Ajmer to Jaisalmer
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ajmer, Rajasthan to Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Ajmer to Jaisalmer
486 km · ~10h 23m · About 10h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Ajmer
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
93 km · 1h 52m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 243Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 393Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
93 km · 1h 52m drive from previous stop
Arrive in JaisalmerJaisalmer, Rajasthan
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Ajmer to Jaisalmer
486 km · ~10h 48m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Ajmer
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Ajmer. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Ajmer → Jaisalmer
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~486 km
~10h 48m|Tentative fare ₹530–₹1,410
- Arrive in Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Ajmer to Jaisalmer
Nearest railway stations: Ajmer Jn for Ajmer, Jaisalmer for Jaisalmer.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 12h 30m in total
Change trains at Raika Bagh — about 6h 33m wait
1 change · 12h 30m in total
Change trains at Phalodi Junction — about 5h 20m wait
1 change · 15h in total
Change trains at Jodhpur Jn — about 4h 15m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Ajmer to Jaisalmer: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ajmer to Jaisalmer is about 486 km by road, roughly 9.7 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 486 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹16,966 · Ertiga ₹21,558 · Innova ₹22,476 · Innova Crysta ₹27,744 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹38,092
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹530 · AC Seater ₹870 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹780 · AC Sleeper ₹1,120 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,410
- Train: Sleeper ₹320 · Economy ₹520 · Third AC ₹710 · Second AC ₹1,000 · First AC ₹1,390
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Jaisalmer Fort
Also known as the “Sonar Quila” or "Sonal Kella" or "Sonar Kila" as pronounced differently in parts of India. Colourful shades of the setting sun and golden hues of the…
Gadisar Lake
This is a rainwater lake which supplies water to the city. It is surrounded by temples and tombs of saints.
Jaisalmer War Museum
A museum displaying India's modern military history. There is a hall dedicated to the noted Battle of Longewala fought near Jaisalmer during the Indo-Pakistani War of…
Jaisalmer Folklore Museum
A museum showcasing Rajasthan's folk heritage, arts and customs. There are two nightly half-hour long traditional puppet shows, starting at 6:30PM and 7:30…
Sam Sand Dunes
These sand dunes are around 50 km from Jaisalmer city but one has to go there to have this altogether different experience. This is an amazing sight and the sunset view…
Suryagarh
It's "only" a hotel, but you still wonder how they built it in the middle of the desert. Lush gardens, lovely pools and fountains, impressive stone carving techniques.
Suggested Jaisalmer Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Jaisalmer
- Travel from Ajmer to Jaisalmer (about 9.7 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Jaisalmer Fort
Day 2Explore Jaisalmer
- Visit Gadisar Lake
- Visit Bada Bagh
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples
- Head back to Ajmer
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