Jaisalmer, Bikaner & the Thar · Karni Mata temple
Deshnoke (Karni Mata) group trip guide
Deshnoke (Karni Mata): Karni Mata temple in Jaisalmer, Bikaner & the Thar, Rajasthan. From Jodhpur it is 209 km by road, 4–5 hours with stops. Groups give it 1–2 hours. A 17-seater tempo traveller with driver from Jodhpur costs ₹14,000–17,100 for a 2-day round trip, as of Oct 2026.
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- From Jodhpur
- 209 km by road
- Time to give it
- 1–2 hours
- Best season
- October to March; Navratri is the most crowded
- Fare from Jodhpur
- ₹14,000–17,100 round trip (Oct 2026)
- Nearest airport
- Bikaner (BKB)
The Karni Mata temple at Deshnoke, of stone and marble with silver doors, is known around the world for the kabas, the rats that live freely in the temple and are held sacred.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits, and its fare to Deshnoke (Karni Mata) from each city, from the tables below.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Ahmedabad → Deshnoke (Karni Mata)
₹37,200–45,800
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 623 km one way · 3 days, round trip
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Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
Why groups go
An hour on the Bikaner day; pilgrims from Gujarat and Rajasthan come for Navratri.
Temples & pilgrimage
How far is Deshnoke (Karni Mata)
Road distance from our route catalog, one way.
| From | Road km | With stops | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 623 km | 12–14 h | – |
| Jaipur | 355 km | 7–8 h | – |
| Udaipur | 450 km | 9–10 h | – |
| Jodhpur | 209 km | 4–5 h | – |
Group fares from Jodhpur
Round trip with driver, 2 days, by vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 2 days |
|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹9,800–12,900 |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹11,900–15,000 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹14,000–17,100 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹16,100–20,300 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
When to go and how long
- Best season: October to March; Navratri is the most crowded.
- Time to give it: 1–2 hours.
- Who goes: Pilgrims, Families, International visitors.
Add on nearby
Arriving from abroad or another state
- Nearest airport: Bikaner (BKB).
- Nearest railway station: Deshnoke or Bikaner.
- Operators quote the airport or station pickup with the whole trip: put your arrival in the request.
Operators for Deshnoke (Karni Mata)
Approved operators who take groups to Deshnoke (Karni Mata). Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Rishabh Motors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Serves Deshnoke (Karni Mata)
1 vehicle · 28 seats
Akansha mobility solutions
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Serves Deshnoke (Karni Mata)
1 vehicle · 17 seats
Sidhu Travels
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Chandigarh
Serves Deshnoke (Karni Mata)
1 vehicle · 66 seats
New Puhana bus service
Vehicle Owner
Roorkee, Uttarakhand
Serves Deshnoke (Karni Mata)
Fleet details on request
Official pages and sources
Opening hours, tickets and permits change: check them on the official pages before you travel.
How booking works
- Post your trip onceDates, pickup, places and group size. It takes two minutes and costs nothing.
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Questions groups ask
Jodhpur se Deshnoke (Karni Mata) kitne km hai? (How far is Deshnoke (Karni Mata) from Jodhpur?)
209 km by road: 4–5 hours in a tempo traveller or bus with tea and meal stops (group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour, about 35 on ghat roads). Road distance from our route catalog.
Deshnoke (Karni Mata) ke liye tempo traveller kitne ka padega?
Round trip from Jodhpur (209 km one way, 2 days) with driver: 17-seater ₹14,000–17,100, 40–49 seater bus ₹30,200–40,700. Indicative, as of Oct 2026; post the trip for the exact rate.
What does a group trip to Deshnoke (Karni Mata) cost?
Round trip from Jodhpur with driver: SUV / Innova ₹9,800–12,900; Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹11,900–15,000; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹14,000–17,100; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹16,100–20,300; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹30,200–40,700. Indicative, as of October 2026, with driver allowance and 5% GST; hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days do we need for Deshnoke (Karni Mata)?
1–2 hours. With the drive from Jodhpur, plan 2 to 3 days in all. An hour on the Bikaner day; pilgrims from Gujarat and Rajasthan come for Navratri.
When is the best time to visit Deshnoke (Karni Mata)?
October to March; Navratri is the most crowded.
Which vehicle for our group?
4 people: Sedan; 7 people: SUV / Innova; 12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 45 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater.
How do we reach Deshnoke (Karni Mata) from abroad?
Nearest airport: Bikaner (BKB). Nearest railway station: Deshnoke or Bikaner. Operators quote the airport pickup and the whole trip with a driver.
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