Jhansi to Mathura distance is approximately 286 km by road via NH 44 – travel time 5 to 6 hours by car or taxi. By train: approximately 269 km; fastest trains take 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours; Shatabdi and superfast express trains run this route. By bus: approximately 5.5 to 6 hours. Taxi fare Jhansi to Mathura: ₹3,500-₹5,500 one way depending on vehicle type. Experience My India Mathura Vrindavan tours from ₹1,999 per person. Call +91-7302265809. See our Mathura Vrindavan tour Package or message WhatsApp +91 7302265809.
Why Jhansi Pilgrims Come to Mathura
Jhansi is one of the major cities of Bundelkhand – historically significant as the site of Rani Lakshmibai’s fort and battlefield and well-connected by road and rail to both northern and central India. For pilgrims from Jhansi, Mathura (Lord Krishna’s birthplace) and Vrindavan (his childhood playground) are the most natural northern pilgrimage destination – lying directly on the NH 44 corridor that connects Jhansi to Delhi.
The route also passes through or near Gwalior (90 km from Jhansi) and Agra (205 km from Jhansi) – making the Jhansi-Agra-Mathura-Vrindavan combination one of the most heritage-rich road trip routes in central-northern India.
I am Gurudutt, founder of Experience My India, born and raised in Braj Bhoomi and guiding pilgrims since 2018. I have received more than 50,000 pilgrims at Mathura from across India – including many groups from Jhansi and the Bundelkhand region. This is the complete 2026 guide to the Jhansi to Mathura distance, route, travel time, taxi fare and what to do when you arrive. Call +91-7302265809.
Jhansi to Mathura Distance – All Modes at a Glance
| Mode | Distance | Travel Time | Approx Cost | Notes |
| By Road (Car/Taxi) | 286 km via NH 44 | 5-6 hours | ₹3,500-₹5,500 | Via Gwalior and Agra; tolls apply |
| By Road (alternate) | 289 km via NH 21 + NH 44 | 6-6.5 hours | ₹3,500-₹5,500 | Slightly longer; fewer tolls |
| By Train | 269 km | 3 hrs 15 min – 4 hrs | ₹130-₹1,500 depending on class | Jhansi Junction (VGLJ) to Mathura Junction (MTJ) |
| By Bus | 286 km | 5.5-6.5 hours | ₹300-₹700 | Multiple operators; check redBus |
| Mathura to Jhansi | 287 km via NH 44 | 5 hrs 30 min – 6 hrs | Same as above | Return route; slightly faster than onward |
Key distance facts:
- Jhansi to Mathura by road: 286 km via NH 44 (fastest route; tolls apply)
- Jhansi to Mathura by train: 269 km (rail distance is shorter than road)
- Jhansi to Vrindavan: 298 km (Vrindavan is 12 km beyond Mathura)
- Jhansi to Agra: 205 km (natural stopover on the way to Mathura)
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Jhansi to Mathura by Road – NH 44 Route Guide
The primary road route from Jhansi to Mathura is via NH 44 – the National Highway connecting Jhansi northward through Gwalior, across the Chambal bridge, through Dholpur and then into Agra before heading north to Mathura.
Route 1 – Via NH 44 (Fastest – Recommended)
| Segment | Distance | Estimated Time |
| Jhansi → Gwalior | 90 km | 1.5 hours |
| Gwalior → Dholpur (Chambal Bridge) | 80 km | 1.5 hours |
| Dholpur → Agra | 55 km | 1 hour |
| Agra → Mathura | 58 km | 1 hour |
| Total: Jhansi → Mathura | 286 km | 5-6 hours |
Tolls on NH 44: Multiple toll plazas between Jhansi and Mathura – estimated total toll ₹300-₹500 for a car (included in taxi fares quoted by Experience My India). Always confirm with your cab provider whether toll is included.
Route 2 – Via NH 21 and NH 44
Distance: 289 km | Time: 6-6.5 hours – slightly longer but may have less traffic outside peak hours.
Route 3 – Via Balaji Unnao Road and NH 44
Distance: 310 km | Time: 6.5-7 hours – avoid this route unless NH 44 has major traffic.
Road conditions: NH 44 between Jhansi and Agra is a well-maintained 4-lane highway for most stretches. The Gwalior-Agra stretch has some ongoing widening work in 2026 – allow an extra 30 minutes buffer during peak travel times (Friday-Sunday, festival seasons).
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Jhansi to Mathura by Train – Fastest Options 2026
The train is the fastest mode from Jhansi to Mathura – covering approximately 269 km (rail distance) in 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours on the fastest services.
Railway stations:
- Jhansi: Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi (VGLJ) – major junction on the Delhi-Chennai main line
- Mathura: Mathura Junction (MTJ) – central station; 2 km from Krishna Janmabhoomi
Key Trains – Jhansi to Mathura 2026
| Train | Train No. | Approx Journey Time | Frequency | Type |
| Bhopal Shatabdi Express | 12002 | 3 hrs 15 min | Daily | AC Chair Car only |
| Gatimaan Express | 12049 | 3 hrs 30 min | Daily (except Fri) | AC Chair Car + Executive |
| Chambal Express | 11270 | 4 hrs 30 min | Daily | Sleeper + AC |
| Prayagraj Express | 12418 | 4 hrs 15 min | Daily | Sleeper + AC |
| Other superfast expresses | Multiple | 4-5 hrs | Daily | Sleeper + AC |
Train fare classes – Jhansi to Mathura:
| Class | Approx Fare |
| Sleeper (SL) | ₹130-₹220 |
| Third AC (3A) | ₹360-₹500 |
| Second AC (2A) | ₹500-₹700 |
| First AC (1A) | ₹750-₹1,999 |
| AC Chair Car (CC) – Shatabdi/Gatimaan | ₹600-₹900 |
Booking: Book on IRCTC (irctc.co.in) or via ixigo, RailYatri apps. Book at least 3-7 days in advance for Shatabdi and Gatimaan; Tatkal available 1 day before.
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Jhansi to Mathura by Bus – What to Know
Buses from Jhansi to Mathura take approximately 5.5 to 6.5 hours on the NH 44 road route. Multiple state and private operators run this route.
| Operator Type | Estimated Fare | Travel Time | Booking |
| UP Roadways (state bus) | ₹300-₹450 | 6-7 hours | Bus stand at Jhansi |
| Private sleeper/semi-sleeper | ₹500-₹700 | 5.5-6.5 hours | redBus; AbhiBus |
| AC Volvo (private) | ₹700-₹1,000 | 5.5-6 hours | redBus; AbhiBus |
Bus timing note: Most Jhansi-Mathura buses depart between 5:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Book at least 1-2 days ahead for weekend travel. Buses typically stop at Gwalior and Agra – passengers can board/alight there.
Practical tip: Buses arrive at Mathura Bus Stand (Sadar), approximately 2.5 km from Krishna Janmabhoomi and 3 km from Vishram Ghat. Pre-arranged auto-rickshaw or e-rickshaw needed from bus stand. Experience My India arranges bus-stand pickup on request. Call +91-7302265809.
Jhansi to Mathura Taxi Fare – Complete Breakdown
| Vehicle Type | One Way Fare (Jhansi-Mathura) | Capacity | Notes |
| Sedan (Swift Dzire / Honda Amaze) | ₹3,500-₹4,999 | 4 passengers | AC; includes driver; tolls extra |
| SUV (Innova / Ertiga) | ₹4,999-₹6,000 | 6-7 passengers | AC; includes driver; tolls extra |
| Tempo Traveller | ₹6,000-₹9,000 | 9-12 passengers | For groups; most economical per person |
| Toll charges (approx) | ₹300-₹500 | – | Paid separately unless included in package |
| Round trip (same day) | Add 80-90% of one-way fare | – | Driver waiting charges may apply |
Important: Confirm with the taxi provider whether toll, parking and driver bata (allowance) are included or extra. Experience My India provides all-inclusive Mathura Vrindavan tour packages – no hidden charges.
Jhansi to Mathura cab booking: Call Experience My India at +91-7302265809 for Mathura-end pickup from any hotel or station or for a full Jhansi-to-Mathura-to-Vrindavan package arranged from Mathura side. See our 3-Day Mathura Vrindavan Tour – from ₹4,999 per person.
Agra on the Way – The Natural Stopover
Agra is 205 km from Jhansi and 58 km from Mathura – making it the perfect stopover on the Jhansi to Mathura road trip. The Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri can add 4-6 hours to your Agra visit.
| Jhansi → Agra → Mathura Route |
| Jhansi to Agra: 205 km; 3.5-4 hours |
| Agra sightseeing: 4-6 hours (Taj Mahal + Agra Fort) |
| Agra to Mathura: 58 km; 1-1.5 hours |
| Total: Jhansi → Agra → Mathura in 1 day: 9-12 hours |
Practical Agra tips:
- Taj Mahal: Open sunrise-sunset; closed Friday; entry ₹1,100 for foreigners / ₹50 for Indians
- Agra Fort: 6:00 AM-6:00 PM; entry ₹40 (Indians)
- Best approach: Leave Jhansi by 5:00-6:00 AM; reach Agra by 9:30-10:00 AM; Taj Mahal morning visit; lunch in Agra; leave for Mathura by 3:00-4:00 PM; reach Mathura by 5:00 PM
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What to Do in Mathura After Arriving from Jhansi
After the Jhansi to Mathura journey, the Mathura circuit:
| Site | Distance from Mathura Junction | Timing | Entry |
| Krishna Janmabhoomi | 2 km | 5:00 AM-12:00 PM; 4:00-9:30 PM | Free |
| Dwarkadhish Temple | 2.5 km | 6:30-10:30 AM; 4:00-7:00 PM | Free |
| Vishram Ghat | 2.5 km | 24 hours; Aarti 7:00 PM (winter) | Free |
| Potra Kund | 2 km (adjacent to Janmabhoomi) | 6:00 AM-9:00 PM | Free |
| Govardhan Hill | 22 km from Mathura | 21 km Parikrama | Free |
| Vrindavan | 12 km from Mathura | All day | Free |
For the complete Mathura Vrindavan temple timings 2026 – including Dwarkadhish Mangala Aarti at 6:30 AM and Keshi Ghat Yamuna Aarti at 6:30 PM – see our dedicated guide.
Recommended Mathura arrival plan for Jhansi pilgrims: If arriving by train (3.5-4 hours): depart Jhansi at 6:00 AM → arrive Mathura by 10:00 AM → full day Mathura circuit → overnight hotel → Dwarkadhish Mangala Aarti next morning 6:30 AM → Vrindavan.
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Vrindavan from Jhansi – Distance and Extension
Vrindavan is 12 km beyond Mathura – making the total Jhansi to Vrindavan distance approximately 298 km by road and approximately 281 km by train (Mathura Junction is the arrival station; Vrindavan is 12 km from MTJ by road).
| From | Distance | Travel Time |
| Jhansi to Vrindavan by road | 298 km | 6-7 hours total |
| Jhansi to Vrindavan by train + cab | 269 km rail + 12 km cab | 4-5 hours total |
Vrindavan must-visit: Banke Bihari Temple (Summer 7:45 AM; Photography banned), Prem Mandir (8:30 AM; 54 acres; fountain show 7:30 PM), ISKCON Krishna Balaram Mandir (Mangala Aarti 4:30 AM), Keshi Ghat Yamuna Aarti (6:30 PM daily).
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Ground Truth – What Nobody Tells You
After receiving thousands of pilgrims from Jhansi and Bundelkhand at Mathura since 2018, here is what I – Gurudutt, founder of Experience My India – share privately:
The NH 44 Gwalior-Agra stretch has road work in 2026 – add 30-45 minutes buffer on weekends. Most online travel time estimates for Jhansi to Mathura by road show 5 hours flat. In reality, the Gwalior bypass and sections near Dholpur consistently add 30-45 minutes on Saturdays and Sundays. Experience My India always adds this buffer when planning Mathura pickup for road-arriving groups.
Train is faster than car from Jhansi to Mathura – but the Shatabdi has limited seats and books out fast. The Bhopal Shatabdi (Train 12002) from Jhansi to Mathura in 3 hours 15 minutes is significantly faster than driving. But it runs AC Chair Car only – no sleeper – and popular dates (weekends, festival season) book out 7-10 days in advance. Book early or have a backup train option.
Mathura Junction (MTJ) is 2 km from Krishna Janmabhoomi – but auto-rickshaw drivers at the station quote ₹100-₹200 for a 2 km ride. Standard auto rate is ₹30-₹50. Experience My India arranges pre-paid station pickups for all incoming train passengers to avoid overcharging – call +91-7302265809 before your train arrives.
Agra to Mathura is only 58 km – most Jhansi pilgrims don’t realise they pass within 58 km of Mathura when visiting Agra. If you have ever visited the Taj Mahal from Jhansi, you were 58 km from Krishna Janmabhoomi. Experience My India’s 4-Day Agra Mathura Vrindavan Tour combines Agra + Mathura + Vrindavan + Govardhan in one circuit starting and ending in Agra – ideal for Jhansi travellers who want to cover all four.
Govardhan is 22 km from Mathura – easily added to a Jhansi to Mathura trip. Most itineraries from Jhansi end at Mathura or Vrindavan. Govardhan Hill (where Krishna held up the mountain) and Barsana (Radha Rani’s birthplace) are 22 km and 50 km from Mathura respectively – adding 1 extra day covers both. Experience My India’s 2-Days Govardhan Barsana & Agra Tour is built for exactly this extension.
Know Before You Travel
- Jhansi to Mathura by road: 286 km via NH 44; 5-6 hours; tolls ₹300-₹500
- Jhansi to Mathura by train: 269 km; 3 hrs 15 min (Shatabdi) to 4-5 hrs (other trains)
- Jhansi station: Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi (VGLJ); Mathura station: Mathura Junction (MTJ)
- Taxi fare one way: Sedan ₹3,500-₹4,999; SUV ₹4,999-₹6,000; Tempo Traveller ₹6,000-₹9,000
- Bus fare: ₹300-₹1,000; 5.5-6.5 hours; book on redBus or AbhiBus
- Agra is 205 km from Jhansi; 58 km from Mathura – natural same-trip stopover
- Vrindavan is 12 km from Mathura – total Jhansi to Vrindavan 298 km
- Mathura Junction to Krishna Janmabhoomi: 2 km; standard auto ₹30-₹50
- All Mathura temples are free to enter
- Best season to visit Mathura: October-February
- Janmashtami 2026: September 4 – book train 3-4 weeks ahead
- Experience My India arranges Mathura Vrindavan tours for all Jhansi arrivals. Call +91-7302265809.
FAQ – Jhansi to Mathura Distance
The fastest train from Jhansi to Mathura is the Bhopal Shatabdi Express (Train No. 12002) – covering the approximately 269 km rail distance in approximately 3 hours 15 minutes. The Gatimaan Express is also fast at approximately 3 hours 30 minutes. Both run AC Chair Car and require advance booking. For Sleeper class, superfast expresses like the Chambal Express or Prayagraj Express cover the route in 4 to 4.5 hours. Book at irctc.co.in. Experience My India arranges Mathura station pickup – call +91-7302265809.
As of September 2026, there is no direct Vande Bharat Express service on the Jhansi-Mathura route. Vande Bharat services primarily operate on Delhi-Varanasi, Delhi-Katra, Delhi-Bhopal and other major city-pair corridors. The Bhopal Shatabdi Express remains the fastest practical train option from Jhansi to Mathura at approximately 3 hours 15 minutes. Check irctc.co.in for any new Vande Bharat service launched after this guide’s update date. Experience My India – call +91-7302265809.
Yes – Agra is very close to Mathura. The distance from Agra to Mathura is approximately 58 km by road, taking about 1 to 1.5 hours by car. This makes Agra a natural stopover on the Jhansi to Mathura road trip – Jhansi to Agra is 205 km (3.5-4 hours) and Agra to Mathura is only 58 km (1 hour) further. Many Jhansi travellers combine Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in the morning, then reach Mathura by afternoon. Experience My India’s 3-Day Agra Mathura Vrindavan Tour covers this combination – call +91-7302265809.
Vrindavan is approximately 298 km from Jhansi by road – 286 km to Mathura plus 12 km from Mathura to Vrindavan. By train: approximately 281 km total (269 km Jhansi to Mathura Junction by rail, then 12 km by cab from Mathura to Vrindavan). Total travel time from Jhansi to Vrindavan by train + cab: approximately 4.5 to 5 hours. Experience My India arranges the complete Mathura + Vrindavan circuit for Jhansi arrivals – call +91-7302265809.
Jhansi to Mathura taxi fare: Sedan (Swift Dzire / Amaze) – ₹3,500 to ₹4,999 one way for up to 4 passengers. SUV (Innova / Ertiga) – ₹4,999 to ₹6,000 one way for up to 7 passengers. Tempo Traveller – ₹6,000 to ₹9,000 for 9-12 passengers. Tolls on NH 44 are approximately ₹300-₹500 extra unless included in the package. Book via local Jhansi taxi operators or call Experience My India for Mathura end coordination at +91-7302265809.
Jhansi to Mathura by road via NH 44 takes approximately 5 to 6 hours for a distance of 286 km. The journey covers Jhansi → Gwalior (90 km; 1.5 hrs) → Dholpur (80 km; 1.5 hrs) → Agra (55 km; 1 hr) → Mathura (58 km; 1 hr). Add 30-45 minutes buffer on weekends and during festival seasons for traffic near the Gwalior-Agra stretch. Mathura to Jhansi return is slightly faster at approximately 5 hours 30 minutes. Experience My India – call +91-7302265809.
Train is better for most travellers – specifically for speed, comfort and cost efficiency. The Shatabdi Express covers the route in 3 hours 15 minutes; even regular superfast trains take 4 to 4.5 hours, which is faster than the 5.5 to 6.5 hour bus journey. Train fares start at ₹130 (Sleeper) vs ₹300-₹700 (bus). The bus advantage: no advance booking needed and more flexible timings. For families and groups, a private taxi (₹3,500-₹6,000) gives the most flexibility and allows an Agra stopover. Experience My India – call +91-7302265809.
Yes. Experience My India receives and guides pilgrims from Jhansi at Mathura – station pickup from Mathura Junction, complete Mathura Vrindavan circuit, hotel arrangements and return drop. Same Day Mathura Vrindavan Tour from ₹1,999 per person; 2-day from ₹3,999; 3-Day Agra Mathura Vrindavan from ₹4,999. For Jhansi groups, we recommend arriving by the Shatabdi Express for the full day circuit. WhatsApp +91-7302265809 – complete Mathura itinerary for Jhansi arrivals in 30 minutes.
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