How to Reach Ranthambore
Ranthambore National Park is located in Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan. It is well connected by rail, road, and air. Here is everything you need to plan your journey.
By Train
Recommended — Sawai Madhopur Railway Station is 10 minutes from the park gate.
| From | Train | Duration | Departs | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi (Hazrat Nizamuddin) | Superfast Express 12466 | 4.5 hrs | 6:55 PM | Best option from Delhi |
| Jaipur | Multiple daily trains | 2–2.5 hrs | Various | 5+ trains daily |
| Mumbai (CST) | Rajasthan Express | 18 hrs | 6:55 PM | Book well in advance |
| Kota | Multiple daily trains | 1.5 hrs | Various | Closest major junction |
Tip: Book train tickets on IRCTC.co.in. Tatkal quota opens 24 hours before departure. We can arrange pickup from Sawai Madhopur station.
By Road
Well-connected highways from all major Rajasthan cities and Delhi-NCR.
Delhi
5–6 hrs390 km · via NH48 via Jaipur or NH21 via Alwar
Jaipur
2.5–3 hrs180 km · via NH148B (Dausa route)
Agra
3.5–4 hrs250 km · via Bharatpur – Karauli – Sawai Madhopur
Kota
1.5–2 hrs110 km · via NH27 / NH52
Tip: Road conditions are good on NH48 and NH21. Avoid night driving on state highways in the Karauli–Sawai Madhopur stretch.
By Air
No direct airport. Nearest airports with onward train or road connection.
Jaipur International Airport (JAI)
180 km from Sawai Madhopur
Taxi (2.5 hrs) or train from Jaipur Junction (2 hrs)
Kota Airport (KTU)
110 km from Sawai Madhopur
Limited flights. Taxi (1.5 hrs) from Kota.
Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
390 km from Sawai Madhopur
Best to take an overnight train from Hazrat Nizamuddin.
Agra Airport (AGR)
250 km from Sawai Madhopur
Taxi (3.5 hrs). Good option for Agra–Ranthambore combo trips.
Local Transport in Sawai Madhopur
- Auto-rickshaws: Available at the railway station. Fixed fare to most hotels — negotiate before boarding.
- Taxi/Cab: We can arrange pickup and drop from Sawai Madhopur station or hotel at a nominal charge.
- E-rickshaws: Available in town for short distances.
- Distance to park gates: Most hotels in Ranthambore Road area are 1–5 km from the main gate. Jeep pickup is arranged by Roaring Stripes Safari for all safari guests.
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