Amritsar to Delhi Road Distance: 450 km · 7-8 hours · Cab from ₹4,950
Amritsar → Jalandhar → Ludhiana → Ambala → Karnal → Delhi
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Distance
450km
Drive time
7hrs
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Driving Amritsar 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 Amritsar to Delhi road is actually like
Amritsar is the old Grand Trunk Road, NH-44, from Mukarba Chowk to the Golden Temple, and its character is that it never climbs and never quite lets you rest. Sonipat and Murthal go by in the first hour, then Panipat, Karnal and Kurukshetra across Haryana with the road wide and straight. We take the main halt at Haveli in Karnal, which is clean, quick and good for families, though the mutton at Puran Singh's in Ambala has its own following among our drivers. Into Punjab the road stays four-lane but the towns crowd in: Ludhiana and Jalandhar both slow you at their bypasses, and the toll plazas there queue at peak hours. Beyond Jalandhar the land flattens out again through Kartarpur and Beas before the approach to Amritsar. Winter is the thing to plan around. From December into January the Punjab plain fogs over heavily, worst between Ambala and Ludhiana, and a night run that is easy in October becomes a slow crawl on headlights. Summer is simply hot; the monsoon rarely troubles this road.
How far is Delhi from Amritsar?
The distance from Amritsar to Delhi is 450 km by road via NH-44 (GT Road), and the drive takes about 7-8 hours. A one-way AC cab starts from ₹4,950 (sedan), with SUV and Tempo Traveller options also available. Toll and state tax are charged extra at actual.
By Road
450 km
Drive Time
7-8 hours
Cab From
₹4,950
Fuel (self-drive)
₹3,214
Amritsar to Delhi distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 450 km (279 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 7-8 hours
- Best route / highway
- NH-44 (GT Road)
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹4,950 (₹11/km)
- Ertiga SUV cab fare Maruti Ertiga · 6 seater
- ₹6,750 (₹15/km)
- Innova Crysta cab fare Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 seater
- ₹8,100 (₹18/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹10,350 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹3,214 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Amritsar to Delhi: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 450 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 7-8 hours
- Cost
- From ₹4,950
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- 8-10 hrs
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 8-11 hrs
- Cost
- Most economical
- Comfort
- Shared, fixed stops
- Best For
- Backpackers, low budget
Flight
- Travel Time
- 1-1.5 hrs + transfers
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest but airport transfers needed
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Amritsar 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
₹585
01Jalandhar Toll Plaza
- At km
- 80 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹85
02Ludhiana Toll Plaza
- At km
- 140 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹110
03Ambala Toll Plaza
- At km
- 250 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹95
04Karnal Toll Plaza
- At km
- 320 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹130
05Panipat Toll Plaza
- At km
- 360 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹165
Total one-way toll
₹585
* FASTag accepted at all plazas. Rates approximate, may vary. Tolls are billed at actual on your trip.
Amritsar 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 450 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
Year-round.
Local insider tip
Start early to reach Delhi by afternoon. Haveli restaurant at Jalandhar is famous for Punjabi food.
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Amritsar to Delhi FAQs
What is the distance from Amritsar to Delhi by road?
The road distance from Amritsar to Delhi is approximately 450 km via NH-44 (GT Road). By air the straight-line distance is shorter, but 450 km is the actual driving distance you cover by car, cab or bus.
How long does it take to drive from Amritsar to Delhi?
The drive from Amritsar to Delhi takes approximately 7-8 hours via NH-44 (GT Road) 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 Amritsar to Delhi cost?
A cab from Amritsar to Delhi starts at ₹4,950 for an AC sedan (Swift Dzire/Etios). An Ertiga SUV starts at ₹6,750, an Innova Crysta at ₹8,100, and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹10,350. 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 Amritsar to Delhi?
An Ertiga SUV from Amritsar to Delhi starts at ₹6,750 and an Innova Crysta at ₹8,100 for the 450 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 Amritsar to Delhi?
The recommended and fastest route from Amritsar to Delhi is via NH-44 (GT Road). Popular stops en route include Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Ambala, Karnal. 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 Amritsar to Delhi?
Toll charges from Amritsar to Delhi depend on the highway plazas on NH-44 (GT Road) 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 Amritsar to Delhi?
If you self-drive, expect roughly ₹3,214 in petrol/diesel one-way for Amritsar 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 Amritsar by train, bus or flight?
Yes — Amritsar to Delhi is connected by road (7-8 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 Amritsar to Delhi?
Year-round. 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 Amritsar to Delhi?
Popular stops en route include Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Ambala, Karnal. These make convenient halts for food, fuel, restrooms and photos, breaking up the 450 km journey comfortably.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Amritsar to Delhi?
If you only need a single drop, a one-way cab from Amritsar 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 Amritsar to Delhi, and is night travel safe?
Triveni Cabs™ offers AC Sedan, SUV (Innova/Ertiga) and 12-seater Tempo Traveller for Amritsar to Delhi, all GPS-tracked with verified drivers. Daytime travel is recommended, but our experienced drivers handle night drives on the NH-44 (GT Road) safely too.
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