Jodhpur, the Blue City, is a major destination in Rajasthan. Traveling from Ramanathapuram is a long journey of over 2300 km. The most practical way is to fly from Madurai to Jodhpur via Delhi or take a train to Chennai and then a connecting train to Jodhpur. The city is famous for the Mehrangarh Fort. Expect a travel time of 45+ hours by train.
Total Distance: 2400 km by road, 2000 km straight-line air distance.
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| Duration | 48 hours | 9 hours |
| Avg Price | 2000 - 6000 INR | 12000 - 20000 INR |
| Operator | Indian Railways | IndiGo |
| Route | RMD to MAS, then MAS to JU (Jodhpur) | IXM (Madurai) to JDH (Jodhpur) via Delhi |
| Tip | Be prepared for a very long train journey. | Book flights well in advance for better prices. |
October to March, when the desert weather is cool.