Local transport in Jaipur is easily available, with a diverse range of public and private transportation options. Rajasthan Roadways has well organised city, state and inter-state bus services that is one of the best in the country. Several private travel services, and those run by tour operators/travel agents are also available. Chauffeur driven private cars and taxis for long distance travel are also available in Jaipur.
Our Jaipur Transportation Guide will tell you all you need to know about travelling in and around Jaipur. Another option for getting around is taking an interesting tour of Jaipur. You can also visit our India transportation guide if you want to know more about travelling to and around India.
Jaipur Travel Guide
By Air
Jaipur is well connected by air to other cities in India, with a host of domestic airlines like Modiluft, UP Air, Air India, SpiceJet, Archana Airways etc. operating daily flights from Mumbai, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Delhi and Aurangabad. Though small, the Sanganer Airport at Jaipur houses all facilities for tourists and is located about 13 kms from the main city. Taxis can be used to commute to and from the airport. Though the domestic locations are well linked, the only international destination accessible from Jaipur is Dubai.
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By Rail
Jaipur, on Western Railway's meter gauge and broad gauge network, is very well connected with train services from many parts of the country. It is also an important junction with direct services to most places of tourist interest. Jaipur Railway Station is located only half a kilometer from the city centre. Taxis, auto and cycle-rickshaws are available at the station for transfer to places in the city.
Connections are from Delhi, Agra, Mumbai, Chennai, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ahmedabad. Well connected from other states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh. For further details visit www.indianrail.gov.in.
Palace on Wheels
The Palace on Wheels offers an 8-day train journey across northern India, starting from the capital Delhi and covering seven cities. It enables you to catch a glimpse of the culture, history and magnificence of the land, and that too in total comfort. The train itself has a royal ambience, with all ultra modern amenities, exquisite food available in both Continental and Indian flavours, and elaborately furnished cabins with hot water facilities. A library and a bar are also located aboard this train. Above all, you can enjoy the personalised and courteous service of the uniformed attendants. The tour – an ultimate experience in luxury – starts from Delhi, moves on to Jaipur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur and Agra before returning to Delhi.
By Bus
Jaipur is one of the best connected cities in the region with very frequent bus services. From Delhi deluxe and ordinary buses ply at a half-hour frequency and take less than six hours. Rajasthan Roadways, Haryana Roadways, Delhi Transport Corporation and UP State Road Transport Corporation provide services from virtually every major centre in the region.
Deluxe bus services of Rajasthan Roadways also connect Jaipur with many important tourist centres in the state, like Kota, Jodhpur, etc. The Central Bus Stand at Sindhi Camp is located very close to the Railway Station. Buses to/from Delhi also stop at Narain Singh Circle.
By Road
Jaipur, located on the National Highway No. 8, is easily accessible by a network of well-maintained roads. There are a few other destinations around Jaipur that could find a place in your itinerary. Sariska, Alwar, Bharatpur, Jhunjhunu and Mandawa lie between 150 to 200 kms from Jaipur, while Delhi and Agra are about 250 kms away, and Jodhpur and Nathdwara are at about 350 kms from here. Buses ply regularly on this route and you can choose to travel by air-conditioned or deluxe buses.
