Bikaner to Jaisalmer
The distance from Bikaner to Jaisalmer is about 333 km by road, roughly 6.5 hours (estimated). Various tour operators and travel agencies offer chauffeured car-taxi services;
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.
Overview
The distance from Bikaner to Jaisalmer is about 333 km by road, roughly 6.5 hours (estimated). Various tour operators and travel agencies offer chauffeured car-taxi services; these are charged on a per-kilometre, per-day basis. You can plan to take one to arrive into the city or take one for sightseeing in and around the city.
Route Map
By Car: Bikaner to Jaisalmer
333 km · ~7h · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bikaner
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
183 km · 3h 40m 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: Bikaner to Jaisalmer
333 km · ~7h 24m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bikaner
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bikaner. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bikaner → Jaisalmer
AC Seater / Volvo · ~333 km
~7h 24m|Tentative fare ₹370–₹980
- 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: Bikaner to Jaisalmer
Nearest railway stations: Bikaner Jn for Bikaner, Jaisalmer for Jaisalmer.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 8h 10m in total
Change trains at Marwar Birthi — about 1h 40m wait
1 change · 11h 25m in total
Change trains at Phalodi Junction — about 4h 59m wait
1 change · 13h 45m in total
Change trains at Gajner — about 7h 21m 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.
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Things to Do in Jaisalmer
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 Bikaner to Jaisalmer (about 6.5 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 Bikaner
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
333 km
6.5 hours
Approximately 333 km by road from Bikaner to Jaisalmer, roughly 6.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
333 km
The nearest railway station to Jaisalmer is Jaisalmer railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 333 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Jaisalmer Airport (JSA), about 6 km away.
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