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How to Get from Delhi to Bikaner

Delhi to Bikaner by IndiGo flight (1 hour 20 minutes), Intercity or overnight train from Sarai Rohilla, RSRTC bus or private car.

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Last updated: November 4, 2026

How to Get from Delhi to Bikaner
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Bikaner is a city of red sandstone, Junagarh Fort and the snack that made it famous, bhujia, on the edge of the Thar Desert. From Delhi you can fly in just over an hour or ride an overnight train through the changing landscape of Rajasthan.

Train, Bus, Flight and Ferry tickets

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Delhi to Bikaner by Flight

IndiGo flies non-stop between Delhi and Bikaner, and the flight takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. Bikaner Airport (Nal) lies about 13 km west of the city, 25 to 30 minutes by road.[1] It is a small airport, so you are out quickly.

Delhi to Bikaner by Train

Trains leave from Delhi Sarai Rohilla. The Bikaner Intercity (22472) leaves at 08:40 and arrives at Bikaner Junction at 16:35, a daytime ride of 7 hours 55 minutes. Overnight, train 12457 leaves at 23:35 and arrives at 07:20, and train 12455 leaves at 22:45 and arrives at 13:15 the next day.[2] The night trains let you sleep through the desert and wake up in Bikaner.

The entrance building of Bikaner Junction station
The entrance building of Bikaner Junction stationPhoto: Kishlay RF / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Delhi to Bikaner by Bus

RSRTC runs buses from ISBT Kashmere Gate in Delhi, with boarding points at Dhaula Kuan and IFFCO Chowk in Gurugram.[3] A bus makes sense when the trains are full.

Delhi to Bikaner by Private Transfer

A hired car takes from about 7 hours, longer with traffic,[4] and picks you up at your Delhi hotel and drops you at your door in Bikaner. It suits families and groups who want to stop for photos and tea.

Comparing Your Options

ModeTime
FlightAbout 1 h 20 min[1]
Train (Bikaner Intercity)7 h 55 min[2]
Overnight train (12457)7 h 45 min[2]
Private carFrom about 7 hours[4]

Tips for Traveling from Delhi to Bikaner

  • Book trains early: Indian Railways opens bookings 60 days before departure.[5]
  • Check the Delhi station: These trains leave from Delhi Sarai Rohilla, not New Delhi.
  • Layer up: The desert is hot by day and chilly at night, so keep a light jacket handy on the night train.
  • On arrival: Trains arrive at Bikaner Junction, where rickshaw drivers wait outside, so have your hotel address ready.

Timetable

Delhi - Bikaner More info / Tickets
Flight Delhi - Bikaner $ 47.44 1h 25m
  • โ†’ย  Economy 08:25
Bus Delhi - Bikaner $ 7.74โ€“11.37 10h 55m โ€“ 13h 10m
  • โ†’ย  Non-AC Sleeper 21:15, 21:30
  • โ†’ย  AC Seater 18:30, 20:30, 21:15, 21:20, 21:30
  • โ†’ย  AC Sleeper 21:15
Taxi Delhi - Bikaner $ 125.91โ€“182.47 7h 20m
  • โ†’ย  SUV 6pax
  • โ†’ย  Hatchback 4pax
  • โ†’ย  Sedan
Train Delhi - Bikaner $ 6.58โ€“35.34 6h 20m โ€“ 14h 35m
  • โ†’ย  1A - AC First Class Sleeper 08:40, 10:05, 16:10, 22:45, 23:35
  • โ†’ย  2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 08:40, 10:05, 16:10, 22:45, 23:35
  • โ†’ย  3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 08:40, 10:05, 16:10, 22:45, 23:35
  • โ†’ย  SL - Sleeper Class 08:40, 10:05, 16:10, 22:45, 23:35
  • โ†’ย  3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 22:45
  • โ†’ย  CC - AC Chair Class 16:45
  • โ†’ย  EC - Extended AC Chair Class 16:45

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Delhi to Bikaner?

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

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

Trains and the RSRTC state bus are the budget options. Flights cost more but save most of the day.

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

The non-stop IndiGo flight takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.

How long does it take to get from Delhi to Bikaner?

A flight takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. The Bikaner Intercity takes 7 hours 55 minutes, and a private car from about 7 hours.

Are there overnight options?

Yes. Train 12457 leaves Delhi Sarai Rohilla at 23:35 and arrives in Bikaner at 07:20.

Which Delhi station do trains to Bikaner leave from?

Delhi Sarai Rohilla.

How far is the airport from Bikaner?

Bikaner Airport is about 13 km from the city centre, around 25 to 30 minutes by road.

Sources and background

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

  1. [1] IndiGo: Flights from Bikaner. Retrieved November 4, 2026.
  2. [2] Indian Railways (CRIS): Mail/Express Trains list. Retrieved November 4, 2026.
  3. [3] Resident Commissioner, Government of Rajasthan: RSRTC services from Delhi. Retrieved October 21, 2026.
  4. [4] 12Go: 12Go timetable Bikaner - Delhi. Retrieved November 4, 2026.
  5. [5] Press Information Bureau, Ministry of Railways: Indian Railways cuts Advance Reservation Period from 120 days to 60 days w.e.f. 01.11.2024. Retrieved November 4, 2026.

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