Jaisalmer has its own domestic airport, Jaisalmer Airport (JSA), and a primary railway station, Jaisalmer Junction (JSM). The city is also served by a centrally located main bus stand, facilitating road travel.
By Air:
Jaisalmer Airport (JSA) is approximately 13-15 kilometers from the city center. Direct domestic flights connect Jaisalmer with major cities like Delhi and Jaipur, primarily operated by IndiGo.
Flights from New Delhi to Jaisalmer typically take around 1 hour 35 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes.
Flights from Jaipur to Jaisalmer typically take around 1 hour to 1 hour 45 minutes.
Indicative one-way flight costs can start from approximately $45-$80, with round-trip tickets starting from about $89-$169.
Alternatively, Jodhpur Airport (JDH), located about 275-300 kilometers away, serves as a major commercial airport with broader connectivity to Indian cities. A taxi or bus from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer can take 5 to 6 hours.
By Train:
Jaisalmer Junction (JSM) is well-connected to major Indian cities such as Delhi, Jodhpur, and Jaipur. The station is located about 2.9 kilometers from the main city.
From New Delhi, trains like the RUNICHA EXP (14087) take approximately 17 hours 35 minutes, with fares starting around INR 440.
From Jodhpur, the fastest trains, such as BDTS JSM SFAST (22931) and SBIB JSM SUP EXP (20492), take about 5 hours 50 minutes. Fares can start from approximately INR 205.
By Bus:
Jaisalmer has extensive road connectivity through both state-run RSRTC buses and private operators. The main bus stand is centrally located.
From Jaipur, bus journeys take approximately 9 hours 30 minutes to 12 hours, with fares from INR 501-600.
From Jodhpur, buses take about 4 hours 51 minutes to 5 hours 13 minutes, with fares ranging from INR 250-277.
From Ahmedabad, travel times are around 9 hours to 10 hours 22 minutes, with fares starting from INR 538-599.
From Delhi, direct bus services can take approximately 15 hours 15 minutes to 17 hours 45 minutes, with fares from INR 900-2000.
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