How to travel from Surat to Amritsar, India

The distance between Surat and Amritsar is around 1,355km (842 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 20m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Surat to Amritsar by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Surat (STV) to Amritsar (ATQ).

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Flight time2h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₹10,425($130)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Amritsar Jn.

  • Duration1 day 1h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹875($11)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Vadodara Jn then take the bus to Jaipur and then to Amritsar.

  • Duration1 day 13h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,910($24)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Amritsar.

  • Duration20h 40m
  • Distance1,392km (865 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Surat and Amritsar

There are several options for getting from Surat to Amritsar by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹875 ($11) and will take around 1 day 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹10,425 ($130).

The distance between Surat and Amritsar is around 1,355km (842 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,180km (733 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Surat and Amritsar by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 20h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Surat to Amritsar is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ₹10,425 ($130).

The cheapest way to travel between Surat and Amritsar, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹875 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Surat and Amritsar. It typically takes around 1 day 1h and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Surat and Amritsar with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 1 day 1h.

Indian Railways run train services between Surat and Amritsar. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 1 day 1h, 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 Surat and Amritsar. We recommend that you fly from Surat (STV) to Amritsar (ATQ). instead which will take 3h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Surat and Amritsar. Flights depart from Surat (STV) and arrive at Amritsar (ATQ) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 2h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Surat to Amritsar. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 3h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Surat to Amritsar typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Surat (STV) and and arrive into Amritsar (ATQ).

The closest major airport to Amritsar is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) (ATQ) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Amritsar. Satwari Airport (IXJ) (IXJ) and Gaggal Airport (DHM) (DHM) 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 Surat and Amritsar. The distance is around 1,392km (865 miles) by road and it will take around 20h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Surat to Amritsar is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₹10,425 ($130).

How do I get from Surat to Amritsar

Compare travel optionsbetween Surat and Amritsar

Transport options from Surat to Amritsar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 20m
₹10,425($130)
on demand1,376km (855 miles)
Train and Plane4h 25m
₹9,630($120)
every 30 mins1,355km (842 miles)
Train
1 day 1h
₹875($11)
twice daily1,631km (1,013 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 13h
₹1,910($24)
once daily1,611km (1,001 miles)
Drive
20h 40m
₹11,300($140)
on demand1,392km (865 miles)

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Airports near Amritsar

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

ATQ
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ)
International Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Amritsar
IXJ
Satwari Airport (IXJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
116km (72 miles) from Amritsar
DHM
Gaggal Airport (DHM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
144km (89 miles) from Amritsar