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Katra to Anantnag

The distance from Katra to Anantnag is about 106 km by road, roughly 2 hours (estimated). Anantnag is situated just after the Jawahar Tunnel (the main tunnel that connects the

106 kmDistance
2 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,270
Ertiga₹6,687
Innova₹6,971
Innova Crysta₹8,613
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹120
AC Seater₹190
Non-AC Sleeper₹170
AC Sleeper₹240
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹350
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Train
Sleeper₹90
Economy₹140
Third AC₹180
Second AC₹240
First AC₹330
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Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.

Overview

The distance from Katra to Anantnag is about 106 km by road, roughly 2 hours (estimated). Anantnag is situated just after the Jawahar Tunnel (the main tunnel that connects the Kashmir Valley to the rest of India by road) on NH 1A. It is 53 km from Srinagar, the state's summer capital.

Route Map

By Car: Katra to Anantnag

106 km · ~2h 7m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Katra

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 106 km · 2h 7m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Anantnag

    Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir

Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.

By Bus: Katra to Anantnag

106 km · ~2h 21m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Katra

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Katra. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Katra → Anantnag

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~106 km

    ~2h 21m|Tentative fare ₹120–₹350

  3. Arrive in Anantnag

    Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Katra to Anantnag

Nearest railway stations: S M V D Katra for Katra, Udhampur (about 90 km away) for Anantnag.

Direct trains

Uttar Sampark Kranti Express#12445 · Sampark Kranti
07:39 AMRam Nagar J K
26m1 stops
08:05 AMUdhampur
Jammu Mail#14033 · Mail
11:23 AMRam Nagar J K
17m1 stops
11:40 AMUdhampur
Ahmedabad-Udhampur Janmabhoomi Express#19107 · Express
05:04 PMRam Nagar J K
16m1 stops
05:20 PMUdhampur
Jammu Udhampur Passenger#54653 · Passenger
05:04 PMRam Nagar J K
26m1 stops
05:30 PMUdhampur
JAT UDAHMPUR DMU#04603 · DEMU
05:24 PMRam Nagar J K
26m1 stops
05:50 PMUdhampur

Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.

Hotels in Anantnag

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Things to Do in Anantnag

Martand Sun Temple

This Kashmiri Hindu temple is an important and protected archeological site. The ruins remain impressive with its decorations and construction.

The Mughal Gardens

With terraced lawns, cascading fountains, and paint-box-bright flowerbeds, they are most charming for tourists. Some of the Gardens of this District and City are:…

Visit Tomb of Shams-ud-Din Araqi

Tomb of Mir Shams-ud-Din Araqi or Ziyarat e Mir Shams-ud-Din Araqi or Araqi Shrine is a religious site of Kashmiri Muslims located at Chadoora, Budgam. In this shrine…

Visit Bumzuva Cave and Temple

Bumzuva cave and temple are a group of Hindu temples and man-made caves in the village of Bumazuv in the Lidder Valley of Anantnag district in Jammu and Kashmir, India.

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Suggested Anantnag Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Anantnag

  • Travel from Katra to Anantnag (about 2 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Martand Sun Temple

Day 2Explore Anantnag

  • Visit Lidder Valley
  • Visit Tomb of Shams-ud-Din Araqi

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Bumzuva Cave and Temple
  • Head back to Katra
Suggested from Anantnag's top sights.

Travel Tips

Usually it takes around a half a day to reach here from Jammu.

Budget Estimate

road

106 km

2 hours

Approximately 106 km by road from Katra to Anantnag, roughly 2 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

106 km

The nearest railway station to Anantnag is Anantnag railway station, about 4 km from the town centre.

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Anantnag trip and see the full Katra → Anantnag → next stop route.

Anantnag → Samboora

About 40 km by road

Anantnag → Srinagar

About 65 km by road

Anantnag → Parihaspore

About 85 km by road

Anantnag → Patnitop

About 95 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Anantnag from Katra?

About 106 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Anantnag?

Srinagar International Airport (SXR), about 44 km away.

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