Amritsar to Srinagar by train
Srinagar lies 274 km (170 mi) north of Amritsar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 15 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 334 km (208 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Amritsar | Srinagar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.2 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 244 m (801 ft) | 1,589 m (5,213 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Pampore railway station |
Where to book trains from Amritsar to Srinagar
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Staying in Srinagar
Our booking partner lists 757 places to stay in Srinagar. Of the 438 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (232), and 10 are five-star. Across 62 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 12,040 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Srinagar from Amritsar?
274 km (170 mi) in a straight line, north of Amritsar; by road roughly 334 km (208 mi).
How long does it take to get from Amritsar to Srinagar by train?
About 5 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Amritsar and Srinagar?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Srinagar?
Our booking partner lists 757 places to stay in Srinagar, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.