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New Delhi to Agra Taj Mahal — How to Get There, Distance & Day Trip Guide
Everything you need to plan the trip from Delhi to the Taj Mahal in Agra: the distance, the fastest train, the drive on the Yamuna Expressway, what it costs, and how to see the Taj Mahal and be back in Delhi the same evening.
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New Delhi to Agra is about 230 km. The Taj Mahal is 3.5–4 hours by car on the Yamuna Expressway, or about 1 hour 40 minutes by the Gatimaan Express train (Hazrat Nizamuddin 8:10 AM → Agra Cantt 9:50 AM). A day trip from Delhi to the Taj Mahal takes 10–14 hours door to door. The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; go early morning for the best light and the shortest queues.
- Distance
- New Delhi → Agra ≈ 230 km
- By car
- 3.5 – 4 hours (Yamuna Expressway)
- By train
- ≈ 1 h 40 min (Gatimaan Express)
- By bus
- ≈ 4 – 5 hours
- Taj Mahal
- Closed on Fridays
- Taj entry (foreigners)
- ₹1,100 ≈ US$12 + ₹200 mausoleum
Agra sits south-east of Delhi on the Yamuna river, and the modern Yamuna Expressway has made it one of the easiest day trips in India. Most visitors choose between a private car (door to door, leave when you like) and the Gatimaan Express, India's fastest train. Below you will find each option compared honestly, with a simple plan for the day.
Delhi to Agra: car vs train vs bus — which is best?
| Option | Travel time (one way) | From | Good for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private car / taxi | 3.5 – 4 h | Your hotel, home or the airport | Families, groups, door-to-door comfort, stops on the way | Morning traffic leaving Delhi |
| Gatimaan Express | ≈ 1 h 40 min | Hazrat Nizamuddin station | Least time on the road | Fixed times; you need cars at both ends |
| Other express trains | ≈ 2 – 3 h | New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin | Budget travellers | Times and classes vary — check IRCTC |
| Bus (AC / Volvo) | ≈ 4 – 5 h | Delhi bus terminals | Lowest cost | Slow for a day trip; transfers in Agra |
| Private tour (car or train + guide) | Same as car / train | Your hotel or the airport | First-time visitors — everything arranged | Book a day ahead |
- There are no practical direct flights between Delhi and Agra for a day trip — by the time you count airport check-in, road or rail is faster.
New Delhi to Agra by car — route, time & tips
Route: Delhi → Noida / Greater Noida → Yamuna Expressway → Agra. The expressway is a fast, toll-paid six-lane road, and the whole drive takes 3.5–4 hours depending on how long it takes to leave Delhi. Leave by 6–7 AM to reach the Taj Mahal before the heat and the crowds.
A private car is the most flexible way: your driver picks you up at your hotel or the airport, waits while you sightsee, and can stop at Mathura & Vrindavan or Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra on the way.
- Private taxi
One way, round trip or a full day — see our Delhi to Agra taxi.
- Car + guide
Our Delhi to Agra day tour by car adds an approved guide and tickets (from US$40).
- At sunrise
Leave Delhi around 3 AM with the Taj Mahal sunrise tour.
- Tolls & parking
Expressway tolls and Agra parking are paid by the car — check they are included in any taxi quote.
New Delhi to Agra by train — Gatimaan Express times
The Gatimaan Express is the fastest train between Delhi and Agra and the one most visitors use for a day trip.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatimaan Express (Delhi → Agra) | Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) 8:10 AM | Agra Cantt (AGC) 9:50 AM | ≈ 1 h 40 min |
| Gatimaan Express (Agra → Delhi) | Agra Cantt (AGC) 5:50 PM | Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) 7:30 PM | ≈ 1 h 40 min |
- Train times and running days can change — always check the latest timetable and book on the official IRCTC website.
- Agra Cantt station is about 6 km from the Taj Mahal. On our Gatimaan Express tour (from US$75), we buy the e-tickets, drop you at Nizamuddin and meet you on the platform in Agra.
Delhi to Agra Taj Mahal in one day — a simple plan
- 16:00 – 7:00 AM · Leave Delhi
Pick-up from your hotel or the airport (or the 8:10 AM Gatimaan Express).
- 210:00 AM · Taj Mahal
2–3 hours with a guide: the great gate, the gardens, the mausoleum and the riverside terrace.
- 31:00 PM · Lunch
A clean, tourist-friendly restaurant — Mughlai food is an Agra speciality.
- 42:30 PM · Agra Fort
The red-sandstone fort where Shah Jahan spent his last years, with views of the Taj along the river.
- 54:00 PM · Baby Taj or Mehtab Bagh
The marble tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, or the Taj seen from across the river.
- 68:00 – 9:00 PM · Back in Delhi
Drop at your hotel or the airport for a late flight.
- Short on energy or time? Stay one night in Agra with our overnight tour and see the Taj at sunset and sunrise.
How much does a Delhi to Agra Taj Mahal trip cost?
| Item | Foreign visitors | Indian citizens |
|---|---|---|
| Taj Mahal entry | ₹1,100 ≈ US$12 | ₹50 |
| Taj Mahal main mausoleum | + ₹200 | + ₹200 |
| Agra Fort entry | ₹650 ≈ US$7 | ₹50 |
| Private tour by car with guide | from US$40 per person | On request |
| Gatimaan Express tour | from US$75 per person | On request |
- Monument rates are the official ASI rates for November 2026. Children under 15 enter free. See full details on our Taj Mahal tickets & timings page.
Tips for your trip from Delhi to the Taj Mahal
- Not on a Friday
The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday. Agra Fort and the other monuments stay open.
- Start early
The gates open 30 minutes before sunrise. Early mornings are cooler, quieter and best for photos.
- Carry your passport
Foreign visitors may be asked for ID at the ticket counter and security.
- Travel light
Food, tripods, drones and large bags are not allowed inside the Taj — leave them in the car.
- Use an approved guide
Avoid unofficial "guides" and touts at the gates and at stations. Approved guides carry an ID card.
- Coming from the airport?
Delhi airport to the Taj Mahal is about 3.5–4.5 hours by car — see our airport to Taj Mahal guide.
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Karin H
New Delhi, India · Mar 2023
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Excellent tour with lots of memories to take home. Great organisation and guide
Based on my experience Rosa Travel is a serious and honest tour provider with excellent customer service. They responded fast and very honest about all my enquiries and extra wishes before the trip and incorporated all. The car was very clean and in very good condition and the driver also very punctual, reliable and trustworthy. Mr Mohsin, my tour guide was excellent, with local knowledge that only someone who has been doing this tour for almost every day in the past 10 years can have. Needless to say that I did not even see a queue. He also had a great knowledge of the whole Indian history and its transformation into modern society…
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Jenni S
Jan 2023
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Warm, insightful and friendly guide! Highly recommend!
Our guide Zameer was incredible! He shared so many interesting facts about the history, architecture, and city of Agra and the surrounding area. But even more important that his knowledge, was his welcoming and warm demeanor. Zameer made our group feel welcome and like friends; he was kind, shared jokes and stories, and made our entire experience a complete delight. I cannot recommend him more!
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Hye Ran L
Sep 2023
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highly recommend!!
I highly recommend Rosa Travel. They made unforgettable memories for my family. Especially the guide "Farhan Khan" was kind and nice. He took many special pictures for us. Explanations of Agra& Taj Mahal's history were also informative. Thank you to him for guiding us in the hot weather.
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Michael O
Jan 2023 · Friends
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Insightful, efficient, and professional
This was one of if not the best tours I've been on in over 30 years of my life. Our guide Zameer was extremely knowledgeable and it was clear he had a passion for history. He shared stories, insight, and was able to answer almost all the questions the group had. If he didn't know, he didn't make things up like most tour guides. This was a 10/10 experience. Highly recommend a tour with Zameer.
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Anand P
Dec 2022
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Great tour of Delhi-Mathura Vrindavan-Agra-Fatehpur Sikiri-Delhi
Great Trip! I went 4D3N trip with my family in December 2022 to Mathura-Vrindavan-Agra-Fatehpur Sikiri-Delhi. The trip was excellently planned by Faisal Siddiqui and not at all tiring. The driver Mr Khemchand Sharma ji was outstanding he was on-time in the entire trip, professional, safe and caring. Every place we had guided tours and everyone is professional, friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the places. The trip to Taj Mahal was one of the great unique experiences that we had. Mr Zameer Khan as our tour guide to Taj Mahal has enhanced the experience of Taj with his professionalism, and knowledge of Taj. I highly recommend Zameer's services…
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Eddie K
Jan 2023 · Friends
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Only one you want to show you Agra
Review of our guide Zamir. It felt like became our friend in such a short period of time. He was extremely knowledgeable, honest, kind with his time, took us everywhere we wanted to go. Other guides have been pushy, and can sometimes try to hustle tourists, Zamir rather shared our experience with us, and helped Shepard us through Agra and gave us the best areas for pictures, foods, and momentos for the trip. If I come back or have relatives going to the area, they are getting the high recommendation to ask for Zamir.
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Ayushi M
Dec 2022 · Friends
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Highly recommended this tour!!
Fantastic tour of the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort!! Our car ride was super cozy, with extra cushions for comfort, and our guide Nazeer was super knowledgeable and kind! He even helped us cut all the lines and shared fun side stories and had answers to alll out touristy questions :)
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Vanessa
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · Dec 2022
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Very informative and organized tour
The tour was magnificent, very informative and organized. Mr. Kalim our tour guide gave us an in depth info about taj mahal and agra fort. And our driver mr vishan drives us safely point to point. All in all it was an easy and unforgetable experience.
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Maps690418
Mar 2023 · Friends
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Excellent tour
We had a knowledgable tour guide Mr.Mohsin ,who never failed to keep us engaged and entertained.his explanation are very clear and true. The trip was really awesome and we really enjoyed and will Definately engaged this guide to visit again in future. Recommended for your engagement ! Professional,trustworthy,on time,friendly and good communication skills
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DouggieAustralia
Sydney, Australia · Mar 2023 · Couples
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Doug & Dianne
Very knowledgeable, superb photographer and most of all a wonderful person that treated us so well. We highly recommend him as your tour guide.
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stephl2012
London, United Kingdom · Dec 2022 · Friends
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An activity-filled day
We certainly got more than we expected with this tour! The day started when we got picked up from outside our accommodation in South Delhi by our driver in a comfortable SUV at 6am and we got on the road to Agra. The SUV was stocked with bottled water and snacks. Because of the fog we couldn't see a lot but there wasn't much traffic either…
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Jess
Feb 2023 · Couples
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Taj Mahal day tour was amazing
Best thing we could of done was to book a tour guide. Moshan Khan was absolutely amazing. He was so informative, polite and very challenged in making our visit pleasant. Definitely recommend
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Victor
Feb 2023 · Solo
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Very interesting visit to Taj Mahal with very good tour guide
Its really a good tour to Taj Mahal.very beautiful building.I was a companied by Mr.Mohsin khan as tour guide. He is really good tour guide, nice person also. He explained all the things about the place that I visited very details.highly recommended to use him during your tour
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Philly P
Dec 2022 · Friends
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Epic tour to Taj Mahal
Very comfortable vehicle and safe driving. Drivers English wasn't always able to be understood although this didn't alter the overall experience. Stopped for breakfast at place where food was nice but place a little average. Tour guide who showed us around Taj Mahal and Agra Fort was awesome - great English, got us through queues quickly and took great photos. Didn't like going to marble shop and declined another selling opportunity. Yummy lunch at restaurant on way home.
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Reziyana Rizky
Mar 2023 · Friends
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Taj Mahal is the best part of today's trip!
All part is perfect! I love all experiences in Agra today! The weather is good enough, the place we visited are amazing, and the guide is the best for all explanation and his history class. We'd love it!!
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M. Gupte
Jan 2023
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Raju our driver was very good. Drove safely amidst the fog. Mohsein,our tour guide was good too, great photographer !
I took one day Agra tour( Taj mahal, lunch,delhi hotel pickup,dropoff ). Happy with the service!
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HJ J
Feb 2023 · Solo
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Deepen the understanding of history
Mohsin is perfect travel guide with high level of knowledge and with humors. He has an expertise when you want to capture the beautiful scenery on your phone
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Rabbit R
Mar 2023 · Friends
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Beautiful trip
Everything beautiful, with mr. Zameer explaining beautifully "symmetrical Taj Mahal like husband and wife"
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Marcela Aristizábal
Dec 2022
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Agra full day from Delhi
Totally recommended! Drive from Delhi early in the morning, great service overall. My guide was really nice and informative.
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py j
Mar 2023 · Business
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very nice
he is kindly and comfortable man, and passinable guide very nice trip today very goog man thank you.
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New Delhi to Agra Taj Mahal — frequently asked questions
How far is the Taj Mahal from New Delhi?
The Taj Mahal in Agra is about 230 km from New Delhi by road — about 3.5 to 4 hours by car on the Yamuna Expressway.
What is the best way to go from New Delhi to the Taj Mahal?
For most visitors, a private car from your hotel is the easiest and most flexible. If you prefer less time on the road, the Gatimaan Express takes about 1 hour 40 minutes from Hazrat Nizamuddin to Agra Cantt.
Can I visit the Taj Mahal from Delhi in one day?
Yes. A same-day trip takes 10–14 hours door to door, with about 2–3 hours at the Taj Mahal and time for Agra Fort and lunch.
How long is the train from Delhi to Agra?
About 1 hour 40 minutes on the Gatimaan Express (8:10 AM from Hazrat Nizamuddin, arriving 9:50 AM at Agra Cantt). Other express trains take about 2–3 hours. Check the latest times on IRCTC.
How long does it take to drive from Delhi to Agra?
About 3.5 to 4 hours on the Yamuna Expressway, depending on traffic when leaving Delhi.
Is there a bus from Delhi to Agra?
Yes, government and private AC buses run from Delhi's bus terminals and take about 4–5 hours. For a day trip, a car or train is much more practical.
How much does a trip from Delhi to the Taj Mahal cost?
The Taj Mahal ticket is ₹1,100 for foreign visitors (plus ₹200 for the main mausoleum). Our private day tour by car with a guide starts from US$40 per person.
What time should I leave Delhi for the Taj Mahal?
By 6–7 AM by car, or around 3 AM if you want to see the Taj Mahal at sunrise. The Gatimaan Express leaves at 8:10 AM.
Is the Taj Mahal open every day?
No. The Taj Mahal is open from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes before sunset, every day except Friday.
Is it safe to travel from Delhi to Agra?
Yes. The Yamuna Expressway is a modern toll road, and Agra is one of India's most visited cities. With a private car and an approved guide you also avoid touts at stations and monument gates.
Can I go from Delhi airport straight to the Taj Mahal?
Yes. Your driver can meet you at arrivals and drive straight to Agra (about 3.5–4.5 hours). You need an Indian visa to leave the airport.
Should I stay overnight in Agra?
If you can, yes — an overnight stay lets you see the Taj Mahal at sunset and sunrise and makes the day much more relaxed.
Can I book a taxi from Delhi to Agra?
Yes. We offer private taxis one way, round trip or for a full day with English-speaking drivers, from any hotel or the airport.
What else can I see on the way from Delhi to Agra?
Mathura and Vrindavan (Krishna temples) and Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra are on the way; Fatehpur Sikri is about 40 km past Agra.
Can I book your tours on Tripadvisor instead?
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Sources for this page
Monument rules, fees and timings as published by the official authorities for November 2026. They can change at short notice — we always re-check before your tour.