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Agra Travel and Transport: Public TransportAgra is a busy city and extremely popular tourist destination, featuring a good choice of public transportation.

Many tourists travel to Agra using long-haul bus transport from nearby Delhi, while others arrive by train, at the city's prominent Agra Cantonment Train Station, or fly into the nearby Kheria Airport.

Apart from local bus transport in Agra, inner-city travel comes in the form of taxis and three-wheeler rickshaws. For many, the most centrally located parts of Agra are best reached by foot, since traffic can become heavy. The city's main transport options are described here.





Agra Travel and Transport: Travel by Air / Kheria Airport (AGR) - Agra, India, IN
Also known as Agra Airport, Kheria Airport is located approximately 7 km / 4 miles from the city centre and is a notable stop along the Delhi / Agra / Khajuraho and Varanasi route, which is operated by Indian Airlines. This is a fairly small domestic airport and schedule services are infrequent, with the main flights usually operating on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Agra Travel and Transport: Cantonment Train Station (Cantt)Agra Travel and Transport: Travel by Train - Agra, India, IN
Train transport is a convenient way to travel both to and from the city, with the Agra Cantonment Train Station being the main railway station, off Station Road. Located on the south-western side of the Agra Fort and the famous Taj Mahal, the Cantonment station (Cantt) is a prominent stop along the Delhi to Mumbai line. Many trains regularly travel to cities around India, with the main destinations including Delhi (around three hours), and Jaipur (four hours). Look out for the modern, superfast Bhopal Shatabdi (Shatabdi Express), the fastest train in the whole of India.

Agra Travel and Transport: Agra Car Rental - Agra, India, IN
Those choosing to rent a car in Agra will enjoy the freedom that it provides, but do avoid driving within the city centre if possible, since it often becomes congested. Rental car transport is perfect for those planning to travel outside of Agra and it is possible to drive to Delhi along the National Highway 2, although you should always allow plenty of time, since traffic can often be extremely heavy. Other popular destinations, which can be reached by car from Agra include Gwalior (two hours / National Highway 3), Kanpur (five hours / National Highway 2) and Lucknow (six and a half hours / National Highway 2). Cars can also be hired with their own personal driver, who will be happy to transport you to many locations around Agra.

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Agra Travel and Transport: Picture of an Auto Rickshaws Agra Travel and Transport: Travel by Taxis and Auto Rickshaws - Agra, India, IN
Nippy auto rickshaws are an extremely popular way to travel around Agra, particularly when traffic conditions are congested, although always agree fairs in advance. Those who are aware of the environment will be pleased to also find cycle-powered rickshaw transport, which gather in prominent tourist hot spots and are perfect for short distances, being particularly cheap. A pre-paid taxi rank and auto rickshaw booth can both be found outside of the Agra Cantonment Train Station and are happy to provide guided tours of the city.

Agra Travel and Transport: Travel by Bus and Coach - Agra, India, IN
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Regular bus transport is provided between Agra and New Delhi's Sarai Kale Khan bus station, with a journey time of up to five hours. Long-distance bus transport departs from the Idgah Bus Station, the city’s main bus station, located off Ajmer Road and between both the Agra Cantonment Train Station and the Idgah Train Station. In total there are three interstate bus stands located around Agra, also being close to both the Red Fort and the Taj Mahal.





 
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