Kargil does not have its own airport, with the nearest one located in Srinagar. It is connected to Leh & Srinagar via the National Highway (NH) 1, which is also the most preferred route for travellers. Travelling to Kargil via road is both exciting & adventurous.
Kargil is a beautiful town located in Ladakh and from here one can see dramatic landscapes and snow-clad mountains. Kargil is a famous tourist destination mainly for its war history with Pakistan and the only way to reach here is by road.
The best way of reaching Kargil by air, rail & road is described below.
The nearest airports to Kargil are Sheikh-Ul-Alam International Airport, at a distance of around 260 kilometers, while Leh Airport, also known as Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, is located about 220 kilometers.
Jammu Tawi Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Kargil, located at a distance of about 440 kilometers.
National Highway (NH) 1, which connects Srinagar to Leh, cuts through the Kargil route. This road is open for travellers from March till June. The road between Kargil and Drass, is open throughout the year.
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