Jaipur to Pushkar

It is indeed an excellent option to opt for a drive to reach Pushkar from Jaipur. The two places are not located very far off, and thus the 3-hour journey between the two can be covered very comfortably and smoothly without much hassle. This is also an economical method of reaching Pushkar, especially when you happen to be traveling in a large group; because the per person travel expense would come out to be the same as that of the fare of a normal bus. 

You can either choose to drive the distance of 148 kilometers all by yourself, or you can hire a trained driver if you so prefer. You can also easily book a cab for yourself through online websites also, such as Savaari, RajputanaCabs, GoIbibo, etc. 

Make sure that you book a cab well in advance because last minute rentals are not only more expensive, but you might also have to compromise on the preference of your vehicle.

Road conditions:

The highway that leads from Jaipur to Pushkar is in a very good condition. While the highway from Jaipur to Ajmer is a good quality six-lane toll road, the road from Ajmer to Pushkar is a double lane road. Even though there are quite a few speed breakers in between, the road is overall in a good condition.

A very cost effective way of traveling from Jaipur to Pushkar is to take a bus. The total road distance between Jaipur and Pushkar is only around 148 kilometers, and buses usually take only about 3 hours to cover this distance. There are numerous direct buses that ply on this route which are operated by reputed private operators, and these buses are well known for being properly maintained and hygienic. This is why a lot of passengers prefer to take a bus to reach from Jaipur to Pushkar. In addition, buses to Pushkar operate at all times during the day, and thus passengers have the option to choose an operator as well as timings of their choice. Many buses also provide water, food, and blankets to the travelers, so make sure that you can check out these facilities before you confirm a booking.  

There are nine buses that ply on a daily basis from Jaipur to Pushkar. The first bus to leave from Jaipur departs at 03:30, while the last bus leaves at 23:30. Fares for these buses start at just INR 264 per person and then increase according to the kind of bus that you choose.

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