Delhi to Udaipur road trip via Jaipur and Pushkar covering Rajasthan highways, forts, lakes, and heritage destinations.

Delhi to Udaipur

Delhi → Jaipur → Pushkar → Udaipur | 4 Days

~740 kmTotal Distance~12.5 hoursDrive TimeOct - MarBest Time
Western IndiaHeritage & CultureEasy to Moderate

Road Trip Overview

Plan a complete Delhi to Udaipur road trip via NE4, covering route, distance, travel time, road conditions, toll and fuel cost, itinerary, places to visit, food stops, stay options, and driving tips. This is one of the most scenic Rajasthan road trips, known for smooth expressways, easy driving, and access to heritage cities, forts, and lake views. Ideal for a 4-day itinerary, the route includes key stops like Jaipur and Pushkar before reaching Udaipur, the City of Lakes. Along the way, explore forts, temples, local markets, and popular highway food stops. If you prefer a shorter trip, you can also explore the Delhi to Jaipur road trip.

BEST ROUTE

Delhi → Jaipur → Pushkar → Udaipur
Distance: ~740 km
Duration: ~12.5 hours

The best route from Delhi to Udaipur via Jaipur and Pushkar follows NE4 and NH48 highway drive covering Rajasthan’s forts, lakes, and heritage cities.

Why is this the best route?

✓ Smooth expressway driving.
✓ Scenic Rajasthan highway journey.
✓ Regular food and fuel stops.

ROAD CONDITIONS

Overall: Very Good

Delhi → NCR
Moderate
NE4 Expressway
Excellent
Jaipur → Pushkar
Good
NH48 → Udaipur
Very Good
Udaipur Entry
Moderate

Good to know

  • Early departure helps avoid NCR traffic.
  • Pushkar market roads are narrower.

Toll & Fuel Estimate

Toll (One Way)

₹1,800 – ₹2,800

Fuel Cost (One Way)

₹5,000 – ₹8,000
Based on average mileage
of 12-15 km/l.

Other Route Options

Fastest Google Route (via NE4)
~11.5 hours~710 km
Alternate Google Route (via NE4 & NH27)
~12 hours~720 km

Itinerary - Day Wise Plan

Quick overview of your 4-day road trip

Day 1: Delhi → Jaipur

Start your Delhi to Udaipur road trip early in the morning to avoid traffic and enjoy a smooth drive via the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway, the best route for a comfortable Rajasthan road trip. Jaipur, a popular stopover on the Delhi to Udaipur route, is usually reachable within 5 hours with multiple food stops, fuel stations, and highway facilities along the way. After hotel check-in, spend the evening exploring Jaipur’s top attractions like Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and heritage markets such as Bapu Bazaar.

Distance~300 km
Driving Time~5 hours
Best Departure Time6:00 AM
HighwayNE4 Expressway
Amber Fort during the Delhi to Jaipur road trip through the NE4 Rajasthan highway route.

Places to Visit

1
Hawa Mahal
Iconic Jaipur landmark located near the old city markets.
2
City Palace
Historic royal palace complex with museums and heritage courtyards.
3
Jantar Mantar
UNESCO-listed observatory located close to City Palace.
4
Bapu Bazar
Popular market for textiles, handicrafts, and Jaipur street shopping.
5
Jal Mahal
Popular lakeside viewpoint known for sunset views.

Food Stops

Hotel Highway King, JodhpuraBreakfast
Popular NE4 highway stop with spacious seating and reliable food options.
LMB JaipurLunch
Located near Hawa Mahal and Johari Bazaar, famous for Rajasthani thalis, pyaaz kachori, and local sweets.
The Tattoo Café & LoungeDinner
Relaxed rooftop dinner spot near Hawa Mahal offering beautiful old city views and great food.
Chokhi Dhani JaipurCultural Exp.
Travelers wanting a traditional cultural evening can also visit Chokhi Dhani for dinner and folk performances.

Stay Options

Fairmont JaipurPremium
Luxury heritage-style stay ideal for couples and relaxing weekend trips.
Holiday Inn Jaipur City CentreBudget
Comfortable location with easy access to Jaipur sightseeing areas.
Best Areas to Stay
  • MI Road
  • C-Scheme
  • Malviya Nagar

Travel Tips

  • Start early from Delhi for a smoother NE4 expressway drive
  • Paid parking is easier near Jaipur’s old-city sightseeing areas
  • Jal Mahal is best experienced during evening sunset hours
  • Jaipur old-city roads become busier after evening peak traffic
  • Keep FASTag active for smoother toll plaza crossings on NE4

Day 2: Jaipur Sightseeing + Pushkar

Spend the morning exploring Jaipur’s top places to visit, including Amer Fort and Nahargarh Fort, along with a relaxed café stop before continuing your Delhi to Udaipur road trip toward Pushkar. Start with breakfast at Tapri Central, followed by sightseeing, and enjoy a traditional Rajasthani lunch at Spice Court before beginning the Jaipur to Pushkar drive in the afternoon.

By evening, reach Pushkar and explore key attractions like Brahma Temple, Pushkar Lake, and Pushkar Market, known for its cafés, handicrafts, and local vibe. For food stops, enjoy a lakeside café experience at Cafe Lake View and a rooftop dinner at The Sixth Sense. End the day with comfortable stay options in Pushkar, including premium resorts like Ananta Spa & Resort or budget-friendly stays near Pushkar Lake, Vaam Dev Road, and Motisar Road.

Distance~145 km
Driving Time~3 hours
Best Departure Time3:00 PM
HighwayNH 48
Pushkar Lake during the Jaipur to Pushkar road trip in Rajasthan.

Places to Visit

1
Amer Fort
Jaipur’s most famous hill fort known for grand courtyards, historic architecture, and panoramic views.
2
Nahargarh Fort
One of the best viewpoints in Jaipur offering scenic city views and a beautiful hill drive experience.
3
Brahma Temple
Famous Pushkar temple known for spiritual atmosphere and traditional architecture.
4
Pushkar Lake
Sacred lake area known for evening walks, ghats, and peaceful surroundings.
5
Pushkar Market
Popular local market known for cafés, handicrafts, and vibrant street atmosphere.

Food Stops

Tapri CentralBreakfast
Popular Jaipur café known for bun maska, chai, and rooftop seating.
Spice CourtLunch
Popular Jaipur restaurant known for authentic Rajasthan flavors including Laal Maas and kebab dishes.
Cafe Lake ViewEvening cafe hopping
Popular lakeside café known for relaxed Pushkar evening views.
The Sixth sense Dinner
Rooftop dining spot known for evening views and relaxed atmosphere.

Stay Options

Ananta Spa & Resort PushkarPremium
Luxury hillside resort known for villas, pools, and Aravalli views.
Nature Retreat ResortsBudget
Peaceful Pushkar resort known for relaxed stays near the market area.
Best Areas to Stay
  • Pushkar Lake
  • Vaam Dev Road
  • Motisar Road

Travel Tips

  • Visit Amber Fort early morning for fewer crowds
  • Pushkar market roads become busy after sunset
  • Resort stays outside town offer easier parking

Day 3: Pushkar → Udaipur

Leave Pushkar after breakfast and continue your Delhi to Udaipur road trip via Beawar and Nathdwara, covering scenic Rajasthan highway stretches. This Pushkar to Udaipur route offers smooth driving with multiple food stops and short refreshment breaks along the way. Stop at Nathdwara Temple for a quick visit and continue towards Udaipur, reaching by evening. After hotel check-in, explore top places like Fateh Sagar Lake and Lake Pichola, known for sunset views, lakeside cafés, and Udaipur’s heritage charm.

Distance~300 km
Driving Time5 hours
Best Departure Time10:00 AM
HighwayNH58
Lake Pichola evening view during the Pushkar to Udaipur road trip in Rajasthan.

Places to Visit

1
Shreenathji Temple
Famous Nathdwara temple known for spiritual atmosphere and traditional Rajasthani culture.
2
Fateh Sagar Lake
Popular Udaipur lakefront known for sunset views, cafés, and relaxed evening atmosphere.
3
Lake Pichola
Iconic Udaipur lakefront known for cafés, boat views, and heritage surroundings.

Food Stops

Shreeji RestaurantLunch
Popular restaurant near Nathdwara Temple known for traditional Rajasthani and North Indian meals.
Sai Sagar Coffee HouseCafe
Popular lakeside café near Fateh Sagar known for coffee and evening snacks.
Ambrai RestaurantDinner
Popular lakeside restaurant known for City Palace views and North Indian cuisine.

Stay Options

Trident UdaipurPremium
Luxury lakeside hotel known for peaceful gardens, premium hospitality, and convenient access to Lake Pichola.
Mewar HaveliBudget
Popular heritage-style stay near Lake Pichola known for rooftop views and old-city atmosphere.
Best Areas to Stay
  • Lake Pichola Area
  • Fateh Sagar Lake
  • Lal Ghat
  • Rani Road

Travel Tips

  • Start after breakfast for a comfortable drive
  • Keep Nathdwara Temple as a short stop
  • Reach Udaipur before sunset for lake views

Day 4: Udaipur Sightseeing

Spend Day 4 exploring Udaipur’s top places to visit, including palaces, lakes, cafés, and local markets at a relaxed pace. Start with City Palace and Bagore Ki Haveli in the morning, where you can also watch and experience traditional Mewar folk dance performances. Continue with shopping at Hathi Pol Bazaar, known for handicrafts and souvenirs. In the evening, visit Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace for panoramic sunset views, and end the day around Lake Pichola and Fateh Sagar Lake, enjoying lakeside cafés, dinner, and Udaipur’s heritage atmosphere.

Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace during Udaipur sightseeing in Rajasthan.

Places to Visit

1
City Palace
Historic palace complex known for royal courtyards and panoramic lake views.
2
Bagore ki Haveli
Popular heritage haveli known for traditional architecture and cultural exhibits.
3
Hathi Pol Bazaar (Bada Bazar)
Popular shopping area known for handicrafts, miniature paintings, and souvenirs.
4
Sajjangarh Palace (Monsoon Palace)
Popular sunset viewpoint known for panoramic city and Aravalli views.
5
Lake Pichola
Iconic Udaipur lakefront known for cafés, boat views, and heritage surroundings.

Food Stops

Jheel’s Rooftop CaféBreakfast
Popular rooftop café known for lake views and relaxed breakfast atmosphere.
Natraj Dining HallLunch
Popular Udaipur restaurant known for traditional Rajasthani thali and local flavors.
Upre by 1559 ADDinner
Popular rooftop restaurant known for Lake Pichola views and evening atmosphere.

Cultural Experience

Be a part of it!

Udaipur Traditional dance performance.


Watch and Join traditional Mewar folk dance at Bagore Ki Haveli
Enjoy live Rajasthani music and interact with local artists
Learn a few folk dance steps and click memories with performers

Travel Tips

  • City Palace entry lines become longer after late morning hours
  • Hathi Pol bazaar is best explored in the evening
  • Lake Pichola cafes are best enjoyed after dark
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Don't Miss on This Road Trip

Sunrise drive on the NE4 Expressway
Jaipur pyaaz kachori at LMB or Rawat Misthan Bhandar
Pushkar’s famous malpua and local street sweets
Kulhad coffee near Fateh Sagar Lake
Miniature paintings and local handicraft shopping

Road Trip Map

This map shows the recommended Delhi to Udaipur road trip route via Jaipur, Pushkar, and NH48 highway stretches. Distances and travel times are approximate and intended for trip planning reference.
Delhi to Udaipur road trip route map.

Who Is This Road Trip For?

✔ Families looking for a comfortable multi-city Rajasthan road trip.
✔ Couples planning a relaxed Jaipur, Pushkar, and Udaipur getaway.
✔ Friends seeking cafés, shopping, forts, and scenic highway drives.
✔ First-time Rajasthan road trippers wanting manageable daily driving distances.

Why This Road Trip Is Special?

✔ Covers Jaipur, Pushkar, and Udaipur in one balanced Rajasthan road trip.
✔ Smooth NE4 highway make long-distance driving more comfortable.
✔ Combines forts, lakes, cafés, shopping markets, and sunset experiences.
✔ You can also continue further on the Udaipur to Mount Abu road trip for a scenic hill-station drive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Delhi to Udaipur road trip suitable for beginners?

Yes, the route is beginner-friendly with smooth NE4 and NH48 highway stretches, regular fuel stations, and well-maintained roads across most sections.

Are roads good between Delhi and Udaipur?

Yes, most of the route offers very good road conditions with smooth expressway and highway driving. Some narrower roads can be experienced near Pushkar and city-entry areas.

Is Pushkar worth adding to the Delhi to Udaipur road trip?

Yes, Pushkar adds a relaxed cultural stop with Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, cafés, local markets, and resort stays between Jaipur and Udaipur.

Is the Delhi to Udaipur road trip good during monsoon?

Yes, the route remains accessible during monsoon, but travelers should drive carefully near Pushkar and hilly stretches around Udaipur during heavy rainfall.

What type of vehicle is best for this road trip?

Cars and SUVs are the most comfortable options for this multi-day Rajasthan road trip.