Agra to Delhi Road Distance: 230 km · 3-4 hours · Cab from ₹3,300
Agra → Mathura → Delhi
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Distance
230km
Drive time
3hrs
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Driving Agra to Delhi: what this corridor is like
Expressway-first routing
Delhi–Meerut, Dwarka and Yamuna expressways change the drive time by an hour; the driver picks the one that is open, not the one on the map.
Airport and terminal exact
IGI T1, T2, T3, Jewar and Hindon each have their own pickup zone and fare; the booking names the terminal so nobody circles.
Night and early-morning runs
The NCR fleet runs 24×7 with no night surcharge — the same fare at 3 AM as at 3 PM.
What the Agra to Delhi road is actually like
Agra is the easiest long drive out of Delhi because the Yamuna Expressway does nearly all the work. You leave on the Noida Expressway, clear Pari Chowk at Greater Noida, and from there it is six flat lanes running past Jewar with fields on either side. Speed cameras are live along its length, so the driver holds a steady hundred rather than racing. The halt worth making is Mathura, off the expressway an hour short of Agra, for peda and tea; the only slow part of the day is Agra city itself, which is why we park near Shilpgram and send you on by e-rickshaw to the Taj. What changes with the season is the fog. From December into January the expressway can be blanketed at dawn and the driver has to crawl on fog lamps, the one time a sunrise plan is best given up. In summer the sun is brutal by ten, and in the monsoon it is Agra's own streets, not the expressway, that hold water.
How far is Delhi from Agra?
The distance from Agra to Delhi is 230 km by road via Yamuna Expressway, and the drive takes about 3-4 hours. A one-way AC cab starts from ₹3,300 (sedan), with SUV and Tempo Traveller options also available. Toll and state tax are charged extra at actual.
By Road
230 km
Drive Time
3-4 hours
Cab From
₹3,300
Fuel (self-drive)
₹1,643
Agra to Delhi distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 230 km (143 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 3-4 hours
- Best route / highway
- Yamuna Expressway
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹3,300 (₹11/km)
- Ertiga SUV cab fare Maruti Ertiga · 6 seater
- ₹4,500 (₹15/km)
- Innova Crysta cab fare Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 seater
- ₹5,400 (₹18/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹6,900 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹1,643 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Agra to Delhi: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 230 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 3-4 hours
- Cost
- From ₹3,300
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- 3-4 hrs
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 4-5 hrs
- Cost
- Most economical
- Comfort
- Shared, fixed stops
- Best For
- Backpackers, low budget
Flight
- Travel Time
- Not practical
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest but airport transfers needed
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Agra to Delhi, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Toll plazas on this route
Total toll
₹285
01Mathura Toll Plaza
- At km
- 70 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹130
02Jewar Toll Plaza
- At km
- 170 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹155
Total one-way toll
₹285
* FASTag accepted at all plazas. Rates approximate, may vary. Tolls are billed at actual on your trip.
Agra to Delhi cab fare
Fuel and driver included · Tolls and taxes extra
Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
Ertiga SUV
Maruti Ertiga · 6 Seater
Innova Crysta
Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
* Toll & state tax extra at actual. Fares based on 230 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
Year-round. Evening return recommended after Agra sightseeing.
Local insider tip
Leave Agra by 4 PM to reach Delhi by 8 PM. Stop at Mathura for famous Peda sweets.
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Agra to Delhi FAQs
What is the distance from Agra to Delhi by road?
The road distance from Agra to Delhi is approximately 230 km via Yamuna Expressway. By air the straight-line distance is shorter, but 230 km is the actual driving distance you cover by car, cab or bus.
How long does it take to drive from Agra to Delhi?
The drive from Agra to Delhi takes approximately 3-4 hours via Yamuna Expressway in normal traffic. Starting early morning (5-6 AM) helps you avoid city congestion and reduces total travel time.
How much does a cab from Agra to Delhi cost?
A cab from Agra to Delhi starts at ₹3,300 for an AC sedan (Swift Dzire/Etios). An Ertiga SUV starts at ₹4,500, an Innova Crysta at ₹5,400, and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹6,900. Outstation trips are billed on a 300 km per day minimum. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
What is the cab fare for an SUV or Innova from Agra to Delhi?
An Ertiga SUV from Agra to Delhi starts at ₹4,500 and an Innova Crysta at ₹5,400 for the 230 km trip. The published rates are ₹15/km for Ertiga and ₹18/km for Innova, with the outstation minimum applied. Ertiga seats 6 passengers and Innova seats 7; both are options for families and hill or rough-road sections.
What is the best route from Agra to Delhi?
The recommended and fastest route from Agra to Delhi is via Yamuna Expressway. Popular stops en route include Mathura. Our drivers know all alternative routes and pick the optimal path based on live traffic, road work and weather.
How much toll do you pay from Agra to Delhi?
Toll charges from Agra to Delhi depend on the highway plazas on Yamuna Expressway and are paid at actual via FASTag. The driver handles all toll payments and they are added transparently to your final bill — there are no hidden charges.
What is the approximate fuel cost from Agra to Delhi?
If you self-drive, expect roughly ₹1,643 in petrol/diesel one-way for Agra to Delhi (based on about 14 km/l). Booking a Triveni cab includes fuel in the fare, so you only pay toll and state tax extra.
Can I reach Delhi from Agra by train, bus or flight?
Yes — Agra to Delhi is connected by road (3-4 hours by cab), and most major routes also have trains and state/private buses. A private cab is the most flexible option with door-to-door pickup, no fixed timing and freedom to stop en route.
What is the best time to travel from Agra to Delhi?
Year-round. Evening return recommended after Agra sightseeing. For the smoothest drive, start early in the day to avoid traffic and reach Delhi with daylight to spare.
What are the best stops en route from Agra to Delhi?
Popular stops en route include Mathura. These make convenient halts for food, fuel, restrooms and photos, breaking up the 230 km journey comfortably.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Agra to Delhi?
If you only need a single drop, a one-way cab from Agra to Delhi is cheaper because you do not pay for the return run. Choose a round trip when you want the same car and driver to wait and bring you back — it works out economical for same-day return.
What vehicles are available for Agra to Delhi, and is night travel safe?
Triveni Cabs™ offers AC Sedan, SUV (Innova/Ertiga) and 12-seater Tempo Traveller for Agra to Delhi, all GPS-tracked with verified drivers. Daytime travel is recommended, but our experienced drivers handle night drives on the Yamuna Expressway safely too.
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