What are the top travel tips for Taj Mahal?

Visit at sunrise for fewer crowds. Hire a government-approved guide. Strict security: carry only essentials.

Where is Taj Mahal located?

Taj Mahal is in Uttar Pradesh, India, at 27.1751° N, 78.0421° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Delhi, about 180 km away.

What are the best places to visit near Taj Mahal?

Top attractions near Taj Mahal include Agra Fort (about 2 km away), Fatehpur Sikri (about 39 km away), Qutub Minar (about 172 km away) — all easy to combine on a Uttar Pradesh trip.

What is the entry fee at Taj Mahal for foreign tourists?

Foreign nationals pay ₹1,100 to enter Taj Mahal (rates last verified 2025-10). Indian and other ticket tiers are listed in the Entry Fee section above.

How to reach Taj Mahal from Delhi?

Taj Mahal is about 225 km from Delhi. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹170, 4h 40m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹425, 4h 54m), Train (3AC) (~₹470, 4h 21m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹170) and the fastest is Outstation Cab (Sedan) (4h 20m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

How to reach Taj Mahal from Jaipur?

Taj Mahal is about 282 km from Jaipur. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹200, 5h 40m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹525, 6h 2m), Train (3AC) (~₹545, 5h 15m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹200) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (5h 15m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

How to reach Taj Mahal from Lucknow?

Taj Mahal is about 362 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹240, 7h 5m), Train (3AC) (~₹650, 6h 33m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹665, 7h 39m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹240) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (6h 33m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

Taj Mahal Tourism 2026 – Places to Visit, Things to Do, Best Time & Itinerary

About Taj Mahal

Ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna in Agra.

Best Time to Visit

October to March

The weather is cool and pleasant, ideal for sightseeing without the scorching summer heat. Full moon nights are particularly magical.

Entry fees in your currency

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Indian Adult₹50$…
SAARC / BIMSTEC₹540$…
Foreign National₹1,100$…
Children below 15Free—
Mausoleum (main dome) entry₹200$…
Shoe coversIncluded—
Night-viewing ticket (5 days/month around full moon)₹510 / ₹750$…

Live INR rates, refreshed hourly. Confirm at the gate counter — entry fees may have changed since this page was updated.

Entry Fee · Tickets

How much does it cost to visit Taj Mahal?

Visitor CategoryPrice

Indian Adult
₹50
SAARC / BIMSTECBangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand, Afghanistan
₹540
Foreign National
₹1,100
Children below 15Any nationality, with ID/passport proof
Free

Additional charges

Mausoleum (main dome) entryOptional add-on — same rate for all visitors
₹200
Shoe coversProvided at entry; wear over shoes inside
Included
Night-viewing ticket (5 days/month around full moon)Indian / Foreigner — book 24 hrs ahead at ASI Mall Road, Agra
₹510 / ₹750

Closed every Friday for Muslim prayers at the on-site mosque
Open 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes before sunset
Tickets sold online at asi.payumoney.com and at East / West / South gate counters

Prices indicative — verify at the official counter or website before your visit.Updated 2025-10

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Travel Tips

Visit at sunrise for fewer crowds
Hire a government-approved guide
Strict security: carry only essentials

How to Reach Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal is located in Uttar Pradesh, India at coordinates 27.1751°N, 78.0421°E. You can reach Taj Mahal by air (nearest airport in Uttar Pradesh), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.

How to reach Taj Mahal from major cities

Taj Mahal from Delhi

~225 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹170 · 4h 40m
State Bus (Deluxe) ₹425 · 4h 54m
Train (3AC) ₹470 · 4h 21m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹3,220 · 4h 20m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹170) · Fastest: Outstation Cab (Sedan) (4h 20m).

Taj Mahal from Jaipur

~282 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹200 · 5h 40m
State Bus (Deluxe) ₹525 · 6h 2m
Train (3AC) ₹545 · 5h 15m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹3,960 · 5h 22m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹200) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (5h 15m).

Taj Mahal from Lucknow

~362 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹240 · 7h 5m
Train (3AC) ₹650 · 6h 33m
State Bus (Deluxe) ₹665 · 7h 39m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹5,010 · 6h 50m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹240) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (6h 33m).

Taj Mahal from Ahmedabad

~898 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹525 · 16h 26m
Train (3AC) ₹1,345 · 15h 7m
Volvo AC Bus ₹2,415 · 16h 44m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹11,980 · 16h 35m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹525) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (15h 7m).

Taj Mahal from Mumbai

~1305 km by road

Train (3AC) ₹1,870 · 21h 37m
Train (2AC) ₹2,710 · 21h 37m
Volvo AC Bus ₹3,470 · 24h 7m
Flight (Economy) ₹6,895 · 4h 24m

Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,870) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 24m).

Taj Mahal from Pune

~1317 km by road

Train (3AC) ₹1,885 · 21h 49m
Train (2AC) ₹2,735 · 21h 49m
Volvo AC Bus ₹3,505 · 24h 20m
Flight (Economy) ₹6,940 · 4h 25m

Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,885) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 25m).

Fares are indicative estimates based on distance — verify with the operator before booking.

Planning Your Visit to Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal lies in Uttar Pradesh, India, and ranks among the state’s most-visited heritage destinations. The nearest major city and transport gateway is Delhi, roughly 180 km away — most travellers route through Delhi by air or rail before continuing on to Taj Mahal. Time your trip for October to March for the most comfortable weather.

Travelling from within India, Delhi connects to every metro by daily domestic flights and the railway network, so Taj Mahal slots easily into a wider Uttar Pradesh itinerary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Taj Mahal?: The best time to visit Taj Mahal is October to March. The weather is cool and pleasant, ideal for sightseeing without the scorching summer heat. Full moon nights are particularly magical.
What are the top travel tips for Taj Mahal?: Visit at sunrise for fewer crowds. Hire a government-approved guide. Strict security: carry only essentials.
Where is Taj Mahal located?: Taj Mahal is in Uttar Pradesh, India, at 27.1751° N, 78.0421° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Delhi, about 180 km away.
What are the best places to visit near Taj Mahal?: Top attractions near Taj Mahal include Agra Fort (about 2 km away), Fatehpur Sikri (about 39 km away), Qutub Minar (about 172 km away) — all easy to combine on a Uttar Pradesh trip.
What is the entry fee at Taj Mahal for foreign tourists?: Foreign nationals pay ₹1,100 to enter Taj Mahal (rates last verified 2025-10). Indian and other ticket tiers are listed in the Entry Fee section above.
How to reach Taj Mahal from Delhi?: Taj Mahal is about 225 km from Delhi. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹170, 4h 40m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹425, 4h 54m), Train (3AC) (~₹470, 4h 21m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹170) and the fastest is Outstation Cab (Sedan) (4h 20m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
How to reach Taj Mahal from Jaipur?: Taj Mahal is about 282 km from Jaipur. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹200, 5h 40m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹525, 6h 2m), Train (3AC) (~₹545, 5h 15m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹200) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (5h 15m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
How to reach Taj Mahal from Lucknow?: Taj Mahal is about 362 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹240, 7h 5m), Train (3AC) (~₹650, 6h 33m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹665, 7h 39m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹240) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (6h 33m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.