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How to Get from Ajmer to Delhi

How to get from Ajmer to Delhi by Shatabdi, Vande Bharat or overnight bus, with departure times and tips on Delhi stations.

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Last updated: October 28, 2026

How to Get from Ajmer to Delhi

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From the Ajmer Sharif Dargah and the Aravalli hills to the energy of Delhi, this is a classic North Indian transition, and an easy one: Ajmer is on the Delhi-Jaipur-Marwar-Ahmedabad railway line, and most trains on it halt there.[1] You can compare and book tickets for this route on GoAsia.cc.

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Ajmer to Delhi by Train

Two day trains stand out. The Ajmer Shatabdi (12016) leaves Ajmer Junction at 15:45 and reaches New Delhi at 22:40; the 12015 runs the other way, leaving New Delhi at 06:05 and arriving in Ajmer at 12:45.[2] The Vande Bharat Express between Ajmer and Delhi Cantt stops at Jaipur, Alwar and Gurgaon and was introduced with a journey time of 5 hours 15 minutes.[3]

Both are chair-car trains with large windows, a good choice if you want to arrive in Delhi in daylight. Overnight and slower trains also run, and sleeper classes let you lie down.

Ajmer to Delhi by Bus

Overnight buses are common, with AC sleeper departures around midnight and in the evening, and AC seaters in the afternoon. On booking platforms, bus tickets start at about $10 (October 2026), and luxury sleepers cost more. The ride takes from about 7 hours, longer with traffic.[4]

Tips for Traveling from Ajmer to Delhi

  • Choose your Delhi station: Delhi has several main stations, including New Delhi, Old Delhi and Delhi Sarai Rohilla. Check which one is closest to your hotel before you book.
  • Secure your bags: In sleeper classes, bring a small chain and padlock for the loops under the lower berths.
  • Expect fog in winter: From December to February, fog in North India often delays trains and buses, so leave extra time.

Timetable

Ajmer - Delhi More info / Tickets
Bus Ajmer - Delhi $ 10.13–30.43 6h 50m – 8h 45m
  • →  AC Sleeper 00:30, 18:30, 21:30, 21:36
  • →  Non-AC Sleeper 21:00
  • →  AC Seater 16:50, 18:30, 23:40
Train Ajmer - Delhi $ 5.92–27.87 5h 20m – 8h 44m
  • →  1A - AC First Class Sleeper 01:10, 02:35, 11:55, 13:15, 14:10, 20:35, 22:20
  • →  2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 01:10, 02:35, 06:15, 11:55, 13:15, 14:10, 15:55, 20:35, 22:20
  • →  3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 01:10, 02:35, 05:40, 06:15, 11:55, 13:15, 14:10, 15:55, 20:35, 22:20
  • →  CC - AC Chair Class 06:10, 15:50
  • →  EC - Extended AC Chair Class 06:10, 15:50
  • →  3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 02:35, 06:15, 14:10, 15:55, 20:35
  • →  SL - Sleeper Class 02:35, 05:40, 06:15, 11:55, 13:15, 14:10, 15:55, 20:35, 22:20

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Ajmer to Delhi?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Ajmer to Delhi, including current prices and schedules.

What is the cheapest way to get from Ajmer to Delhi?

Buses start at about $10 on booking platforms (October 2026), and Second Sitting and sleeper classes on trains are also budget options.

What is the fastest way to get from Ajmer to Delhi?

The Vande Bharat Express to Delhi Cantt, introduced with a journey time of 5 hours 15 minutes, and the Ajmer Shatabdi are the main day trains.

When does the Ajmer Shatabdi leave?

The 12016 leaves Ajmer Junction at 15:45 and arrives at New Delhi at 22:40.

Are there overnight options?

Yes. Several AC sleeper buses leave Ajmer around midnight and in the evening, and overnight trains also run.

Which Delhi station should I choose?

Pick the one closest to your hotel: New Delhi, Old Delhi or Delhi Sarai Rohilla.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] Rajasthan Tourism: Ajmer Tourism: Places to Visit in Ajmer. Retrieved October 25, 2026.
  2. [2] Indian Railways: Shatabdi Train Names with Details. Retrieved October 25, 2026.
  3. [3] Press Information Bureau, Government of India: PM flags off Rajasthan's first Vande Bharat Express between Ajmer and Delhi Cantt. Retrieved October 27, 2026.
  4. [4] 12Go: Ajmer - Delhi timetable. Retrieved October 28, 2026.

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