How to get from Delhi to Jaipur
To get from Delhi, India’s capital city to Jaipur, a popular tourist destination, one can take a flight, a train, a bus or a private car or taxi. The fastest way to get from Delhi to Jaipur is to take a flight while the cheapest way to travel is by taking a bus.
How far is Delhi from Jaipur? How long does it take to get there?
The distance between Delhi and Jaipur by road is approximately 268 kilometres and it takes at least four and a half hours without stops.
The rail distance is 288 kilometres; a train ride would take four to eight hours depending on the train you take.
Meanwhile, the distance by air is 241 kilometres and takes just under an hour to cover.
How much does it cost to travel between Delhi and Jaipur?
Flights are fairly pocket friendly, costing between INR 1500-5000 while train tickets for first and second AC classes cost up to INR1500. Meanwhile, bus tickets are much more economical and cost upto INR500.
How to get from Delhi to Jaipur by plane
There are several airlines which fly the Delhi to Jaipur route. These include budget airlines like SpiceJet, IndiGo and more upscale carriers like Jet Airways.
How much does a flight from Delhi to Jaipur cost?
A flight from Delhi to Jaipur can cost up to INR 5000, but generally it costs between INR1500-2000 if booked at least a week in advance.How long will it take to fly from Delhi to Jaipur?
Direct flights are between 50 minutes and 1 hour and 10 minutes long. There are connecting flights, but these take five or more hours and cost the same as direct flights, so they’re not worth considering.When calculating travel time, be sure to add two hours for security, check in and baggage collection once you reach Jaipur.
What is the difference between budget and regular carrier?
In terms of price, there’s not a wide difference between the budget airlines and the regular carriers on this route; a regular carrier may charge INR 500-1000 more than a budget airline. However, airlines like Jet Airways offer free meals. Depending on the plane model, some flights will have on-board entertainment (with private television screens) and on-board shopping catalogues.Budget airlines will not serve passengers a free meal but do sell food on board. However, it’s recommended that you carry food and water on board as the prices in-flight are quite high.
All airlines allow between 15-20 kg of free check-in baggage.
How to get from Delhi to Jaipur by bus
As there are many bus operators plying the route from Delhi to Jaipur. There are several departures through the day and night. It’s best to take an early morning bus or night bus to avoid traffic.
Popular companies with sleeper seats include Vijay Tour and Travels, Mahalaxmi Travels, Gill Travels.
Each company has different cancellation policies, but it’s always prudent to cancel at least 24 hours in advance to get a partial refund on your ticket.
Air conditioned buses are comfortable; most have semi-reclining seats which will allow you to have a nap on the journey.
Most of the buses do not serve snacks on board, but do have access to water bottles. Additionally, if you’re travelling on an early morning, afternoon or evening bus, it’ll likely stop for a tea break.
How long does it take to get from Delhi to Jaipur by bus?
The road route from Delhi to Jaipur is along two National highways, so the road conditions are quite good. Thus the trip will take between five to seven hours with a few bathroom stops along the way. Bathrooms en route tend to be used by hundreds of travellers a day, so be sure to carry along some toilet paper and sanitizer.How much does a bus ticket cost?
From Delhi to Jaipur, bus tickets cost between INR 250-500, depending on what bus company you’re travelling with and whether you opt for AC or non AC coaches. In the summer (April to June), temperatures are very high so it’s necessary to take an AC bus, but in winters, one can opt for a non-AC coach.How to get from Delhi to Jaipur by train
Delhi has several main train stations including the New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS), the Old Delhi Railway Station (DLI) and the Delhi Sarai Rohilla Railway Station (DEE) all of which serve trains to Jaipur. Meanwhile, Jaipur has one main railway station; the Jaipur Railway Starion (JP).
Popular, trusted trains one can take from Delhi to Jaipur are the Jammu AII Express, the Ranikhet Express, the Ashram Express and the DEE JP Special.
How long does a train journey from Delhi and Jaipur take?
The train journey from Delhi to Jaipur takes between 4-6 hours with a few stops at minor stations on the route.Are there many train departures a day?
There are departures all through the day from Delhi to Jaipur by train. There are also several night trains which start from Delhi between 10pm and 1am which will reach Jaipur early the next morning.How much does a train ticket cost?
From Delhi’s main stations to the Jaipur Railway Station, ticket prices cost from INR500-1500 and up.Delhi–Jaipur train journey tips
Indian trains have several types of compartments available including First AC, Second AC, Third AC (all of which are air-conditioned) and Sleeper Class.Since the train ride from Delhi to Jaipur is fairly short, the best option would be Second AC class, which has four to six berths and which includes complimentary meals.
For those travelling on a shoe-string budget, Third AC class can also be considered; there are six to twelve booths and meals are not free, but tickets are much cheaper.