The cheapest taxi option for Delhi to Agra is a Sedan (Maruti Dzire or Toyota Etios) at ₹3,300 for a one-way booking. SUV (Innova/Ertiga) costs ₹4,200 and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller costs ₹6,000. All fares include fuel, driver and AC; tolls and state tax are additional at actual.
Road Trip Guide
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Delhi to Agra
by Car
DelhiAgra
230 km · 3-4 hours drive · cab from ₹3,300
Distance
230km
Drive Time
3hrs
Highway
Cab From
₹3,300
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How far is Agra from Delhi by car?
Agra is approximately 230 km from Delhi by road, a drive of about 3-4 hours depending on traffic and stops. The recommended vehicle is a Sedan (Swift Dzire), and a one-way AC cab starts at ₹3,300 (sedan), ₹4,200 (SUV), or ₹6,000 (tempo). Toll and state tax are extra. Start by 5-6 AM for the smoothest run.
Need a reliable ride from Delhi to Agra? Cover the 230 km stretch in approximately 3-4 hours. A Sedan (Swift Dzire) is available for solo travellers, families and groups alike. Fares are fixed and all-inclusive — no surge, no hidden charges.
Your Route
Delhi
Delhi to Greater Noida · 40km · Excellent
Greater Noida to Jewar · 40km · Excellent
Jewar to Mathura · 100km · Excellent
Mathura to Agra · 60km · Good
Agra
Excellent
Good
Moderate
Poor
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Segment by Segment
The Road Ahead
4 segments · 230 km total
Noida Expressway, modern infrastructure
Yamuna Expressway begins, 6-lane world-class road
Flat fertile plains, Yamuna Expressway speed limit 100 km/h
Krishna Janmabhoomi temple, famous Mathura peda sweets
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Delhi to Agra Cab
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Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
Most Popular
SUV
Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
When to Go
Seasonal Road Conditions
Winter Driving Conditions
Dec — Feb
Perfect weather for sightseeing (Oct-Feb). Morning fog possible on expressway — use fog lights and maintain distance.
Driving Tips
1
Leave Delhi by 4-5 AM to reach Agra for sunrise at Taj Mahal — the best light for photos
2
Yamuna Expressway is toll-based (₹155 per car) — keep FASTag active for smooth passage
3
Stop at Mathura (160 km) for famous peda sweets — every shop sells them, pick Brijwasi brand
4
Speed cameras are active on Yamuna Expressway — maintain limit of 100 km/h
5
Agra's inner city roads are chaotic — park near Shilpgram and take e-rickshaw to Taj Mahal
Food Stops
1Greater Noida (40 km)
2Yamuna Expressway food court (120 km)
3Mathura (160 km)
Best Car for This Trip
We recommend Sedan (Swift Dzire) for the Delhi to Agra drive. Well-maintained highway makes a sedan the perfect, cost-effective choice.
Fuel Planning
3 fuel stations along the route. Limited pumps on parts of this route — fill up at every opportunity.
The Delhi to Agra road trip by the numbers
Distance, driving time, fuel stop counts and indicative fares verified weekly against our drivers' actual route runs.
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The single biggest mistake first-time road-trippers make on Delhi–Manali is not stopping at Mandi for lunch. Plan your fuel and food stops in advance — it cuts your real travel time by an hour because you're not hunting for somewhere on the way.
Pankaj Singh Gaur
Founder & CEO, Triveni Cabs
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More about driving from Delhi to Agra
Verified against these sources
Verified against official tourism, transport and weather data. We refresh these sources quarterly.
- GOVNational Highways Authority of India (NHAI)— official toll plaza, FASTag and national-highway data(nhai.gov.in)
- GOVParivahan Seva (Ministry of Road Transport)— official commercial vehicle permit and tax portal(parivahan.gov.in)
- GOVYamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority— official Yamuna Expressway authority (Delhi–Agra)(yeida.gov.in)
- WIKIYamuna Expressway (Wikipedia)— Greater Noida to Agra controlled-access expressway(en.wikipedia.org)
- WIKITaj Mahal (Wikipedia)— UNESCO World Heritage Site, Agra(en.wikipedia.org)
- WIKIAgra Fort (Wikipedia)— UNESCO World Heritage Site, Agra(en.wikipedia.org)
Quick Answer
How far is Agra from Delhi by car?
Agra is approximately 230 km from Delhi by road. The drive takes around 3-4 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
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Delhi to Agra Road Trip FAQs
Agra is approximately 230 km from Delhi by road. The drive takes around 3-4 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
The Delhi to Agra drive takes about 3-4 hours for the 230 km journey, including short breaks. Early-morning departures avoid city traffic and, on hill routes, let you cover the mountain stretches in daylight.
For the Delhi to Agra drive, a Sedan (Swift Dzire) is recommended. For families, an SUV like Innova/Ertiga offers more space and comfort. Solo travellers or couples can opt for a sedan like Swift Dzire.
A cab from Delhi to Agra starts at ₹3,300 for an AC Sedan (₹11/km). SUV starts at ₹4,200 (₹14/km). Tempo Traveller at ₹6,000 (₹20/km). Toll and state tax extra.
The recommended driving route from Delhi to Agra follows the main national highways and expressways for the smoothest, fastest journey across 230 km. Our drivers know the optimal route, real-time diversions, and the cleanest rest stops along the way.
Yes, the Delhi to Agra route is generally safe with well-maintained highways for most stretches. However, mountain sections (if any) require careful driving. We recommend experienced drivers for hill routes, especially during monsoon and winter.
Popular food stops on the Delhi to Agra route include highway dhabas and restaurants at major towns en route. Our drivers know the best clean and hygienic food stops. We recommend stopping every 2-3 hours for refreshments.
October to March is generally the most comfortable window for the Delhi to Agra drive, with pleasant weather and clear roads. Avoid peak monsoon on hill routes due to landslide risk, and start at 5-6 AM year-round to beat traffic and heat.
A one-way cab from Delhi to Agra is cheapest if you are not returning, saving up to 50% versus round-trip. Choose round-trip if you plan to come back within a day or two and want the same driver and vehicle waiting for you.
There are several fuel stations and rest stops spaced along the Delhi to Agra highway. On remote or hill stretches, pumps thin out, so our drivers top up the tank in advance and plan rest breaks every 2-3 hours.
Yes, Triveni Cabs offers both one-way and round-trip cab service from Delhi to Agra. One-way booking saves up to 50% compared to round-trip. Call 7668570551 or WhatsApp for instant quotes.
Driving from Delhi to Agra gives door-to-door convenience, luggage freedom, and the ability to stop at sights and dhabas en route — ideal for families and groups. A train or flight may be faster for very long distances, but loses the flexibility and scenic experience of a road trip. A chauffeur cab removes driving fatigue while keeping all the road-trip benefits.
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