Srinagar is the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir. It can be easily accessed through the major cities of India via Airways, Roadway or Bus Services, The quick and hassle-free way to reach Srinagar is via flight. Thereafter you can opt for buses, private/shared taxis for Gulmarg.
Airport :
Sheikh-Ul-Alam International Airport also called Srinagar Airport. The Airport is located just 15 km away from the center of the city and 56 km from Gulmarg. Taxis / jeeps are available just outside the airport.
Railways :
There are no direct trains for Srinagar or Gulmarg. The nearest railway stations are the Jammu (271 km from Srinagar) and the Udhampur Railway Station (200 km from Srinagar). The stations are well-connected to all the major cities of the country.
Route - I : Delhi to srinagar via Udhampur
Delhi ➡ Udhampur ➡ Banihal ➡ Srinagar ➡ Gulmarg
✔️ Delhi to Udhampur by Train (Duration : 12 hrs)
✔️ Udhampur to Banihal by Van or Bus (Duration : 5 hrs)
✔️ Banihal to Srinagar by unreserved passenger train (Duration : 2 hrs)
✔️ Srinagar to Gulmarg by jeep or car (Duration : 1.5 - 2 hrs)
➖ The car Journey from Udhampur to Gulmarg is about 7-8 hrs. but it would give little dent in your pocket.
Route - I : Delhi to srinagar via Jammu Railway station
Delhi ➡ Jammu ➡ Banihal ➡ Srinagar ➡ Gulmarg
✔️ Delhi to Jammu Tawi/Jammu railway station by Train (Duration : 10-12 hrs)
✔️ Jammu to Banihal by Van or over Night Bus (Duration : 7-8 hrs)
✔️ Banihal to Srinagar by unreserved passenger train (Duration : 2 hrs)
✔️ Srinagar to Gulmarg by jeep or car (Duration : 1.5 - 2 hrs)
By Road
The national highway 1-A connects Gulmarg to major cities. State owned and private deluxe buses are frequently available. The city is well connected with major cities like Delhi (876 km), Chandigarh (646 km), Leh (424 km) and Jammu (258 km).There is good Bus service and Cab service available.
Self Drive to Gulmarg
If you are planning to drive your car/bike then the route to reach Gulmarg would be -
Srinagar - Magam - Tangmarg - Gulmarg
Distance : 60 kilometers
Time Required : Approximately 2-3 hours
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