The road conditions on this route are generally good, with a mix of smooth highways across Gujarat and long, open desert roads as you approach Jaisalmer.
Surat → Bharuch → Vadodara → Ahmedabad (NH48)
• Excellent 4–6 lane highway with well-maintained road surface.
• Fast and smooth driving with consistent traffic flow.
• Heavy traffic possible near Bharuch, Vadodara, and Ahmedabad.
• Plenty of fuel stations, food courts, and rest stops along the way.
Ahmedabad → Radhanpur → Sanchore (NH68 – Recommended Route)
• Good quality highways with mostly smooth stretches.
• Traffic reduces significantly after Ahmedabad.
• Long, straight roads with minimal interruptions.
• Comfortable driving but with fewer facilities compared to NH48.
Sanchore → Barmer → Jaisalmer
• Open desert roads with good surface quality.
• Very low traffic and wide visibility.
• Some isolated stretches with limited fuel and food options.
• Occasional rough patches, but overall manageable.
Alternate Route: Surat → Udaipur → Jodhpur → Jaisalmer (Itinerary Route)
• Excellent highways till Udaipur, followed by mixed terrain.
• Scenic hill roads near Udaipur (Aravalli section).
• Good highways between Udaipur and Jodhpur.
• Smooth desert roads from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer.
• Longer route but more varied driving experience.
Alternate Route: via Palanpur → Sirohi → Jodhpur (NH62)
• Mix of highways and regional roads.
• Moderate traffic near towns and cities.
• Some narrower stretches compared to NH68.
• Slightly longer and less direct.
Driving Tips:
• Start early to avoid traffic near Surat and Vadodara.
• Use Ahmedabad bypass to save time.
• Refuel before entering long desert stretches (after Radhanpur/Sanchore).
• Avoid night driving in remote desert areas.
• Carry water and essentials, especially in summer.
• Maintain steady speed to reduce fatigue on long straight roads.
