How to travel from Darjeeling to Agra, India
The distance between Darjeeling and Agra is around 1,225km (761 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 7h 10m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Darjeeling to Agra by plane, train, taxi, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Agra → Darjeeling if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Delhi (DEL) then take the train to Agra Cantt.
- Duration7h 10m
- Flight time2h 25m
- Typical cost₹10,185($130)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Patna - Patlipura ISBT then take the train to Agra Fort.
- Duration24h 15m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost₹4,935($62)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darjeeling and Agra
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Darjeeling to Agra by plane, train, taxi, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a taxi and then take the train which costs around ₹4,220 ($53) and will take around 24h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 7h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹10,185 ($130).
The distance between Darjeeling and Agra is around 1,225km (761 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,015km (631 miles)
It takes around 7h 10m to get from Darjeeling and Agra by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 16h 50m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Darjeeling to Agra is to fly and then take the train which takes around 7h 10m and will set you back approx ₹10,185 ($130).
The cheapest way to travel between Darjeeling and Agra, if you exclude driving, is to take a taxi and then take the train which will typically cost around ₹4,220 ($53) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Darjeeling and Agra. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Delhi (DEL) then take the train to Agra Cantt. instead which will take 7h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Darjeeling and Agra. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Delhi (DEL) then take the train to Agra Cantt. instead which will take 7h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Darjeeling to Agra. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Delhi (DEL) then take the train to Agra Cantt. instead which will take 7h 10m.
The closest major airport to Agra is Agra Airport (AGR) (AGR) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Agra. Gwalior Airport (GWL) (GWL) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) (DEL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Darjeeling and Agra. The distance is around 1,225km (761 miles) by road and it will take around 16h 50m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darjeeling to Agra is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 7h 10m and will usually cost around ₹10,185 ($130).
Compare travel optionsbetween Darjeeling and Agra
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 1 similar | 7h 10m | ₹10,185($130) | hourly | 1,421km (883 miles) |
| Fly to Jaipur (JAI), Train | 7h 45m | ₹10,905($135) | twice daily | 1,555km (966 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 24h 15m | ₹4,935($62) | once a week | 1,337km (830 miles) |
| Taxi and Train | 24h 50m | ₹4,220($53) | 5 times a week | 1,343km (835 miles) |
Drive | 16h 50m | ₹9,950($125) | on demand | 1,225km (761 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Darjeeling and Agra
Airlines
GoAir
AirAsia India
Spicejet
IndiGo Airlines
Vistara
Train operators
Indian Railways
Bus companies
Sri Krishna Rath Travels
Airports near Agra
The following major airports near Agra offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.
Agra Airport (AGR)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Agra
Gwalior Airport (GWL)
- Distance
- 100km (62 miles) from Agra
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
- Distance
- 178km (110 miles) from Agra