, meal quality, and hotel location — not safety or cleanliness standards.