Is there a direct train from Srinagar to Kota?

No, you must travel to Jammu Tawi first.

What is the fastest way to reach Kota?

Flying from Srinagar to Jaipur and taking a train is the fastest method.

How long is the train journey?

The train journey from Jammu to Kota takes about 18 to 20 hours.

Are there direct flights?

No, Kota does not have an airport.

What is the distance?

The road distance is approximately 1150 kilometers.

Train Flight

Kupwara to Kota

Updated: 21 May 2026

The journey from Kupwara to Kota takes you from the northern mountains to the educational hub of Kota in Rajasthan. You will travel from Kupwara to Srinagar, then take a flight or train to Delhi, followed by a train to Kota. This route transitions from the Himalayan landscape to the arid plains of Rajasthan. Expect a significant change in architecture and climate.

Total Distance: 1150 km by road, 950 km air distance.

Fastest Way

Flight from Srinagar to Delhi, then connecting flight to Jaipur and train to Kota, total 6 hours.

Cheapest Way

Train via Jammu Tawi to Kota, costing approximately 1600 INR in sleeper class.

Compare Kupwara to Kota Routes

Train

Connecting

Duration

20 hours

Avg Price

1600-4200 INR

Operator

Kota Jan Shatabdi

Route

Srinagar to Jammu Tawi, then train to New Delhi, then to Kota Junction

The train from Delhi to Kota is a popular and comfortable option.

Flight

Connecting via Srinagar and Delhi

Duration

6 hours

Avg Price

5500-11000 INR

Operator

IndiGo

Route

Srinagar Airport to Delhi IGI to Jaipur Airport (then train/taxi to Kota)

Kota does not have a commercial airport; fly to Jaipur and take a train.

Travel Tips

Local Transport
Use auto-rickshaws for short distances within the city.
Language
Rajasthani and Hindi are the primary languages, but English is understood in tourist areas.
Food
Try the local Rajasthani thali and Kachori.
Weather
Kota can be hot; carry sunscreen and hats.
Connectivity
Prepaid taxi counters are available at Jaipur Airport.