Agra is easy by taxi, auto-rickshaw or hired car. The fast Gatimaan Express train links Delhi in about two hours.
From the airport
Agra's airport has limited flights; most visitors arrive by train or road from Delhi.
Tickets and passes
Book train tickets ahead through official channels; taxis and tuk-tuks should be agreed on in advance.
Practical tips
- Taj Mahal gate access is limited to walking, electric vehicles and shuttles.
- Book a driver for Fatehpur Sikri.
- Get tickets for monuments online where possible.
What to avoid
Unofficial guides at the Taj gates.
Seeing Agra on foot
Agra is compact enough for taxis and auto-rickshaws between monuments. Petrol and diesel vehicles are not allowed near the Taj, so you walk or take an electric shuttle for the last stretch.
Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.
Agra getting around questions
How do I get from the airport to central Agra?
Agra's airport has limited flights; most visitors arrive by train or road from Delhi.
Which ticket should I buy in Agra?
Book train tickets ahead through official channels; taxis and tuk-tuks should be agreed on in advance.
What is the best way to get around Agra?
Agra is easy by taxi, auto-rickshaw or hired car. The fast Gatimaan Express train links Delhi in about two hours.