Is there a direct train?

No, you must change at Delhi or Nizamuddin.

How to reach from Delhi?

Take the Violet Line Metro or local train.

Yes, it is a well-connected industrial city.

Yes, state buses operate from Delhi to Faridabad.

What is the best time to visit?

Winter is the most pleasant season.

Kathua

Faridabad

Train Driving

Kathua to Faridabad

Updated: 28 May 2026

The distance from Kathua to Faridabad is approximately 530 km. The most convenient travel method is taking a train to New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin, followed by a local train or metro to Faridabad. By road, the journey via NH 44 takes about 10 hours. Faridabad is a major industrial hub in the National Capital Region. The route is well-connected by rail and road networks.

Total Distance: 530 km by road, 490 km air distance.

Fastest Way

Train to New Delhi, taking 10 hours total.

Cheapest Way

Train to Delhi followed by local train, costing approximately 650 INR.

Compare Kathua to Faridabad Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	10 hours	10.5 hours
Avg Price	650-1600 INR	3500-5500 INR
Operator	Jammu Tawi-New Delhi Express	Self-drive
Route	Kathua to Delhi, then local train to Faridabad.	NH 44 via Panipat and Delhi.
Tip	Local trains from Delhi to Faridabad are frequent and cheap.	Use the Eastern Peripheral Expressway to avoid Delhi city traffic.

Travel Tips

Local Connectivity
The Delhi Metro Violet Line connects Faridabad to the rest of the NCR.
Traffic
Avoid the Mathura Road during peak hours.
Accommodation
Stay near the Metro stations for easy commuting.
Weather
Carry sunscreen and hats during the summer months.
Food
Try the local street food near the railway station.