Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji one day trip by Tempo Traveller leaves before sunrise and returns after dinner. In between, your group gets a dip at Shyam Kund, darshan at the Rajasthan temple that Baba Shyam’s devotees call home, and breakfast stop on any highway dhaba. The harder part is transport. Buses depart from fixed stands at fixed hours, which is not suited for the same day return. Trains stop at Ringas Junction, 18 km short of the temple. Cabs hold four or five people, so you have to book 2-3 if traveling in group.
Private tempo traveller seating keeps everyone together, with grandparents in the front row and children asleep at the back, and the seat count can match your group. Planning comes down to three decisions. Leave around 3:30 AM, aim to reach the temple by 10, and start the return by 2 PM. Choosing the right vehicle is where most groups get stuck, since fare per km, seat count and luggage space all pull on the budget.
Khatu Shyam Ji Distance from Delhi
Khatu Shyam Ji Mandir stands in Khatu town, Sikar district, Rajasthan. The Delhi to Khatu Shyam distance is about 280 km by road, though the distance vary a little depending on where your group starts. Expect 6 to 7 hours each way with breaks, which makes this same day return about 560 km and 12 to 14 hours of driving.
| Detail | Figure |
| Road distance, one way | About 280 km |
| Round trip distance | About 560 km |
| Drive time, one way | 6 to 7 hours with breaks |
| Total time on the road | 12 to 14 hours |
| Temple town | Khatu, Sikar district, Rajasthan |
| Nearest railway station | Ringas Junction, about 18 km away |
| Nearest airport | Jaipur, roughly 80 km away |
How to Reach Khatu Shyam Ji from Delhi
By Road
Road is the only mode that gives your group the option of same day return. NH48 carries most of the traffic, with pickup at your door and drop near the temple lanes. State buses and Volvo coaches cover the route in 6 to 7 hours too, but they leave from bus stands at fixed times. For four or five people, a Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji taxi or cab does the job. For groups of more than 8 people, a tempo traveller costs less per head.
By Train
Ringas Junction is the closest station, about 18 km from the temple. Trains between Delhi and Ringas exist, but one day plan needs a morning arrival and an evening departure, and you’d still need local transport for the final 18 km. You should totally avoid traveling by train for 1 day trip.
By Air
Jaipur is the nearest airport, around 80 km from the temple. The flight is short, but check in, baggage and the road from Jaipur eat the time you’d save. For a group starting in Delhi, driving the full route is simpler.
Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji Route Details
NH48 is the main route. Your vehicle leaves Delhi through Gurugram, crosses the Kherki Daula toll plaza, and follows the highway past Manesar, Neemrana and Behror before turning toward Kotputli and Ringas. From Ringas, the temple is about 18 km further.
| Checkpoint | Approx. distance | What matters here |
| Kherki Daula toll plaza | About 30 km from Delhi | Morning rush backs up here, so cross it before 5 AM if you can. |
| Neemrana | About 120 km from Delhi | Breakfast stop, with Neemrana Fort close to the highway. |
| Shahjahanpur toll plaza | Near the 120 km mark | Second plaza on the route, paid by FASTag. |
| Behror | On the highway | Busy dhabas for parathas, tea and washrooms. |
| Kotputli | About 180 km from Delhi | Toll plaza reported here, and a fuel stop before the final drive. |
| Ringas | 18 km before the temple | The turn for Khatu. Confirm parking with your driver here. |
There are two other roads as well which you can take. The NH48 link through Neem Ka Thana and Kotputli covers about 276 km and carries less traffic. The NH11 road via Rewari is the shortest but the slowest in practice, about 275 km. Most groups stay on NH48 for its fuel pumps and food courts. Toll charges are extra in any fare, and tempo travellers pay commercial vehicle rates at each plaza.
Route Places for Breakfast and Breaks
One day leaves room for one proper meal stop on the way in, so choose it well. Neemrana is the natural pick, about 120 km out. If the group is ahead of schedule, Neemrana Fort makes a quick photo stop. Behror has dhabas that fill quickly on weekends, so keep a second option in mind.
| Stop | Use it for |
| Neemrana | Breakfast around 7 AM, about 30 minutes. |
| Behror | Tea, parathas and washrooms if Neemrana is crowded. |
| Kotputli | Fuel and a washroom break before the last hour to Khatu. |
| Behror or Neemrana, on the return | Dinner around 6:30 PM before the final drive into NCR. |
Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji Tempo Traveller Fare
The fare for a same day round trip will be billed on the total covered distance. Rates start at ₹20 per km for the 12 seater. These are the base fare and the cost per person when every seat is filled.
| Seater | Starting rate per km | Round trip base fare | Approx. cost per person |
| 12 seater | ₹20 | ₹11,200 | ₹930 |
| 16 seater | ₹22 | ₹12,320 | ₹770 |
| 17 seater | ₹24 | ₹13,440 | ₹790 |
| 20 seater | ₹26 | ₹14,560 | ₹730 |
| 26 seater | ₹28 | ₹15,680 | ₹600 |
| Luxury Maharaja | From ₹30 | From ₹16,800 | Depends on seats |
Think of this as a one day trip package priced by vehicle, not by head. One fare covers the vehicle, driver and fuel for the day, and the per person figure falls as seats fill. The 26 seater costs around ₹600 per person against ₹930 on the 12 seater, so match the vehicle to your headcount. Peak dates can change the rate, and we’ll share all fare terms once you share your date and pickup point.
| Inclusions | Exclusions |
| AC Tempo Traveller of the seater you booked | Toll charges, paid by FASTag at actual |
| Driver for the full day | Parking at Khatu Shyam Ji and along the road |
| Fuel for the agreed kilometres | Rajasthan state entry tax, where applicable |
| Extra kilometres, such as a Jeen Mata detour | |
| Meals, prasad and flowers |
Tempo Traveller Options for a One Day Trip
Every size carries AC, pushback seats and a music system, which matter on a 12 to 14 hour day. Seat count, legroom and fare per person are what separate them.
| Seater | Seats | Cabin features | Suits |
| 12 seater | 12 | AC, pushback seats, extra legroom per person | One family of 8 to 11 with bags |
| 16 seater | 16 | AC, pushback seats, music system | Two related families |
| 17 seater | 17 | AC, pushback seats, music system, charging points | Joint families, office outings |
| 20 seater | 20 | AC, pushback seats, music system, charging points | Friends, neighbours, society groups |
| 26 seater | 26 | AC, pushback seats, music system, charging points | Bhajan mandalis, community yatras |
| Luxury Maharaja | 12 to 17 | Maharaja style seats and interiors, AC | Seniors, couples, guests wanting extra room |
For seniors, we suggest the 12 seater or the Maharaja, with front seats near the door and stops every at every two hour. Our drivers handle Rajasthan highway routes regularly, so toll plazas, the Ringas turn and temple town parking won’t cost your group time.
Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji 1 Day Round Trip Itinerary
This plan follows the winter temple timings, with morning darshan open from 5:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Mangla and Shringar aarti happen before you arrive, so a one day plan trades those for a clean same day return.
| Time | Plan |
| 3:15 AM | Pickup from your Delhi NCR address. Seat seniors near the door and load the bags. |
| 3:30 AM to 6:30 AM | Drive down NH48 and clear Kherki Daula before the morning rush. |
| 6:45 AM | Breakfast at a dhaba near Neemrana or Behror, 30 minutes. |
| 7:30 AM to 9:45 AM | Drive through Kotputli and Ringas to Khatu. |
| 10:00 AM | Reach Khatu. The driver parks and the group walks to the temple lanes. |
| 10:15 AM | Shyam Kund dip, then prasad shopping near the entrance. |
| 10:45 AM | Join the darshan queue. Shoes go to the shoe stand first. |
| 12:30 PM | Bhog aarti time. Darshan usually finishes soon after, depending on the line. |
| 1:00 PM | Lunch at a bhojanalaya while the temple closes for the afternoon. |
| 2:00 PM | Start the return drive. |
| 4:30 PM | Tea and washroom break near Kotputli. |
| 6:30 PM | Dinner at Behror or Neemrana. |
| 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM | Reach your Delhi NCR drop points. |
Darshan can take 1 to 3 hours, and on a busy day that pushes the return start to 3 PM. Skip the garden walk and the sit down lunch, carry dry snacks, and keep the driver informed by phone. In summer, the temple opens at 4:30 AM and closes at 12:30 PM for the morning slot, so leave closer to 3 AM to protect the margin.
When to Visit Khatu Shyam Ji
The best time to visit Khatu Shyam Ji for a same day return is a weekday between October and March. Cool weather helps on a 12 to 14 hour day, and queues stay shorter than on weekends. Plan the trip around the calendar, since some dates make a one day return impractical.
| Period | What it means for a one day trip |
| Weekdays, October to March | Cooler drive, shorter queues, and a good chance of finishing darshan by 1 PM. |
| Ekadashi days | Heavy crowds twice a month. Choose another date for a same day return. |
| Phalgun Mela, February and March | The largest gathering of the year. Queues and road limits can eat the whole day. |
| New Year fair, late December | The road to the temple was a no vehicle zone for two days in 2025, so expect a long walk from parking. |
| April to June | Temperatures often cross 45°C, which is hard on seniors and children in the midday queue. |
Travel Tips for the 1 Day Khatu Shyam Ji Trip
Start earlier than feels necessary. The 3:30 AM departure is what protects the darshan window, and every hour of delay at the start costs an hour at the temple. Dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered, and wear slip on footwear since shoes come off at the entrance. Keep phones and wallets in a zipped bag, and agree on a meeting point near the shoe stand in case the group splits in the crowd.
- ID proof for every adult
- Cash in small notes for prasad, flowers and parking
- Water bottles and dry snacks
- Light shawl for the pre dawn drive
- Regular medicines for senior members
- Power bank and wet wipes
Tell the driver your plan the evening before, including the 2 PM return target, so the vehicle is parked near the exit route. Book early for Ekadashi weekends and festival dates, since vehicles go first.
We pick up across Delhi NCR, including Noida, Gurgaon, Ghaziabad and Faridabad, and from West, South, North and East Delhi. Your group can book a Tempo Traveller for the Khatu Shyam Ji pilgrimage tour by calling 844-844-5504.
FAQs
How much does a Tempo Traveller cost from Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji?
Tempo traveller fare for Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji starts from ₹20/km. The total fare will be decided by the tempo traveller option you’ll pick and the combined distance of the round-trip. We’ll give you complete fare breakdown before you book.
How far is Delhi from Khatu Shyam Ji by road?
The drive covers about 280 km one way, taking the NH 48 route. Plan on 6 to 7 hours each way, including tea and washroom breaks.
Can I take a one day trip from Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji by Tempo Traveller?
Yes, and it works well with a 3:30 AM start. You reach the temple town around 10, finish darshan by early afternoon, and begin the return by 2 PM. Expect 12 to 14 hours on the road in total. Weekdays between October and March give the shortest queues and the coolest drive.
What is the right itinerary for a Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji one day trip?
Pickup around 3:15 AM, for Khatu Shyam followed by breakfast near Neemrana or Behror at about 6:45. You arrive in Khatu by 10, take a dip at Shyam Kund, then join the darshan queue by 10:45. Lunch comes after the temple closes at 1 PM, and the vehicle leaves at 2. Dinner at Behror or Neemrana around 6:30 PM puts you back in Delhi NCR between 8:30 and 9:30 PM.
What is included in a Delhi to Khatu Shyam Ji Tempo Traveller package?
One fare covers the AC vehicle you booked for Khatu Shyam, the driver for the day, and fuel for the agreed kilometres. Tolls, parking, Rajasthan entry tax, detours like Jeen Mata, and your own meals and prasad cost extra. Vehicle and driver details reach you before pickup day.
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