How to Reach Ranthambore
🚂 By Train (Most Recommended)
Sawai Madhopur Junction (SWM) is the nearest railway station, located just 11 km from Ranthambore National Park. It's one of the best-connected stations on the Delhi–Mumbai rail route.
| From | Distance | Duration | Popular Trains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 394 km | 4.5–6 hrs | Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Aug Kranti |
| Jaipur | 160 km | 2.5–3 hrs | Jan Shatabdi, Superfast |
| Mumbai | 1,100 km | 14–16 hrs | Rajdhani, Golden Temple Mail |
| Kota | 110 km | 1.5–2 hrs | Multiple daily trains |
| Agra | 250 km | 4–5 hrs | Via Bharatpur junction |
💡 Pro Tip
Book train tickets on irctc.co.in at least 2-3 weeks in advance, especially during peak safari season (Oct–Mar). Auto-rickshaws and taxis are readily available at Sawai Madhopur station (₹200–400 to hotels).
✈️ By Air
There is no airport at Ranthambore. The nearest airports are:
| Airport | Distance to Park | Drive Time | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaipur International (JAI) | 160 km | 3–3.5 hrs | Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad + international |
| Kota Airport (KTU) | 110 km | 2–2.5 hrs | Limited flights; Delhi connection |
| Delhi IGI (DEL) | 394 km | 5.5–6 hrs | All international and domestic flights |
💡 Pro Tip
Fly into Jaipur and arrange a private taxi (₹3,000–4,000 one-way) or take a train from Jaipur to Sawai Madhopur. We can help arrange airport pickups — just ask while booking!
🚗 By Road
Ranthambore is well-connected by road via National Highway 11 (NH-11). The roads are in good condition, and the drive through Rajasthan is scenic.
| From | Distance | Drive Time | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaipur | 160 km | 3 hrs | NH-11 via Tonk or NH-52 via Dausa |
| Delhi | 394 km | 6–7 hrs | NH-48 → NH-11 via Jaipur, or via Bharatpur |
| Agra | 260 km | 4.5 hrs | Via Bharatpur → Karauli |
| Udaipur | 390 km | 6.5 hrs | Via Bundi → Kota |
| Jodhpur | 470 km | 7 hrs | Via Ajmer → Tonk |
💡 Pro Tip
If driving from Delhi, plan to start early morning to arrive by afternoon. RSRTC (Rajasthan State buses) also operate daily services to Sawai Madhopur from Jaipur and other major cities. Private taxis can be arranged through us.
