What are the top travel tips for Qutub Minar?

Visit on weekdays to avoid massive crowds. Nearby Mehrauli Archaeological Park is worth a visit. Carry water and sun protection.

Where is Qutub Minar located?

Qutub Minar is in Delhi, India, at 28.5244° N, 77.1855° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Delhi, about 10 km away.

What are the best places to visit near Qutub Minar?

Top attractions near Qutub Minar include Lotus Temple (about 8 km away), Red Fort (Lal Qila) (about 16 km away), Kurukshetra Brahma Sarovar (about 164 km away) — all easy to combine on a Delhi trip.

What is the entry fee at Qutub Minar for foreign tourists?

Foreign nationals pay ₹600 to enter Qutub Minar (rates last verified 2025-10). Indian and other ticket tiers are listed in the Entry Fee section above.

How to reach Qutub Minar from Jaipur?

Qutub Minar is about 282 km from Jaipur. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹200, 5h 41m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹525, 6h 3m), Train (3AC) (~₹545, 5h 16m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹200) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (5h 16m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

How to reach Qutub Minar from Lucknow?

Qutub Minar is about 518 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹325, 9h 48m), Train (3AC) (~₹850, 9h 3m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,425, 9h 49m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹325) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (9h 3m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

How to reach Qutub Minar from Ahmedabad?

Qutub Minar is about 958 km from Ahmedabad. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹555, 17h 28m), Train (3AC) (~₹1,420, 16h 5m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹2,570, 17h 49m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹555) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (16h 5m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

Qutub Minar Tourism 2026 – Places to Visit, Things to Do, Best Time & Itinerary

About Qutub Minar

Five storeys taper to 73 metres of red sandstone and marble — the tallest brick minaret on earth, started in 1192 by Qutb-ud-din Aibak.

Best Time to Visit

November to February

Delhi winters are legendary. Perfect for outdoor walks through complex history and enjoying local street food.

Entry fees in your currency

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Indian Adult₹40$…
SAARC / BIMSTEC₹40$…
Foreign National₹600$…
Children below 15Free—
Still cameraFree—
Video camera₹25$…

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 Qutub Minar?

Visitor CategoryPrice

Indian Adult
₹40
SAARC / BIMSTEC
₹40
Foreign National
₹600
Children below 15Any nationality
Free

Additional charges

Still camera
Free
Video camera
₹25

Open daily, sunrise to sunset — no weekly closure
Tickets sold online at asi.payumoney.com or at the gate counter
Climbing the minaret has been closed to visitors since 1981 — view from the base only

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

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Travel Tips

Visit on weekdays to avoid massive crowds
Nearby Mehrauli Archaeological Park is worth a visit
Carry water and sun protection

How to Reach Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar is located in Delhi, India at coordinates 28.5244°N, 77.1855°E. You can reach Qutub Minar by air (nearest airport in Delhi), 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 Qutub Minar from major cities

Qutub Minar from Jaipur

~282 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹200 · 5h 41m
State Bus (Deluxe) ₹525 · 6h 3m
Train (3AC) ₹545 · 5h 16m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹3,970 · 5h 23m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹200) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (5h 16m).

Qutub Minar from Lucknow

~518 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹325 · 9h 48m
Train (3AC) ₹850 · 9h 3m
Volvo AC Bus ₹1,425 · 9h 49m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹7,035 · 9h 40m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹325) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (9h 3m).

Qutub Minar from Ahmedabad

~958 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹555 · 17h 28m
Train (3AC) ₹1,420 · 16h 5m
Volvo AC Bus ₹2,570 · 17h 49m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹12,755 · 17h 40m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹555) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (16h 5m).

Qutub Minar from Mumbai

~1423 km by road

Train (3AC) ₹2,025 · 23h 31m
Train (2AC) ₹2,935 · 23h 31m
Volvo AC Bus ₹3,780 · 26h 16m
Flight (Economy) ₹7,320 · 4h 34m

Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,025) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 34m).

Qutub Minar from Pune

~1454 km by road

Train (3AC) ₹2,065 · 24h
Train (2AC) ₹2,990 · 24h
Volvo AC Bus ₹3,860 · 26h 50m
Flight (Economy) ₹7,435 · 4h 37m

Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,065) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 37m).

Qutub Minar from Hyderabad

~1557 km by road

Train (3AC) ₹2,200 · 25h 40m
Train (2AC) ₹3,185 · 25h 40m
Volvo AC Bus ₹4,130 · 28h 43m
Flight (Economy) ₹7,805 · 4h 46m

Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,200) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 46m).

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

Planning Your Visit to Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar lies in Delhi, India, and ranks among the state’s most-visited heritage destinations. The nearest major city and transport gateway is Delhi, roughly 10 km away — most travellers route through Delhi by air or rail before continuing on to Qutub Minar. Time your trip for November to February for the most comfortable weather.

Visitors from United States are eligible for India’s e-Tourist Visa — apply online a few days before you fly. Foreign nationals pay ₹600 entry at Qutub Minar, and all on-site costs are in Indian Rupees (₹); use the currency converter above to see each ticket tier in your home currency.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Qutub Minar?: The best time to visit Qutub Minar is November to February. Delhi winters are legendary. Perfect for outdoor walks through complex history and enjoying local street food.
What are the top travel tips for Qutub Minar?: Visit on weekdays to avoid massive crowds. Nearby Mehrauli Archaeological Park is worth a visit. Carry water and sun protection.
Where is Qutub Minar located?: Qutub Minar is in Delhi, India, at 28.5244° N, 77.1855° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Delhi, about 10 km away.
What are the best places to visit near Qutub Minar?: Top attractions near Qutub Minar include Lotus Temple (about 8 km away), Red Fort (Lal Qila) (about 16 km away), Kurukshetra Brahma Sarovar (about 164 km away) — all easy to combine on a Delhi trip.
What is the entry fee at Qutub Minar for foreign tourists?: Foreign nationals pay ₹600 to enter Qutub Minar (rates last verified 2025-10). Indian and other ticket tiers are listed in the Entry Fee section above.
How to reach Qutub Minar from Jaipur?: Qutub Minar is about 282 km from Jaipur. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹200, 5h 41m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹525, 6h 3m), Train (3AC) (~₹545, 5h 16m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹200) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (5h 16m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
How to reach Qutub Minar from Lucknow?: Qutub Minar is about 518 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹325, 9h 48m), Train (3AC) (~₹850, 9h 3m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,425, 9h 49m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹325) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (9h 3m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
How to reach Qutub Minar from Ahmedabad?: Qutub Minar is about 958 km from Ahmedabad. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹555, 17h 28m), Train (3AC) (~₹1,420, 16h 5m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹2,570, 17h 49m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹555) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (16h 5m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.