
Srinagar to Yusmarg Taxi
A 46 km drive through Charar-e-Sharief to the meadow of Yusmarg, with the walk to Nilnag Lake as the highlight of the day.
- 46 km by road
- About 1.5 hours
- One way from ₹1,700
Srinagar to Yusmarg taxi fare
For the whole vehicle, 46 km each way.
| Vehicle | Seats | One way | Round trip | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HatchbackHatchback | 4 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,700 | Book |
| SedanSedan | 4 | ₹1,900 | ₹3,000 | Book |
| Maruti ErtigaMUV | 6 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,400 | Book |
| Kia CarensMUV | 6 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,500 | Book |
| Toyota Innova CrystaMUV | 6 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,600 | Book |
| Toyota FortunerPremium SUV | 6 | ₹3,200 | ₹5,200 | Book |
| Tempo TravellerTempo Traveller | 12 | ₹3,300 | ₹5,800 | Book |
| Force UrbaniaLuxury Van | 13 | ₹4,600 | ₹8,100 | Book |
Fares are indicative, for the whole vehicle, and include fuel and driver. Tolls, parking, permits, local union taxis and night allowance on multi-day trips may be extra. The final fare depends on the vehicle, route, season and travel date and is confirmed when you book.
Route and travel time
- Distance
- 46 km by road, one way
- Driving time
- About 1.5 hours, without long stops
- Route
- Budgam, Nagam and Charar-e-Sharief
The route passes the hill town of Charar-e-Sharief, resting place of Kashmir’s patron saint Sheikh Noor-ud-Din — a worthwhile stop on the way up. Beyond it the road climbs into forest and opens onto the Yusmarg meadow.
From Yusmarg, Nilnag Lake is about 4 km on foot or by pony, and Sang-e-Safed further up the valley. Pony rates are fixed by the local union.
Popular stops and attractions
- Charar-e-Sharief shrine
- Yusmarg meadow
- Nilnag Lake
- Sang-e-Safed
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Srinagar to Yusmarg taxi FAQs
About 46 km, roughly an hour and a half each way.
The road is cleared to Yusmarg in most winters, but heavy snow can close it. Ask us before you go.
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