Jodhpur to Jaisalmer Road Distance: 285 km · 4-5 hours · Cab from ₹3,300
Jodhpur → Pokhran → Jaisalmer
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 Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur?
The distance from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer is 285 km by road via NH-15, and the drive takes about 4-5 hours. A one-way AC cab starts from ₹3,300 (sedan), with SUV and Tempo Traveller options also available. Toll and state tax are charged extra at actual.
By Road
285 km
Drive Time
4-5 hours
Cab From
₹3,300
Fuel (self-drive)
₹2,036
Jodhpur to Jaisalmer 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.
Jodhpur to Jaisalmer: 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
- Nearest railhead + timetable
- 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
- Nearest airport + transfers
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest leg, transfers both ends
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Jodhpur to Jaisalmer, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Jodhpur 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 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
Stop at Pokhran (nuclear test site museum). Jaisalmer Fort is the only living fort in India.
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Jodhpur to Jaisalmer FAQs
What is the distance from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer by road?
The road distance from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer is 285 km via NH-15, running through Pokhran. That is the driving distance a car actually covers, not the straight-line distance.
How long does it take to drive from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer?
About 4-5 hours via NH-15 in normal traffic. Starting at 5-6 AM clears the city before it fills and usually saves most of an hour against a 9 AM departure.
How much does a cab from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer cost?
A cab from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer starts at ₹3,300 for an AC sedan, ₹4,500 for an Ertiga, ₹5,400 for an Innova Crysta and ₹6,900 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.
Where can you stop between Jodhpur and Jaisalmer?
Pokhran is the practical halt on this route - the right place for food, fuel and a restroom break on a 4-5 hours drive.
What is the best time to travel from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer?
October to March. Desert sunset is magical. 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 Jodhpur 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 4-5 hours route.
What is the approximate fuel cost from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer?
Self-driving Jodhpur to Jaisalmer costs roughly ₹2,036 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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