Amritsar is a brilliant tapestry of rich history, spiritual fervor and culinary treats in the heart of Punjab. Such is this busy city, the land which nurtures many souls; its crowning jewel being the Guru Dwarwara — Golden Temple, a radiant icon of harmony and divinity that invites millions every year from across the globe. But Amritsar is not only about soaking in the sight of its holy waters, but also a place to eat delicious Punjabi food, walk into the Jallianwala Bagh massacre stories and see the Wagah Border ceremony.
So, if you are in the mood for a little adventure, here is how you get to this beautiful city.
How to Reach Amritsar
Amritsar is also not difficult to reach as it is connected through a well-planned mode of transportation. No matter where you are traveling from, be it Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore or Chennai or Trivandrum or Kolkata or Bhubaneswar etc., there is plenty to choose from as per your travel choice and budget.
1. From Delhi to Amritsar
The most frequently used option to travel Amritsar from Delhi is by Train. The train journey will take around 6–7 hours and trains like Shatabdi Express or Amritsar Mail can be boarded from New Delhi Railway Station. The train is a little more leisurely ride with the Shatabdi often including meals.
By Air: In case you wish to fly down, resume flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport take about 1.5 hours. Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have daily flights to the Maldives.
Road: For the adventurous, a road trip can be exciting! Amritsar, located at a distance of approximately 450 kilometers from Delhi, is an 8-9 hour drive away. Either by car—for which you can easily rent in New Delhi—or by bus; the 10-hour journey along NH44 is smooth.
2. From Mumbai
Flight: The fastest way to get from Mumbai to Amritsar is by flying. It is a 2.5-hour flight away by direct and non-stop flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Daily flights are served by major airlines such as Vistara, IndiGo, etc.
By Train: For those who have the time to spare, taking a train like the Punjab Mail would save you the precious hours spent at rest stops – this journey takes about 26-30 hours overnight. This involves taking in the Indian countryside views through your senses.
3. From Hyderabad
By Air: Direct flights are available from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Amritsar which can take 2-3 hours. There are multiple options available all through the day by SpiceJet and IndiGo.
4. From Bangalore
Flight: The most convenient option from Bangalore It takes about 2.5 hours by air and airlines provide direct services from here which touches down at Amritsar airport.
5. From Chennai
By Air: From Chennai International Airport to Amritsar you can book flight tickets which generally have a stopover and the total travel time would be 4-5 hours.
6. From Trivandrum
By Air: For Trivandrum, the nearest airport is Amritsar. Flights usually have at least one-stop typically take 5-6 hours to reach there.
7. From Kolkata
→ By Flight: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport will be another way as there are flights available for Amritsar, it will take approx 2 hours time. Flights are available daily.
8. From Bhubaneswar
Air: As with other cities, the best mode is by air. Stopovers: This trip takes about one or two stopovers which takes anywhere from 5 to 7 hours.
Few Tips to Get the Most from Your Amritsar Vacation
- Book ahead: Ask for a seat – In the summer, it’s better to reserve your plane tickets or railway tickets ahead (in most cases on MakeMyTrip / ClearTrip/EaseMyTrip) than booking them last-minute.
- Drink Lots of Water: The heat can be harsh in the summer months in Amritsar, so do drink lots of water especially if you want to check out all attractions by walking around.
- Trying out the famous Amritsari Kulchas and the delectable Lassi at local dhabas is a must try. Check out Kesar Da Dhaba for more local flavours, and smash out the golden brown rotis stuffed with cheese from iconic spots like Bhrawan Da Dhaba.
- Cultural salon: Dress appropriately and abide by the local customs during your visit to the Golden Temple Heaven is a place of worship, and you will be glad to have decorum.
- Be punctual to the Wagah Border ceremony and plan your time around the evening prayers at Golden Temple— it has a different charm altogether.
Not to mention, the beautiful Amritsari people and their culture; Amritsar is a place that will leave you delighted long after leaving this city full of wonder. So, grab your bags and book your tickets and be ready to visit the Golden City.
You can plan your itinerary and locations to visit using sites like Trip Advisor and Thrillophilia for more extensive travel tips regarding Amritsar. Happy travels!
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