How to Reach Amritsar

How to Reach Amritsar - The holy city of Amritsar is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Punjab. The city is easily accessible with all three mediums of transport via air, rail and by road. Direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Amritsar along with other international destinations are available easily.

Airport in Amritsar
Amritsar International Airport: Both, international and domestic terminals are side-by-side in the city.
Location: Raja Sansi, 11 km from the City center.
Facilities: Currency exchange, communications centre (national and international telephone, internet, etc), snack bar
Transfer: Taxis are easily available to and from the Airport.

International
Services: Flights to destinations in South-East Asia, West Asia, Europe and Canada.
Domestic Services: Air Indian, Air Deccan, Jet Airways and Kingfisher Airlines.

Railways
Railway Station: Amritsar Junction
Location: Station Road (NH #1), downtown area
Services: Two Shatabdi expresses from Delhi (dep. 07.20 am and 4.35 pm) provide ideal connection to the city, besides other express trains.
Transfer: Tourist taxi, auto-rickshaw (both negotiable rates), and free Golden Temple coach service.

Highways
NH #1 from Delhi, a 4-lane double carriageway best connection.
Midways: Numerous en route, past Karnal Sagar Ratna on Haryana Tourism's Oasis and Haveli (garden restaurant) pas Ludhiana are easily spaced and provide comprehensive facilities.

Buses
Bus Station: New Bus Stand
Location: NH #1, about 2 km from downtown and Golden Temple.
Services: Deluxe coach service between Chandigarh and Amritsar, and another to international airport at Delhi.
Transfer: Tourist taxis and auto-rickshaws are easily available.

Local Transport
Tourist taxis and auto-rickshaws are easily available outside hotels for local traveling.