Reaching Jaisalmer
How to Reach in Jaisalmer:
Jaisalmer is situated in the very heart of Rajasthan and a popular tourist destination therefore it is well connected to the rest of India and Rajasthan with airways, railways as well as roadways.
Reaching Jaisalmer by Road: Jaisalmer is well connected to the rest of state by well-maintained roads. Due to its proximity to Indo-Pak boarder, special emphasis is given on its maintenance. Deluxe & Ordinary buses of Rajasthan Roadways & Private companies operate form Jaisalmer to Jodhpur, Jaipur, Bikaner, Barmer, Mount Abu, Jalore, Ahmedabad etc, Roadways main bus stand opposite Railway station & Golden bus terminal near State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, Shiv road, Jaisalmer are the two major bus stands.
Reaching Jaisalmer by Rail: Jaisalmer is connected to major cities of India through broad gauge as well as meter gauge railway tracks. Direct trains from Jaisalmer are available to Jodhpur as well as Delhi. The Palace on Wheels is the most luxurious way to travel to Jaisalmer, recreating within the coaches the ambience of the legendary palace comforts. Advance reservation required.
Reaching Jaisalmer by Air: One cannot fly to Jaisalmer. Jodhpur is the nearest airport at a distance of 500km away and after that you need to catch a bus or train. The Jaisalmer Airport is 5 km from the city centre and is managed by the Indian Air Force and is in the cantonment area.
*Note: The airport is operational only during the season (October-March).