Town in Rajasthan, India
Getting around Pushkar
How to get around Pushkar
The town is small and walkable. For Ajmer, Jaipur or onward trains, use buses, taxis or Ajmer station, 14 km away.
Ways to get around Pushkar
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Walking | Free | Main Bazaar to the ghats takes under 15 minutes |
| Bus or shared taxi to Ajmer | About ₹20–50 | 30–40 min; frequent daytime buses |
| Auto-rickshaw | About ₹100–200 | For short hops and temples outside the center |
Taxis in Pushkar
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No reliable ride apps. Autos and taxis set their own fares; guesthouses can book cars to Ajmer or Jaipur.
Arriving in Pushkar
Kishangarh (Ajmer) (KQH)
About 30 km east with limited flights. Most travelers use Jaipur (JAI, 145 km): taxi ₹2,500–3,500, 2.5–3 h, or train via Ajmer.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented for about ₹300–500 a day; easy for trips to Ajmer and nearby villages.
- Driving: on the left. IDP plus home licence required; scooters are rented in Goa and the Himalaya; most visitors hire a car with driver.
- Onward travel in India: Trains link most cities: book up to 60 days ahead on IRCTC or use the foreign tourist quota at big stations. Cheap domestic flights and sleeper buses fill gaps.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Pushkar?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No reliable ride apps. Autos and taxis set their own fares; guesthouses can book cars to Ajmer or Jaipur.
What's the best way to get around Pushkar?
The town is small and walkable. For Ajmer, Jaipur or onward trains, use buses, taxis or Ajmer station, 14 km away.
How do I get from the airport to Pushkar?
About 30 km east with limited flights. Most travelers use Jaipur (JAI, 145 km): taxi ₹2,500–3,500, 2.5–3 h, or train via Ajmer.
Is Pushkar walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
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