Delhi to Agra: about 230 km, 3.5–4 hours via the Yamuna Expressway
Agra to Jaipur: about 240 km, 4–5 hours via NH-21
Jaipur to Delhi: roughly 270 km, about 5 hours
Days needed: 5–6 is comfortable; 4 is the minimum
What we cover: Agra sightseeing and the Agra–Jaipur and Agra–Delhi legs
Delhi, Agra and Jaipur sit roughly 230 to 270 km from each other, which makes a neat triangle on the map. It is the most popular first trip to India, and nearly all of it is done by road. We are an Agra operator, so we know two sides of this triangle very well. This guide tells you what the driving is like and is clear about which parts we can do for you.
Padma Shree Travels handles the Agra part of the triangle: sightseeing, the drive to Jaipur and the drop to Delhi Airport. WhatsApp +91 87200 81102 with your dates.
| Leg | Distance | Drive time | Road |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi → Agra | about 230 km | 3.5–4 hours | Yamuna Expressway |
| Agra → Jaipur | about 240 km | 4–5 hours | NH-21 |
| Jaipur → Delhi | roughly 270 km | about 5 hours | NH-48 |
All three are good highways. Times are for normal traffic without long stops. Getting out of Delhi or Jaipur at rush hour adds to them.
| Days | Plan | How it feels |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Delhi 1, Agra 1, Jaipur 2 | Rushed. Works if time is short. |
| 5–6 | Delhi 2, Agra 1–2, Jaipur 2 | Comfortable. What most people should do. |
| 7+ | Add Bharatpur, Mathura–Vrindavan or Ranthambore | Relaxed, with something beyond the big three. |
If you can, give Agra a night. That lets you see the Taj Mahal at sunrise, which is the best hour for it. Check your dates too: the Taj Mahal is closed every Friday.
Delhi → Agra → Jaipur → Delhi is the usual order. The reverse works just as well. Let your flights decide. If you fly out of Jaipur, end there and skip the long drive back to Delhi.
You have two good choices. The fast morning trains reach Agra Cantt in about two hours, and we can meet you at the station and start sightseeing straight away. Or you can come by car on the Yamuna Expressway. For the return to Delhi Airport at the end of a trip, see our guide on when to leave Agra for a Delhi flight.
This leg has the most to see on the way, so do not treat it as a transfer.
One long stop, or two short ones, is the right amount. The full detail is in our Agra to Jaipur route guide.
We are based in Agra. We can do:
We do not operate the direct Jaipur to Delhi leg, because it does not pass through Agra. You would book that with a Jaipur or Delhi operator, or take a train or flight. We also do not sell a fixed all-inclusive Golden Triangle package. Each leg is quoted on its own, and a multi-day plan is quoted once we know your dates.
Keeping one car for the whole circuit is convenient, but you pay for the days it sits idle in each city. Booking leg by leg is often simpler: a local cab in Delhi, us for Agra and the drive to Jaipur, a local cab in Jaipur.
October to March. Days are pleasant and the roads are easy. In late December and January, morning fog can slow the Delhi–Agra expressway and hide the Taj at sunrise, so keep a little slack in the plan. April to June is very hot, and sightseeing has to be done early.
| Cab | Seats | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| AC Sedan (Dzire/Amaze) | 4 | Couples and small families with light luggage |
| AC Ertiga | 6 | Families who want a little more room |
| AC Innova Crysta | 7 | Groups, senior citizens and heavier luggage |
On a multi-day trip, luggage decides the car. Two couples with four suitcases need an Innova, not a sedan.
Five to six days is comfortable for the Golden Triangle: two days in Delhi, one or two in Agra and two in Jaipur. Four days is the minimum and feels rushed.
Delhi to Agra is about 230 km, 3.5 to 4 hours via the Yamuna Expressway. Agra to Jaipur is about 240 km, 4 to 5 hours via NH-21. Jaipur to Delhi is roughly 270 km, about 5 hours via NH-48.
We are an Agra-based operator. We cover Agra sightseeing and the Agra to Jaipur and Agra to Delhi legs, in either direction. We do not operate the direct Jaipur to Delhi leg and do not sell a fixed all-inclusive package. Each leg is quoted individually on WhatsApp.
Most travellers go Delhi, then Agra, then Jaipur. The reverse order works equally well. Choose based on your arrival and departure flights.
The main stops between Agra and Jaipur are Fatehpur Sikri, about 40 km from Agra, Keoladeo National Park at Bharatpur, about 55 km from Agra, and the Chand Baori stepwell at Abhaneri. One long stop or two short ones keeps the day comfortable.
October to March is the best time. The weather is pleasant for sightseeing and driving. In late December and January, morning fog can slow the Delhi to Agra road, and April to June is very hot.
Each leg quoted in writing · Stops planned around your day · Driver details before pickup
