Garli
Garli
Driving

Garli to Katra

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Garli to Katra covers approximately 300 km. You can take a taxi to Pathankot and then board a train or continue by road to Katra. The route passes through the scenic landscapes of Himachal and Punjab. Expect a total travel time of approximately 7 hours. Katra is the base camp for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage.

Total Distance: Driving distance is 300 km; straight-line air distance is 220 km.
Fastest Way
Private taxi from Garli to Katra, taking 6 hours.
Cheapest Way
Bus from Garli to Pathankot, then train to Katra, costing 600 INR.
Compare Garli to Katra Routes
Driving
Direct
Duration
7 hours
Avg Price
3500 - 6000 INR (Taxi)
Operator
Private Taxi
Route
Garli - Pathankot - Katra

The road is well-maintained.

Travel Tips
  • Booking
    Book taxis in advance.
  • Transit
    Pathankot is a major transit hub.
  • Food
    Try the local vegetarian food.
  • Weather
    Carry light woolens if traveling in winter.
  • Navigation
    Use Google Maps for local navigation.
Safety Tips
  • Crowds
    Be cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas.
  • Transport
    Use registered taxi apps for local travel.
  • Night Safety
    Avoid isolated areas at night.
  • Emergency
    Keep local emergency numbers saved.
People Also Ask
  • Is there a direct train?
    No, you must connect via Pathankot.
  • Which station is best?
    Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra station.
  • Is the food safe?
    Yes, Katra has many hygienic food options.
  • How to reach from station?
    Auto-rickshaws and cabs are available.
  • Is it a long journey?
    No, it is a short-distance journey.
Quick Info
  • From Garli, Himachal Pradesh, India
  • To Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, India
  • Modes
Best Time to Travel

March to June and September to November.

Things to Do in Katra
1
Vaishno Devi Temple
Trek to the sacred shrine.
2
Bhairon Nath Temple
Visit the temple near the main shrine.
3
Banganga
Visit the sacred river point.
4
Ardhkuwari
Visit the holy cave.
Tags
Garli to Katra travel Garli to Pathankot Himachal to Katra best way to reach Katra train route Garli to Katra Katra tourism Garli transport short distance travel
More from Garli
Surat
Garli → Surat
Indore
Garli → Indore
Bhopal
Garli → Bhopal
Kolkata
Garli → Kolkata
Bengaluru
Garli → Bengaluru
Hyderabad
Garli → Hyderabad
Chennai
Garli → Chennai
Guwahati
Garli → Guwahati
Bhubaneswar
Garli → Bhubaneswar
Patna
Garli → Patna
More to Katra
Dharamshala
Dharamshala → Katra
Srinagar
Srinagar → Katra
Kulgam
Kulgam → Katra
Mansar
Mansar → Katra
Samba
Samba → Katra