How to Reach Alwar

Most tourists in love with Rajasthan’s history visit dusty Alwar to explore the City Palace and museum. Alwar’s traces its roots way back to 1500 B.C. making it one of the oldest Rajasthani kingdoms. Alwar’s came to prominence when Pratap Singh defended the kingdom against the invading Marathas in the 18th century. He was also responsible for keeping the armies of Jaipur and Bharatpur at bay. Alwar was one of the first Rajput princely states who forged ties with the British colonists, though they did not always see eye to eye on political matters.

Since the regular tourist crowd steer clear of Alwar, you can enjoy the city’s attractions without jostling for space. Peace and quiet are your best friends as you bask in Alwar’s rich history. Alwar’s kaleidoscopic bazaars are an experience of a lifetime. if you’re visiting in November you’ll be lucky to experience Alwar Utsav, a festival celebrating the culture of the region.

The Fairy Queen is said to be the oldest locomotive in the world constructed in 1855 and Alwar is its final destination after it leaves New Delhi. An apt final halt in the City of Rajputs.

Worried about how to reach Alwar? Let us take you through the three most convenient modes of transportation that will bring you to this quaint city.

1.By Air:

Alwar doesn’t have its own airport, and foreign travellers have two options to consider. You can either fly to Jaipur International Airport or Indira Gandhi International Airport. The former is a 163kms away while the latter is 142kms away, by car.

If you’re travelling during the winter months, peak tourist season in Rajasthan, the journey is absolutely comfortable and you get to witness the desert landscape of Rajasthan along the way.

2.By Train:

The Fairy Queen is a 162-year-old 60-seater AC car chair that is a brilliant train experience from Delhi to Alwar. If you can’t make it onto this historic ride, there are a number of train travelling to and from Alwar Junction. The Chetak Express from Delhi is the fastest train that takes less than 6-and-a-half hours to reach Alwar.

Since Alwar Junction exists on the Delhi-Jaipur railway line, the station is well connected with Jodhpur, Delhi, and a host of other non-Rajasthani cities.

3.By Road:

The main reason to take a bus to Alwar is because of the local experiences on the way. One can stop at a roadside dhaba or tea-stall and try the sumptuous local cuisine. If you’re looking for a Rajasthan experience far away from the usual itineraries, a bus to Alwar is a must.

Make sure you book your bus ticket from an RSRTC-recognized vendor. It takes a little above 3 hours to get to Alwar from Jaipur, and around the same time from New Delhi. If you’re visiting Alwar directly from Agra, the journey is 3 hours and 30 minutes long.

The roads and national highways are well-maintained on the way to Alwar and you can have an enjoyable road trip to the City of Rajputs.

As you can tell, how to reach Alwar is not troublesome at all. All you need to do is book your tickets in advance to avoid any hassles and over-charging.