Retreat Ceremony was started in 1959 upon agreeing by Governments of both the countries. The motive to start this ceremony was to influence the brotherhood between Indian Border Security Force (BSF) and Pakistani Rangers.

Other India-Pakistan borders in Punjab

Sulaimanki Border, Punjab (Pakistan) / Fazilka Border, Punjab (India)

Ganda Singh Wala Border (Pakistan) / Hussainiwala Border, Punjab (India)

Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony (Also Called Parade)

Parade Timings

We know you are eager to see Parade (Retreat Ceremony) at Wagah Border. Parade timings vary during Summer & Winter seasons. In the summer season parade starts at 5:15 PM and in winter it starts at 4:15 PM. Wagah Border Parade lasts for 45 minutes and gets over when BSF lower down the Flag. It’s best to reach Wagah Border 1 hour before the retreat ceremony starts. Because not everyone gets the seats and you may miss seeing Ceremony comfortably.

How to Reach Wagah Border from Amritsar?

There are a lot of auto-rickshaws, shared Taxis and private buses run on this route. These Auto Rickshaws and buses will drop you at Custom Check Post, few meters before the entrance gate. These sources are always overcrowded because of the increasing number of tourists in Amritsar. You will have to approach local rickshaw drivers again and bargain, which is the main fight after the Retreat ceremony gets over. Plus these rickshaw drivers charge you fare as per their convenience.

To avoid this hassle & enjoy your journey till Wagah Border, the best option is to book a return Taxi in advance. Especially if you are with the family. By hiring your private car, the main convenience would be, the car will be booked dedicatedly for you.

Golden Temple to Wagah Border Distance

The distance from Golden Temple to Wagah Border is 30KM. However, this distance varies from Railway Station & Airport. Distance from Railway Station to Wagah Border is 27KM and distance from Airport is 35Km.