How to Reach Vaishno Devi in Jammu

By Rail: The nearest railway station to Vaishno Devi is at Katra, which is nearly 20 kms away.

By Air: If traveling by flight, the best option is to land at the Jammu Tawi airport, which is almost 50 kms away from the temple. It is the nearest airport to Vaishno Devi temple. Alternatively, on reaching the foothills of the temple, you can opt for a helicopter ride to take you to the main temple, instead of trekking for 12 kms.

By Road: Getting to the Vaishno Devi Temple via roads is a good option, and is actually one of the most preferred modes of transport. There are local and private buses available, as well as taxis that operate not just from within Jammu but from places such as Delhi, NCR and Amritsar as well. Most people from nearby locations prefer to reach Vaishno Devi by car.