The Taj Mahal and Agra Fort as a long day from Jaipur, with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri.
Agra is about 240 km east of Jaipur and is a standard add-on for visitors on the Golden Triangle. A day trip is long, leaving at dawn and returning late, and includes the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, and ticket prices for foreigners are around ₹1,100 plus the mausoleum add-on, so rates should be confirmed on the ASI site. Most visitors stay overnight to avoid the long drive.
| Distance | About 240 km east of Jaipur |
|---|---|
| Travel time | 4-4.5 hours each way |
| Getting there | Private car on NH-21 and the Agra link, or a train to Agra Cantt (about 4.5-5 hours). |
| Cost | Taj Mahal entry about ₹1,100 for foreigners and ₹50 for Indians (₹200 for the main mausoleum add-on); taxi ₹7,000-11,000 (approx $73-115 USD) for the day |
| Difficulty | moderate |
| Address | Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India |
How to get there
- Car: private car with driver about ₹7,000-11,000 (approx $73-115 USD) for the day
- Train: Jaipur to Agra Cantt by express, about 4.5-5 hours
- Bus: UPSRTC and RSRTC buses to Agra
- Organised tour: Taj Mahal day tours from Jaipur
Location
Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India
27.1751, 78.0421 View on map
Highlights
- Taj Mahal
- Agra Fort
- Fatehpur Sikri stop
- Golden Triangle link
Tips for visiting
- Leave before 6:00AM
- Avoid Fridays
- Book tickets online
- Consider staying overnight
When to visit
Sunrise start
Frequently asked questions
Is a day trip realistic?
Yes but long, about 9 hours of driving.
When is the Taj closed?
Fridays.
What is the fee?
About ₹1,100 for foreigners (approx $11 USD) plus the mausoleum ticket.