About Ambala
Mathura to Ambala distnce : 381 km
Estimated travel time : 6.5 hours
Mathura to Ambala is the most popular route for both domestic as well as foreign tourists due to its geographical location and connectivity. It is located on the border of Haryana, Punjab, and Chandigarh and is hence seen as a launching pad for exploring Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Chandigarh, Jammu, and Kashmir.
Skirted by the Ghaggar river and the Tangri river, Ambala has two sub-areas Ambala Cantt and Ambala City, and hence is called "Twin City". It is known for its large Indian Army and Indian Air Force presence. Ambala is of high religious importance with a number of famous Gurudwaras like Badshahi Bagh which commemorates the visit of Guru Gobind Singh ji, and Temples like Bhawani Amba temple. It is said that Ambala got its name from Bhawani Amba. Although there are other beliefs too about the name of this city. Ambala is equally important for business as well and is home to the largest Cloth Market in the sub-continent having about 1000 wholesale shops. From silks to handlooms, you will be spoilt for choice. Apart from the cloth market, its Science Market, gold jewellery, and linen items are quite popular.
Taxi from Mathura to Ambala is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Mathura to Ambala by car is well connected through Eastern Peripheral Expressway and NH44 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Mathura to Ambala distance is 381 Km and is 6.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Javara - Radha Krishna Temple, Mahadev Temple, Dargah
Bajna - Bihari Ji Mandir, Khatu Shyam Mandir, Shiv Mandir
Tappal - Sheetla mata temple, Shiv Mandir, Devi temple
Jewar - Raja Nahar Singh Palace, U.P. Ceramics & Handicrafts
Dankaur - Chisti Peer Baba Ka Dargah, Radha Krishna Mandir, Shiv Mandir
Greater Noida - Stellar Children's Museum, Surajpur Bird Sanctuary, Theme Park
Ghaziabad - ISKCON Temple, Radha Krishana Mandir, Dudheshwar Nath Mandir, Amusement Park
Badagaon - Shri Parshavnath Jain Mandir, Trilok Teerth Dham, Maa Mansa Devi Mandir
Delhi - Red Fort, Jantar Mantar, Lotus Temple, Amusement Parks, Museums, Akshardham
Rai - Badkhalsa Memorial, Sai Baba Temple, Devi Mata Temple
Sonipat - Jurasik Park Inn, Tomb of Khwaza Khizr, Badkhalsa Memorial Museum, MojoLand
Murthal - Shiv Mandir, Water Park, Paanch Bawri Mandir, Hanuman Mandir
Panipat - Tomb of Bu-Ali Shah Kalandar, Panipat Museum, Devi Temple, Fun City Mall, The Kala Amb Park, Mittal Mega Mall
Karnal - Karna Lake, Dreamland Water Park, Gurudwara Sant Kartar Singh Ji Sandhu, Gurudwara Dera Kar Sewa
Kurukshetra - Brahma Sarovar, Sri Krishna Museum, Jyotisar Birthplace of Bhagavad Gita, Kurukshetra Panorama & Science Centre, Sheikh Chilli's Tomb, Sthaneshwar Mahadev Temple
Shahbad - Markanda Mandir, Rishi Markandeshwar Mahadev Shiv Mandir, Gurudwara Sri Manji Sahib, Naugaja Peer