How to reach Jammu city, it is big dilemma for first time tourist. The public Transport facilities in Jammu is pluperfect and is well connected with all prominent cities of India and it is easy for tourists to reach to India through Air, train and bus. Transport facility within Jammu is also great with local busses taking you around the city at nominal charges.
By Air How to Reach in Jammu:
Satwari Airport (Jammu Airport) is 7 kms away from Jammu city. There are many flights from and to Jammu provided by Air India, GoAir, IndiGo, JetKonnect, Kingfisher Airlines, Spicejet, Indian Airlines and Jet Airways airlines that operate daily flights to and from Jammu. It takes 80 minutes to reach Jammu from Delhi.
By Train/Rail: How to Reaching in Jammu:
Jammu Tawi Railway station (JAT) is the largest railway station of Jammu division and being a tourist hub is well connected through Rail network. It has broad gauge network. Some of the famous trains to and from Jammu Tawi are Jammu Rajdhani Express (12425/12426), Duronto Express (12265/12266), Himsagar Express (16317/16318), Swaraj Express (12471, 12472), Andaman Express (16031/16032) and Himgiri Express (12331/12332).
Getting to Jammu by Bus and Road Transport:
Jammu lies in the passage of National Highway 1A. There are regular bus services (standard and deluxe buses) from all major cities to Jammu. These are operated by various State Road Transport Corporations and private operators.
Jammu is 68 km from Udhampur city, 49 km from Katra, 294 Kms from Srinagar and 591 Kms from Delhi (Capital of India).
Local Transport and Getting Around in Jammu:
Mini buses or Matadors (as they are known) are the lifeline and best way to travel around in Jammu city. Besides this Auto-rickshaw, Taxis and Cycle rickshaws are also available on hire basis. There are many private vehicle companies that rent vehicles too for touring the city and surrounding places, they also offer drivers.
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