Jaipur (also known as the Pink City) is the capital of Rajasthan and a historical city built in the 18th century. It is one of the most visited cities in India, both by Indians and foreigners. Jaipur is a favourite destination for a road trip from Delhi as it takes only 5 hours to reach via NH 8.
Jaipur’s top attractions include Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Jai Mahal, Birla Temple, Nahargarh Fort and many others.
Best Time To Visit
Summers are excruciatingly hot in Jaipur. Hence it is not advisable to visit during summers. October to March are an ideal time to visit, but during these months Jaipur witnesses maximum tourist footfall, so you may find it crowded.
Monsoons are full of heavy rains and also a good time to take a road trip to Jaipur from Delhi. Caution should be observed on the highway during monsoons.
How To Get There
Since the distance is only 5 hours, a bike trip would be a great choice for avid bikers. Otherwise, you can take your own car or hire a self-driving rental. RSRTC operates regular direct buses from Jaipur to Delhi.
Private bus operators offer affordable tickets starting from Rs. 300 on wards. Opt for an AC Volvo to make your bus trip more convenient. If going by car, hire a driver so you can enjoy the sights without the hassle of driving.
Route Options
There are three main routes to take on your road trip. Check them out below and take your pick.
Route 1: The Neemrana Route
Route Map
Delhi → Gurgaon → Manesar → Bhiwadi → Neemrana → Kotputli → Shahpura → Jaipur
This is the shortest route that takes around 5 hours on NH 48 across roughly 280 kilometers. Check out your road trip itinerary and pick and choose which stops to make.
Popular Stopovers on your Delhi to Jaipur Road Trip
Heritage Transport Museum
- Sultanpur National Park and Bird Sanctuary: This spot is ideal for spending time in nature and bird watching with a variety of species to observe.
- NeverEnuf Garden Railway: This miniature model train land has amazing detail and much effort has been poured into the creation of model trains.
- Heritage Transport Museum: A must visit for car enthusiasts and for its conceptual novelty.
- Soka Bodhi Tree Garden: In the Bilaspur Khurd area, visit this peaceful spot and enjoy the manicured landscape.
- Ancient Vrindavan Palace: This is located close to the Neemrana Highway and you will find that it looks like a haunted ruin of an old palace.
- Ziplining in Neemrana Fort: Add a little more adventure to your road trip by ziplining across Neemrana’s architectural ambiance. Book in advance at Flying Fox.
- Step-wells in Shahpura: Drive through the town of Shahpura and check out their traditional step-wells and roam around its colorful bazaars for some souvenir shopping.
- Nahargarh Biological Park: Watch the sunset in this quiet park and watch cheetahs, deers, birds, and bears. It is close to the highway right before Jaipur.
Route 2: The Alwar Route
Route Map
This route will take approximately 6 to 7 hours via NH 48 spanning through roughly 320 kilometers. It runs through the same route as mentioned above up until Bhiwadi so you can stop at some destinations mentioned above.
Popular Stopovers on your Delhi to Jaipur Road Trip
The haunted Bhangarh Fort
- Siliserh Lake: On the outskirts of Alwar, the lake promises to be a worthwhile stop on your route. Enjoy its tremendous natural beauty when you go boating here.
- Alwar Fort: Also known as Bala Quila, this old fort offers a great view of Alwar city and is huge. A good place to take pictures.
- Garwaji Waterfalls: Ideal to visit through a slight detour from Alwar, especially during monsoons.
- Sariska National Park: Take a jeep safari across the jungles to spot tigers and other species of animals like birds, deers, and crocodiles.
- Bhangarh Fort: Considered to be a haunted fort, it is a curious place you can check out on your way.
Route 3: The Faridabad Route
Route Map
Delhi → Faridabad → Manesar → Bhiwadi → Neemrana → Kotputli → Shahpura → Jaipur
This route resumes the same Bhiwadi-Neemrana stretch after taking a detour from Delhi to Faridabad via Mathura Road. It takes approximately six hours across 300 kilometres on NH 48. You can enjoy the same destinations mentioned in route 1 once you cross Faridabad.
Popular Stopovers on your Delhi to Jaipur Road Trip
Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary
- Surajkund Lake: Bustling during the ‘Mela’ this spot located between South Delhi and Faridabad is a good place to visit for bargain shopping.
- Badkhal Lake: Even though it is considered a good place for a picnic in Faridabad, numerous travelers have found that the lake has no water.
- Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary: An ideal place for a refreshing morning stroll and fresh and clean place to enjoy lush jungles in the middle of a city.
- Nahar Singh Palace: Check out this old palace in Faridabad dating back to the 18th century.
Safety Measures
- You will most definitely find congestion from Delhi to Gurgaon unless you leave really early in the morning. But that is also not a guarantee.
- From Neemrana to Shahpura, the roads are in great condition with occasional traffic jams.
- From Shahpura to Jaipur, you can speed up and reach in an hour. The roads are good.
- On the Alwar route, you will find that not only the roads are good, but the traffic is thinner too.
- After you pass Alwar, there may be a bad stretch with diversions, but quite manageable.
- The Neemrana route is good for those who want to reach Jaipur faster but don’t over speed as the highway is full of trucks and buses and mishaps can happen.
- The Alwar route is for the more leisurely.
- There are many eateries on the way with places offering Rajasthani cuisine.
- Follow your GPS in case of intersections, bypasses or diversions.
So plan your itinerary, make your bookings and embark on an exciting road trip to Jaipur. It will be a great ride. If you have any questions or information, please add them in the comment section below.
