How to travel from Hampi to Taj Mahal, India

The distance between Hampi and Taj Mahal is around 1,683km (1,046 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 7h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Hampi to Taj Mahal by train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Taj MahalHampi if you're planning a return trip.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Hubli Jn then fly from Hubli (HBX) to Agra (AGR).

  • Duration7h 25m
  • Flight time3h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ₹21,170($265)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Gwalior Jn. and then to Agra Cantt.

  • Duration1 day 6h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,590($20)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Tāj Mahal.

  • Duration24hrs
  • Distance1,683km (1,046 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hampi and Taj Mahal

There are several options for getting from Hampi to Taj Mahal by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,590 ($20) and will take around 1 day 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 7h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹21,170 ($265).

The distance between Hampi and Taj Mahal is around 1,683km (1,046 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,327km (824 miles)

It takes around 1 day 6h to get from Hampi and Taj Mahal by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 24hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hampi to Taj Mahal is to take the train and then fly which takes around 7h 25m and will set you back approx ₹21,170 ($265).

The cheapest way to travel between Hampi and Taj Mahal, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,590 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hampi and Taj Mahal. It typically takes around 1 day 6h and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hampi to Taj Mahal. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hospet Jn, Gwalior Jn. and Agra Cantt. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 6h.

Indian Railways run train services between Hampi and Taj Mahal. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 1 day 6h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Hampi and Taj Mahal. We recommend that you take the train to Hubli Jn then fly from Hubli (HBX) to Agra (AGR). instead which will take 7h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hampi to Taj Mahal. We recommend that you take the train to Hubli Jn then fly from Hubli (HBX) to Agra (AGR). instead which will take 7h 25m.

The closest major airport to Taj Mahal is Agra Airport (AGR) (AGR) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Taj Mahal. 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 Hampi and Taj Mahal. The distance is around 1,683km (1,046 miles) by road and it will take around 24hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hampi to Taj Mahal is to take the train which takes, on average, 1 day 6h and will usually cost around ₹1,590 ($20).

How do I get from Hampi to Taj Mahal

Compare travel optionsbetween Hampi and Taj Mahal

Transport options from Hampi to Taj Mahal
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane
7h 25m
₹21,170($265)
5 times a day2,090km (1,299 miles)
Train
1 day 6h
₹1,590($20)
5 times a week1,971km (1,225 miles)
Drive
24hrs
₹13,690($170)
on demand1,683km (1,046 miles)

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Airports near Taj Mahal

The following major airports near Taj Mahal offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

AGR
Agra Airport (AGR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Taj Mahal
GWL
Gwalior Airport (GWL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
100km (62 miles) from Taj Mahal
DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
International Airport
Distance
179km (111 miles) from Taj Mahal