Braj: Mathura & Vrindavan · Birthplace of Krishna
Mathura group trip guide
Mathura: Birthplace of Krishna in Braj: Mathura & Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. From Agra it is 58 km by road, 1.5–2.5 hours with stops. Groups give it 1 day. A 17-seater tempo traveller with driver from Agra costs ₹6,800–8,400 for a same-day round trip, as of Oct 2026.
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- From Agra
- 58 km by road
- Time to give it
- 1 day
- Best season
- October to March (Holi and Janmashtami for the festivals)
- Fare from Agra
- ₹6,800–8,400 round trip (Oct 2026)
- Nearest airport
- Agra (AGR) or Delhi (DEL)
Mathura is revered as the birthplace of Krishna; the Shri Krishna Janmasthan temple complex marks the spot, and Janmashtami here is one of India's great festivals.
On the Yamuna, the evening aarti at Vishram Ghat closes the day; the Government Museum keeps sculpture of the old Mathura school.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits, and its fare to Mathura from each city, from the tables below.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Varanasi → Mathura
₹38,500–47,500
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 654 km one way · 3 days, round trip
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Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
Why groups go
The heart of the Braj yatra with Vrindavan, Govardhan and Barsana, close to Delhi NCR and Agra.
Temples & pilgrimageMughal & Nawabi heritage
How far is Mathura
Road distance from our route catalog, one way.
| From | Road km | With stops | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varanasi | 654 km | 13–15 h | – |
| Lucknow | 379 km | 8–9 h | Route: Lucknow to Mathura |
| Agra | 58 km | 1.5–2.5 h | – |
| Ghaziabad | 173 km | 3.5–4.5 h | – |
| Prayagraj | 531 km | 11–12 h | – |
Group fares from Agra
Round trip with driver, 1 day, by vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 1 day |
|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹4,700–6,300 |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹5,800–7,400 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹6,800–8,400 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹7,900–10,000 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
When to go and how long
- Best season: October to March (Holi and Janmashtami for the festivals).
- Time to give it: 1 day.
- Who goes: Pilgrims, Families, Senior citizens.
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Circuits that include Mathura
Arriving from abroad or another state
- Nearest airport: Agra (AGR) or Delhi (DEL).
- Nearest railway station: Mathura Junction.
- Operators quote the airport or station pickup with the whole trip: put your arrival in the request.
Operators for Mathura
Approved operators who take groups to Mathura. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Rishabh Motors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
173 km by road from Mathura
1 vehicle · 28 seats
Akansha mobility solutions
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Serves Mathura
1 vehicle · 17 seats
New Puhana bus service
Vehicle Owner
Roorkee, Uttarakhand
Serves Mathura
Fleet details on request
Sidhu Travels
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Chandigarh
409 km by road from Mathura
1 vehicle · 66 seats
prajapati tour and traveles
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Serves Mathura
1 vehicle · 20 seats
VIJAY TRAVELS
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
654 km by road from Mathura
2 vehicles · 7–16 seats
Official pages and sources
Opening hours, tickets and permits change: check them on the official pages before you travel.
How booking works
- Post your trip onceDates, pickup, places and group size. It takes two minutes and costs nothing.
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Questions groups ask
Agra se Mathura kitne km hai? (How far is Mathura from Agra?)
58 km by road: 1.5–2.5 hours in a tempo traveller or bus with tea and meal stops (group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour, about 35 on ghat roads). Road distance from our route catalog.
Mathura ke liye tempo traveller kitne ka padega?
Round trip from Agra (58 km one way, 1 day) with driver: 17-seater ₹6,800–8,400, 40–49 seater bus ₹15,000–20,200. Indicative, as of Oct 2026; post the trip for the exact rate.
What does a group trip to Mathura cost?
Round trip from Agra with driver: SUV / Innova ₹4,700–6,300; Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹5,800–7,400; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹6,800–8,400; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹7,900–10,000; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹15,000–20,200. Indicative, as of October 2026, with driver allowance and 5% GST; hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days do we need for Mathura?
1 day. With the drive from Agra, plan a day trip, or 2 days to see more in all. The heart of the Braj yatra with Vrindavan, Govardhan and Barsana, close to Delhi NCR and Agra.
When is the best time to visit Mathura?
October to March (Holi and Janmashtami for the festivals).
Which vehicle for our group?
4 people: Sedan; 7 people: SUV / Innova; 12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 45 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater.
How do we reach Mathura from abroad?
Nearest airport: Agra (AGR) or Delhi (DEL). Nearest railway station: Mathura Junction. Operators quote the airport pickup and the whole trip with a driver.
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