Vrindavan is about 10 km from Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura, which takes 20 to 40 minutes by auto-rickshaw, e-rickshaw or car depending on traffic. Road is the practical way to go; there is no frequent train between the two.
How do you go from Mathura to Vrindavan by road?
Shared and private autos and e-rickshaws run between Mathura and Vrindavan through the day, and taxis are easy to find. Inside Vrindavan the temple lanes around Banke Bihari are narrow, and vehicles usually stop short of them — expect to walk the last stretch.
Is there a train from Mathura to Vrindavan?
Vrindavan has a small station on a short branch line with very limited service. In practice pilgrims arrive at Mathura Junction and continue by road.
Planning tips
- Do Mathura on one day and Vrindavan on the next — that is the shape most families find comfortable.
- Temples in Vrindavan close in the afternoon; check the opening hours of the ones you want before you set out.
- Wear footwear that is easy to take off and leave; you will do it many times in a day.
Temples to plan around
- Banke Bihari Temple (Vrindavan)Mathura
- Krishna JanmabhoomiMathura
- Dwarkadhish TempleMathura
Distances are measured by road between the city centre or main shrine, and times assume normal traffic. Festivals, weekends, weather and road works can change both. Train timings change too — please check current schedules close to your travel date.