Jaipur to Agra: Train and Bus to the Taj Mahal

Contents

1. Jaipur to Agra by Train
2. Jaipur to Agra by Bus
3. Jaipur to Tundla: An Alternative Rail Route
4. Tips for Traveling from Jaipur to Agra
5. Timetable
6. Frequently Asked Questions
7. Sources and background

From the pink palaces of Jaipur to the Taj Mahal in Agra: this is the best-known leg of India's Golden Triangle. You leave the dry hills of Rajasthan behind and arrive on the plains of Uttar Pradesh. You can go by train or by bus.

Jaipur to Agra by Train

The train is the most comfortable way to go. Choose an air-conditioned class (AC First, AC 2-Tier, AC 3-Tier or AC Chair Car) for a cooler ride, or Sleeper and Second Sitting if you want the full Indian train experience with open windows, chai sellers and plenty of company.

Agra has two stations that matter for visitors, Agra Cantt and Agra Fort. Choose the one closer to your hotel when you book.

Jaipur to Agra by Bus

Buses leave from several points in Jaipur and drop you closer to the hotel areas of Agra. Sleeper coaches suit evening departures: you lie down, sleep and wake up in Agra in time for a dawn visit to the Taj Mahal.

Jaipur to Tundla: An Alternative Rail Route

When trains to Agra are sold out, look for tickets to Tundla Junction, one of the main railway junctions on the Delhi-Howrah route.^[1] From Tundla, a taxi or local transport takes you into Agra.

Tips for Traveling from Jaipur to Agra

Book early: Air-conditioned train classes fill up fast. Book as soon as your dates are fixed.
Time your day: After an early start you can see Agra Fort in the afternoon and the Taj Mahal at sunset.
Keep valuables close: On buses and trains, carry your valuables in a small bag that stays with you.

Timetable

Jaipur - Agra More info / Tickets

Train Jaipur - Agra $ 4.63–21.25 4h 30m – 6h 15m
→ 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 05:50, 14:45 → 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 02:30, 05:50, 14:45, 16:50 → 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 02:30, 05:50, 08:10, 14:45, 16:50 → 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 02:30, 05:50, 14:45 → SL - Sleeper Class 02:30, 05:50, 14:45 → 2S - Second Sitting Class 08:10, 16:50 → CC - AC Chair Class 08:10, 16:50

Jaipur - Tundla More info / Tickets

Train Jaipur - Tundla $ 5.30–22.80 4h 55m – 7h 50m
→ 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 04:40, 08:40 → 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 04:40, 08:40, 09:10, 13:45, 14:40 → 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 04:40, 08:40, 09:10, 13:45, 14:40 → 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 08:40, 13:45, 14:40 → SL - Sleeper Class 04:40, 08:40, 09:10, 13:45, 14:40

Jaipur - Shahganj Agra More info / Tickets

Train Jaipur - Shahganj Agra $ 4.63–12.98 3h 45m – 4h 3m
→ 2S - Second Sitting Class 16:50 → 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 16:50 → 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 04:40, 16:50 → CC - AC Chair Class 16:50 → SL - Sleeper Class 04:40

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Jaipur to Agra?

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

How do I get from Jaipur to Agra?

You can take a train or a bus. Both run directly between the two cities.

Which train station should I choose in Agra?

Agra Cantt and Agra Fort are the two stations most visitors use. Pick the one closer to your hotel.

What should I do if trains to Agra are sold out?

Look for tickets to Tundla Junction, one of the main railway junctions on the Delhi-Howrah route, and continue to Agra by taxi or local transport.

Are there overnight buses from Jaipur to Agra?

Yes, sleeper buses run on this route, and they let you arrive in Agra early in the morning.

Is it better to take the train or the bus to Agra?

The train is more comfortable and has more space. A bus can be easier to book when train tickets are sold out.

Sources and background

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

[1] District Firozabad, Government of Uttar Pradesh: How to Reach. Retrieved November 12, 2026.

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