Delhi to Jaipur: Distance, Time by Road and Train
Delhi to Jaipur distance and time: by road, by train, by bus and with a private driver, with stops worth making and how to choose.
Delhi to Jaipur is the most travelled leg of the Golden Triangle. It is also the simplest, with a good road and frequent trains. The question is not whether you can do it, but which way suits your trip.
This guide gives the distance and the time for each mode, and when each is the right choice.
Amber Fort, on the Jaipur side of the journey.
Mode | Distance | Typical time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
Private car and driver | About 270 to 280 km | 5 to 6 hours | Flexibility and stops |
Train | About 300 km by rail | 4.5 to 5.5 hours | Speed and comfort |
Bus | About 270 to 280 km | 6 to 7 hours | Budget |
Flight | About 240 km direct | About 1 hour in the air | Rarely worth it |
By road
The road is a modern, divided highway, and the drive takes five to six hours with a break. The morning is the best time to leave, since the traffic on the Delhi side clears by mid-morning.
A private car gives you a few useful stops on the way. Our Agra to Jaipur guide covers the Abhaneri and Fatehpur Sikri side, and the same logic applies on this route.
By train
Several trains run each day, including the faster Shatabdi and Vande Bharat style services. The journey takes about 4.5 to 5.5 hours, and it leaves from Delhi's main stations and arrives in the city centre. Book in advance, as seats on the best trains fill early.
By bus and flight
Buses run all day, but they take longer and are less comfortable. A flight takes about an hour in the air, and the total time with the airport transfers is rarely less than the train.
Which should you choose?
Choose a car if you are a group, want stops, or are linking this leg with Agra or Abhaneri.
Choose the train if you want a comfortable, fast and predictable run, and you will use a car in Jaipur.
Choose the flight only for connections.
Planning the day
If you drive, leave Delhi by 8 am, and expect to reach Jaipur in the early afternoon. You can add a break at a roadside stop and still arrive in time for an evening at the old city. See our Hawa Mahal guide for a first-evening stop.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Delhi from Jaipur?
About 270 to 280 km by road.
How long does the drive take?
Five to six hours.
Is the train faster?
Slightly, at about 4.5 to 5.5 hours, with comfort.
Should I go by car or train?
Car for stops and groups, train for speed.
Can I do it as a day trip?
Yes, but it is long. A night in Jaipur is better.
Plan your Golden Triangle days with us
We choose the transfer and the stops, and meet you with a driver at both ends. Explore the Golden Triangle destination page or talk to a trip designer.
Photo credits
Amber Fort: see the photo credits on our Amber Fort guide, via Wikimedia Commons.
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