Across the Punjab plains
From Mohali, the truck heads west towards Kharar and either crosses to Ludhiana via Samrala, or drops south to Rajpura and joins NH 44. From Ludhiana, the highway runs north-west across the Sutlej, through Phagwara and Jalandhar, over the Beas and on to Amritsar. It's flat, fertile country, and NH 44 is one of the busiest freight roads in the north.
Leaving Mohali
Societies in Aerocity, the newer sectors, Kharar and Zirakpur want the move registered, a gate pass and a booked lift. Kothis in the older phases are easier, though evening parking can be tight. Start loading early so the truck reaches Amritsar in daylight.
Where in Amritsar
The walled city around the Golden Temple has narrow, crowded bazaars where trucks can't enter, so goods are carried from the nearest wide road. Ranjit Avenue, Green Avenue, Lawrence Road, Majitha Road and the colonies along the GT Road and the bypass have most of the kothis and apartments. Give the exact address and a landmark.
Amritsar homes
Most Amritsar homes are independent kothis with two or three floors, often with heavy wooden furniture. Newer apartment projects along the bypass have society rules about lifts and timings. Tell your mover about stairs, lanes and any pieces that need dismantling.
Why people make this move
Family, business, government postings, the university and medical college, and the border and army establishments around Amritsar draw many Mohali households west. If an employer is paying, ask what documents they need; every mover we work with provides a GST invoice.
Fog and harvest
In December and January, fog across the plains can slow NH 44 to a crawl, so plan to drive in daylight and keep a spare day. In April and in October and November, harvest trucks crowd the roads. February to March usually suits this route best.
Festivals
Gurpurabs, Baisakhi, Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas fill Amritsar with pilgrims, and the old city is especially crowded on those days. Lohri and the wedding season crowd both ends. Choose a date clear of them.
Students
A student moving to Guru Nanak Dev University or an Amritsar college usually needs only a few-items move. Check the hostel's dates first.
Packing
Ask for wooden furniture in blankets, mattresses in covers and electronics in their own cartons. Keep documents and jewellery with you.
Stops in Ludhiana or Jalandhar
Some moves on this route drop part of the load with relatives in Ludhiana, Phagwara or Jalandhar. Tell your mover in advance, give both addresses on the quote and list what goes where.
Two-wheelers and cars
A scooter or motorcycle can usually travel in the same truck if it's wrapped, photographed and listed separately. A car can go on a car carrier. Our bike transport service page explains the options.
Storage between homes
If your Amritsar house isn't ready, or you're moving abroad soon after, goods can be held in storage. Our storage service page explains how it works.
Settling in
In Amritsar, ask how the water supply works and whether there's a submersible pump, check the inverter, and book internet early. Our guide to address changes after moving lists the official records to update.