How to Reach Jaisalmer
Jodhpur is the nearest airport, about 300 kms.
From there, one can take the train. Jaisalmer is
connected well via railways to all major cities.
One can also reach Jaisalmer by the famous
'Palace on wheels'. The city is well connected. Reach Jaisalmer by Road
Reach Jaisalmer by Air Reach Jaisalmer by Bus
There are regular flights from delhi, Mumbai
and Bangalore to Jodhpur. One can take
connecting flights to this place from other
cities. It is advisable to take a cab from the
Jodhpur airport to Jaisalmer. The picturesque
view will make the 4-5 hours journey
worthwhile. If you are taking a journey by a bus, all of the
buses to Jaisalmer operate from the cities of
Rajasthan like Jaipur and Jodhpur. If you decide
to drive all the way to Jaisalmer (which can be
quite strenuous), then it is advisable to stop at
either Ajmer or Jodhpur, as they almost fall
somewhere in the middle of the journey (if for
instance, the journey is between Delhi and
Jaisalmer).
Reach Jaisalmer by Train
Jaisalmer is really well connected in terms of
the railway network. Especially with cities like
Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur, with major trains
like "Delhi Jaisalmer Express", "Jodhpur
Jaisalmer Express", and "Howrah Jaisalmer
Express". Rickshaws and autos are easily
available outside the railway station. It usually
takes about INR 40-50 for an auto ride to the
centre of the city from the railway station.
Jaisalmer is well connected via a network of
roads to most nearby cities. Buses are also easily
available since it is such a popular destination
among tourist.
JAISALMER
" Gems in the Desert "
article by Rahul Mehta
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