Delhi to Jaisalmer Road Distance: 780 km · 12-13 hours · Cab from ₹8,580
Delhi → Jaipur → Jodhpur → Pokhran → Jaisalmer
Fort walls, sandstone and straight highway — the royal circuit by road.
Cab fare, all inclusive
Distance
780km
Drive time
12hrs
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Driving Delhi to Jaisalmer: what this corridor is like
Heritage stops on the way
Neemrana, Chand Baori, Pushkar ghats and the Chittorgarh ramparts sit on these highways; the driver will pace the day around them.
Heat and daylight planning
From March to June the fleet runs early departures and long AC halts; October to February is the season everyone should book for.
Palace and haveli pickups
Narrow old-city lanes in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur need a sedan that fits — we send the right car for your hotel.
How far is Jaisalmer from Delhi?
The distance from Delhi to Jaisalmer is 780 km by road via NH-48 via Jaipur & Jodhpur, and the drive takes about 12-13 hours. A one-way AC cab starts from ₹8,580 (sedan), with SUV and Tempo Traveller options also available. Toll and state tax are charged extra at actual.
By Road
780 km
Drive Time
12-13 hours
Cab From
₹8,580
Fuel (self-drive)
₹5,571
Delhi to Jaisalmer distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 780 km (484 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 12-13 hours
- Best route / highway
- NH-48 via Jaipur & Jodhpur
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹8,580 (₹11/km)
- Ertiga SUV cab fare Maruti Ertiga · 6 seater
- ₹11,700 (₹15/km)
- Innova Crysta cab fare Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 seater
- ₹14,040 (₹18/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹17,940 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹5,571 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Delhi to Jaisalmer: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 780 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 12-13 hours
- Cost
- From ₹8,580
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- Nearest railhead + timetable
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 13-18 hrs
- Cost
- Most economical
- Comfort
- Shared, fixed stops
- Best For
- Backpackers, low budget
Flight
- Travel Time
- Nearest airport + transfers
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest leg, transfers both ends
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Delhi to Jaisalmer, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Delhi to Jaisalmer cab fare
Fuel and driver included · Tolls and taxes extra
Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
Ertiga SUV
Maruti Ertiga · 6 Seater
Innova Crysta
Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
* Toll & state tax extra at actual. Fares based on 780 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
October to March. Desert Festival in February is a unique experience.
Local insider tip
Book a night halt in Jodhpur for comfortable travel. Sam Sand Dunes sunset is unforgettable.
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Delhi to Jaisalmer FAQs
What is the distance from Delhi to Jaisalmer by road?
The road distance from Delhi to Jaisalmer is 780 km via NH-48 via Jaipur & Jodhpur, running through Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pokhran. That is the driving distance a car actually covers, not the straight-line distance.
How long does it take to drive from Delhi to Jaisalmer?
About 12-13 hours via NH-48 via Jaipur & Jodhpur, which makes this a full day behind the wheel rather than a half-day trip. A 5-6 AM start is what gets you in before dark; leaving late turns the last stretch into night driving.
How much does a cab from Delhi to Jaisalmer cost?
A cab from Delhi to Jaisalmer starts at ₹8,580 for an AC sedan, ₹11,700 for an Ertiga, ₹14,040 for an Innova Crysta and ₹17,940 for a 12-seater Tempo Traveller. Outstation trips are billed on a 300 km per day minimum. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
How is the Delhi to Jaisalmer drive broken up?
The route passes Jaipur then Jodhpur then Pokhran. On a 12-13 hours journey that is a natural set of stages: take the first break around Jaipur before the traffic thins, and plan the longer halt near Jodhpur.
Should you break the Delhi to Jaisalmer journey overnight?
At 12-13 hours it is doable in one day with an early start and many passengers do it. Two things change the answer: a driver on a run this long needs real rest breaks, and arriving after dark somewhere unfamiliar is the part people regret. If the schedule allows, an overnight halt near Jodhpur splits it comfortably.
What is the best time to travel from Delhi to Jaisalmer?
October to March. Desert Festival in February is a unique experience. For the drive itself, starting early leaves you daylight at the Jaisalmer end, which matters more than the season on a route like this.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Delhi to Jaisalmer?
A one-way cab is cheaper when you only need the drop - you do not pay for the empty return. Choose a round trip when you want the same car and driver waiting, which is normally better value for a same-day return on a 12-13 hours route.
What is the approximate fuel cost from Delhi to Jaisalmer?
Self-driving Delhi to Jaisalmer costs roughly ₹5,571 in fuel one way at about 14 km/l. A Triveni cab includes fuel in the fare, so toll and state tax are the only extras.
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