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Mathura to Vrindavan

The distance from Mathura to Vrindavan is about 12 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).

12 kmDistance
1 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,855
Ertiga₹7,430
Innova₹7,745
Innova Crysta₹9,570
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹10
AC Seater₹20
Non-AC Sleeper₹20
AC Sleeper₹30
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹80
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Train
Sleeper₹40
Economy₹40
Third AC₹50
Second AC₹50
First AC₹60
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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 Mathura to Vrindavan is about 12 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).

Route Map

By Car: Mathura to Vrindavan

12 km · ~14m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Mathura

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

  2. 12 km · 14m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Vrindavan

    Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh

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: Mathura to Vrindavan

12 km · ~16m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Mathura

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

  2. Mathura → Vrindavan

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~12 km

    ~16m|Tentative fare ₹10–₹80

  3. Arrive in Vrindavan

    Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh

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

By Train: Mathura to Vrindavan

Nearest railway stations: Mathura Jn for Mathura, Vrindaban Road for Vrindavan.

Direct trains

Tamil Nadu Express#12622 · Superfast
12:23 AMBhuteshwar
2m1 stops
12:25 AMMathura Jn
Nizamuddin-Indore Express#12416 · Superfast
12:34 AMBhuteshwar
1m1 stops
12:35 AMMathura Jn
Dakshin SF Express#12722 · Superfast
12:48 AMBhuteshwar
2m1 stops
12:50 AMMathura Jn
Dakshin Link SF Express#12722-Slip · Superfast
12:48 AMBhuteshwar
2m1 stops
12:50 AMMathura Jn
New Delhi-Puducherry SF Exp#22404 · Superfast
01:51 AMBhuteshwar
1m1 stops
01:52 AMMathura Jn

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 Vrindavan

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Vrindavan

Things to Do in Vrindavan

Visit Pagal Baba Temple

A distinctive multi-storey temple built like a tiered palace, known for its animated dioramas depicting scenes from Hindu scripture.

Visit Shahji Temple

A 19th-century temple famed for its elaborately carved marble pillars and delicate Belgian-glass chandeliers.

Visit Prem Mandir

A modern, intricately carved white marble temple complex renowned for its elaborate evening light-and-fountain displays.

Visit Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple

Vrindavan’s most prominent Shiva temple, believed to have been established by Krishna himself to protect the town.

Visit Radha Damodar Temple

A 16th-century temple built by Jiva Goswami, one of Vrindavan’s founding Goswami saints, in a quiet lane near Seva Kunj.

Visit Radha Raman Temple

A 16th-century temple built around a deity believed to have self-manifested from a sacred stone, rather than being carved.

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Suggested Vrindavan Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Vrindavan

  • Travel from Mathura to Vrindavan (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Pagal Baba Temple

Day 2Explore Vrindavan

  • Visit Shahji Temple
  • Visit Prem Mandir
  • Visit Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Radha Damodar Temple
  • Head back to Mathura
Suggested from Vrindavan's top sights.

Budget Estimate

road

12 km

1 hours

Approximately 12 km by road from Mathura to Vrindavan, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

12 km

The nearest railway station to Vrindavan is Vrindavan railway station, about 0 km from the town centre.

Extend Your Trip

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

Vrindavan → Aligarh

About 70 km by road

Vrindavan → Agra

About 70 km by road

Vrindavan → Tijara

About 120 km by road

Vrindavan → Kasganj

About 125 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Vrindavan from Mathura?

About 12 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Vrindavan?

Agra Airport / Agra Air Force Station (AGR), about 53 km away.

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