Jaisalmer to Jodhpur Road Distance: 285 km · 4-5 hours · Cab from ₹3,300
Jaisalmer → Pokhran → Jodhpur
Fort walls, sandstone and straight highway — the royal circuit by road.
Cab fare, all inclusive
Distance
285km
Drive time
4hrs
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Driving Jaisalmer to Jodhpur: 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 Jodhpur from Jaisalmer?
The distance from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur is 285 km by road via NH-15, the same road as the outward leg driven in the other direction, and the drive takes about 4-5 hours. A one-way AC cab is ₹3,300 (sedan), Ertiga SUV ₹4,500, Innova Crysta ₹5,400, 12-seater Tempo Traveller ₹6,900. Toll and parking are extra at actuals.
By Road
285 km
Drive Time
4-5 hours
Cab From
₹3,300
Fuel (self-drive)
₹2,036
Jaisalmer to Jodhpur distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 285 km (177 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 4-5 hours
- Best route / highway
- NH-15
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹3,300 (₹11/km)
- Ertiga SUV cab fare Maruti Ertiga · 6 seater
- ₹4,500 (₹15/km)
- Innova Crysta cab fare Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 seater
- ₹5,400 (₹18/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹6,900 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹2,036 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Jaisalmer to Jodhpur: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 285 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 4-5 hours
- Cost
- From ₹3,300
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- 4-6 hrs
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 5-6 hrs
- Cost
- Most economical
- Comfort
- Shared, fixed stops
- Best For
- Backpackers, low budget
Flight
- Travel Time
- Not practical
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest but airport transfers needed
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Jaisalmer to Jodhpur, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Jaisalmer to Jodhpur 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 285 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
October to March. Desert sunset is magical.
Local insider tip
The pickup is anywhere in Jaisalmer and the drop anywhere in Jodhpur. The plazas are the same ones as the outward leg in the other order, and the driver settles them on FASTag.
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Jaisalmer to Jodhpur FAQs
What is the distance from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur by road?
Jaisalmer to Jodhpur is 285 km by road via NH-15 via Pokhran. It is the same road as Jodhpur to Jaisalmer driven in the other direction, so the kilometres, the highway and the toll plazas are the same; only the order of the stops changes.
How long does it take to drive from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur?
About 4-5 hours for the 285 km. Good highway through Thar Desert. Flat terrain, straight road.
What does a one-way cab from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur cost?
₹3,300 (sedan), Ertiga SUV ₹4,500, Innova Crysta ₹5,400, 12-seater Tempo Traveller ₹6,900. A one-way drop is charged for the outward distance only; tolls, parking and any state permit are extra at actuals, and the driver settles them on FASTag.
Is the return leg from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur charged differently?
No. The fare is worked from the published rate card on the distance driven, so Jaisalmer to Jodhpur costs the same as Jodhpur to Jaisalmer for the same vehicle. What changes on a return booking is only whether you pay for one leg or two.
When is the best time to drive from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur?
October to March. Desert sunset is magical.
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