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This holy cave is located in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir at a height of around 3,888 meters (12,756 ft). The temple is known for the naturally formed ice Shiva Lingam, making it one of the most important temple sites for lord Shiva devotees. If you are planning a trip to the auspicious Amarnath Cave Temple from Hyderabad and wondering How To Reach Amarnath From Bangalore, here is the complete guide to help you choose the best route with ease.
The holy shrine of Amarnath is situated in the Himalayas and attracts thousands of devotees every year during the Yatra. Reaching Amarnath from Bangalore can be through multiple modes of transportation namely flight, train or by road followed by helicopter ride or trek. But before you start the journey make sure that you have completed your yatra registration successfully because you will not be allowed to the yatra without a valid permit.
There is no direct route to reach Amarnath and the journey is completed in two stages. First, you have to reach till Jammu or Srinagar and from there you need to reach Base Camp(Pahalgam or Baltal) followed by trek or helicopter ride to Amarnath Cave. Here, we present the multiple transport options and its complete details.
The flight journey takes around 3 hrs 45 mins and the price ranges from Rs.9,901 to Rs.15,900. Flights like Air India, Indigo, Akasa Air, Spice Jet, Air India Express run on this route. It is the easiest way to travel and can reach up to Srinagar airport. From Srinagar, you have to travel by road to reach base camp point Pahalgam or Baltal and trek to Amarnath Cave temple or take a helicopter ride.
Traveling by train is a budget friendly option and is suitable for devotees who prefer less expensive travel. However, it takes a long journey to reach. Jammu Tawi is the nearest railway station to Amarnath. There are no direct trains from Bangalore to Jammu, so you need to take a train to Delhi, switch trains from Delhi to Jammu. After reaching Jammu, you need to travel to Baltal or Pahalgam by road.
From Bangalore to Delhi, trains like Karnataka Express(12627), Rajadhani Express(22691), Sampark Kranti (12649) run regularly on this route with a travel time of around 33 hrs 30 mins. These trains have Sleeper coaches with price starting from Rs.935 per person, 3Economy coaches with price starting from Rs.2,425 per person, 3AC coaches with price starting from Rs.2,325 per person, 2AC coaches with price starting from Rs. 3,335 per person and 1AC coaches with price starting from Rs. 5620 per person. From Delhi to Jammu, trains like
These trains have sleeper, 3AC, 2AC and 1AC coaches. Sleeper coach price starts from Rs. 385, 3Economy price starts from Rs.905, 3AC price starts from Rs.980, 2AC price starts from Rs.1365 and 1AC price starts from Rs. 2255.
Also, there is Vande Bharat train which runs on this route and just takes 6 hrs 45 mins to reach. This train will have Chair Car and Executive Class coaches with prices starting from Rs.1360 and Rs. 2615 respectively.
After reaching Jammu railway station, you need to travel by road till Pahalgam which will take around 5 hrs of travel time. From Pahalgam base camp, you can trek or hire a helicopter to reach Amarnath Cave.
Travelling by road from Bangalore to Amarnath can be planned directly up to Pahalgam, which is one of the main base camps for the yatra. This avoids unnecessary diversion and keeps the route straightforward. If you are travelling on your own car, it would be the best option, but the journey is too long and tiring. If you are traveling by bus, you need to take a bus to Delhi, next to Srinagar and next to Pahalgam. From there, you need to trek or hire a helicopter.
If you want to directly halt at Pahalgam, you can drive on the route Bangalore - Hyderabad - Nagpur - Delhi - Jammu - Anantnag - Pahalgam. This route has a distance of around 2,800 to 3,000 KM.
The Amarnath Yatra is conducted during June to August (Shravan month). Exact dates may vary based on the announcements and weather conditions. So, before proceeding to yatra, complete your Amarnath yatra registration, carry valid identity proofs & medical certificate, prepare for the cold weather and follow safety guidelines issued by authorities.
Understanding how to reach Amarnath from Bangalore helps you in planning a safe and comfortable spiritual trip. Whether you choose flight for convenience, train for budget, or road for adventure, the divine experience at Amarnath makes it worth and satisfying. If you want a hassle free trip, you can choose a complete Amarnath tour package that includes transportation, accommodation, meals and yatra assistance.
