Meerut to Karnal
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh to Karnal, Haryana.
Tentative Fare Estimate
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.
Route Map
By Car: Meerut to Karnal
136 km · ~2h 43m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Meerut
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
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: Meerut to Karnal
136 km · ~3h 1m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Meerut
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Meerut. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Meerut → Karnal
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~136 km
~3h 1m|Tentative fare ₹150–₹430
- Arrive in Karnal
Karnal, Haryana
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Meerut to Karnal
Nearest railway stations: Meerut City for Meerut, Karnal for Karnal.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 4h 34m in total
Change trains at Ghaziabad — about 55m wait
1 change · 5h 11m in total
Change trains at Ghaziabad — about 1h 23m wait
1 change · 5h 26m in total
Change trains at Shivaji Bridge — about 55m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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.
Transport Options
Meerut to Karnal: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Meerut to Karnal is about 136 km by road, roughly 2.7 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 136 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹1,600 · Sedan ₹1,870 · SUV ₹2,460 · Innova / MUV ₹2,780 · Tempo Traveller ₹3,290
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹150 · AC Seater ₹240 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹220 · AC Sleeper ₹310 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹430
- Train: Sleeper ₹110 · Economy ₹170 · Third AC ₹220 · Second AC ₹300 · First AC ₹410
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Karnal guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Karnal.