Delhi to Srinagar Road Distance: 810 km · 16-18 hours · Cab from ₹8,910
Delhi → Ambala → Ludhiana → Jalandhar → Pathankot → Jammu → Udhampur → Banihal → Srinagar
Hairpins, tea stops and a driver who has done this climb a hundred times.
Cab fare, all inclusive
Distance
810km
Drive time
16hrs
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Driving Delhi to Srinagar: what this corridor is like
Hill-trained drivers
Every driver on this corridor has logged the climb in all four seasons and carries chains from December to February.
Start before sunrise
Leaving by 5 AM clears the plains before traffic and puts you on the ghat section in daylight, which is the whole point of a road trip here.
Permits and stops handled
Rohtang, Atal Tunnel timings, Kufri parking, Kempty falls — the driver knows which need a permit and which are worth the detour.
How far is Srinagar from Delhi?
The distance from Delhi to Srinagar is 810 km by road via NH-44 via Ambala, Jalandhar, Jammu & Banihal, and the drive takes about 16-18 hours. A one-way AC cab starts from ₹8,910 (sedan), with SUV and Tempo Traveller options also available. Toll and state tax are charged extra at actual.
By Road
810 km
Drive Time
16-18 hours
Cab From
₹8,910
Fuel (self-drive)
₹5,786
Delhi to Srinagar distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 810 km (503 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 16-18 hours
- Best route / highway
- NH-44 via Ambala, Jalandhar, Jammu & Banihal
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹8,910 (₹11/km)
- Ertiga SUV cab fare Maruti Ertiga · 6 seater
- ₹12,150 (₹15/km)
- Innova Crysta cab fare Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 seater
- ₹14,580 (₹18/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹18,630 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹5,786 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Delhi to Srinagar: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 810 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 16-18 hours
- Cost
- From ₹8,910
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- Nearest railhead + timetable
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 17-24 hrs
- Cost
- Most economical
- Comfort
- Shared, fixed stops
- Best For
- Backpackers, low budget
Flight
- Travel Time
- Nearest airport + transfers
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest leg, transfers both ends
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Delhi to Srinagar, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Delhi to Srinagar 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 810 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
April to October for the drive. December to February the Banihal section can close after heavy snowfall, so check road status before starting.
Local insider tip
This is the standard Delhi to Kashmir road route. Almost nobody drives it in one go — halt at Jammu or Patnitop and enter the valley the next morning, when the Ramban-Banihal section is clearest. Traffic on that stretch is often one-way regulated, so start early.
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Delhi to Srinagar FAQs
What is the distance from Delhi to Srinagar by road?
The road distance from Delhi to Srinagar is 810 km via NH-44 via Ambala, Jalandhar, Jammu & Banihal, running through Ambala, Ludhiana, Jalandhar. That is the driving distance a car actually covers, not the straight-line distance.
How long does it take to drive from Delhi to Srinagar?
About 16-18 hours via NH-44 via Ambala, Jalandhar, Jammu & Banihal, which makes this a full day behind the wheel rather than a half-day trip. A 5-6 AM start is what gets you in before dark; leaving late turns the last stretch into night driving.
How much does a cab from Delhi to Srinagar cost?
A cab from Delhi to Srinagar starts at ₹8,910 for an AC sedan, ₹12,150 for an Ertiga, ₹14,580 for an Innova Crysta and ₹18,630 for a 12-seater Tempo Traveller. Outstation trips are billed on a 300 km per day minimum. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
How is the Delhi to Srinagar drive broken up?
The route passes Ambala then Ludhiana then Jalandhar then Pathankot then Jammu then Udhampur then Banihal. On a 16-18 hours journey that is a natural set of stages: take the first break around Ambala before the traffic thins, and plan the longer halt near Pathankot.
Should you break the Delhi to Srinagar journey overnight?
At 16-18 hours it is doable in one day with an early start and many passengers do it. Two things change the answer: a driver on a run this long needs real rest breaks, and arriving after dark somewhere unfamiliar is the part people regret. If the schedule allows, an overnight halt near Udhampur splits it comfortably.
Which vehicle is best for the Delhi to Srinagar road?
This route includes hill sections, so the vehicle matters more than on a plains run. An Ertiga or Innova Crysta from ₹12,150 handles gradients and hairpins with a full load better than a sedan, and a Tempo Traveller from ₹18,630 is the usual choice for a group. The road-condition notes on this page describe the stretch in detail.
When should you avoid travelling from Delhi to Srinagar?
April to October for the drive. December to February the Banihal section can close after heavy snowfall, so check road status before starting. Those windows are about the road rather than the forecast - a closed or damaged stretch changes the journey time, not just the comfort. Confirm conditions before booking in the months named above.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Delhi to Srinagar?
A one-way cab is cheaper when you only need the drop - you do not pay for the empty return. Choose a round trip when you want the same car and driver waiting, which is normally better value for a same-day return on a 16-18 hours route.
What is the approximate fuel cost from Delhi to Srinagar?
Self-driving Delhi to Srinagar costs roughly ₹5,786 in fuel one way at about 14 km/l. A Triveni cab includes fuel in the fare, so toll and state tax are the only extras.
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