Distance in Vaishno Devi Temple

The trip to Vaishno Devi Temple is full of devotion, determination and an experience filled with faith. You can start your trip from Jammu, Srinagar or Katra at the time when you are in Jammu and Kashmir. As, if you are in Jammu you will be travelling from there then the Jammu to Vaishno Devi Temple distance is about 50 kilometres. Your travel choice depends on the starting point whether Srinagar or any other destination and changes accordingly. So if you choose Srinagar the travelling will be so beautiful, so Srinagar to Vaishno Devi Temple distance is about 239 Kilometres.

And at the time when you step into Katra, the starting point of this holy pilgrimage the excitement begins to build. The distance between Katra to Vaishno Devi Temple distance is about 13 kilometres and every step taken towards the temple is filled with spiritual energy and natural beauty.  So your journey will begin from Katra railway station to Vaishno Devi Temple distance which will take you around 13-14 kilometres depending on the route you choose. If you will be travelling by train then the nearest station is Vaishno Devi Railway Station and the distance will remain the same. 

The distance of the walking trek to Vaishno Devi Temple will require approximately 5-6 hours based on your speed together with the Vaishno Devi Temple trek covering 13 kilometres. Due to their devotion, many pilgrims walk without shoes as an act of worship although other pilgrims prefer ponies, palkis or helicopters to travel comfortably.

The pilgrimage trail consists of two principal walking paths. The traditional path offers a scenic route that takes more distance yet visitors can choose between this and the new Tarakote Marg because it leads to an easier climbing experience. Walking from Katra to Vaishno Devi Temple reveals short distances due to the surrounding ambience of devoted worship and each footstep feeling sacred. For those who prefer a quicker option, battery-operated cars are available till Ardhkuwari, covering almost half of the distance.

There are two main routes for the trek one is the old route which is the traditional path that starts from Darshani Darwaza and covers Ban Ganga, Charan Paduka, Ardhkuwari, Himkoti, and Sanjichhat which is 5.5 kilometres long and the new route to Vaishno Devi is called Tarakote Marg and the trekking path is about 7 kilometres long.  The road journey from Jammu Tawi to Vaishno Devi Temple distance is about 48 kilometres. The transport route connecting Jammu to Katra has regular bus and taxi service which provides smooth transportation experiences. A Jammu Kashmir tour package should include a visit to Vaishno Devi because it stands as a top religious site in this area.

All devotees who accomplish their journey to the temple discover a deep feeling of peace along with sacred fulfilment. The divine experience occurs in the religious section known as Bhawan during the final stretch. Going back from Mata Vaishno Devi grants a feeling of happiness accompanied by inner peace. Travellers who want effortless journeys can book Katra tour packages to receive thorough arrangements that consist of transportation accommodation and guided sightseeing activities. Every journey to Vaishno Devi Temple provides a one-of-a-kind experience for new and regular visitors thus making each trip possess the divine quality found at the destination.