Before the opening of the new Bandikui–Jaipur Expressway, reaching Jaipur from Delhi used to take over four to five hours. But thanks to the newly inaugurated expressway, the travel time between the two cities has been cut down to three hours only! And it’s officially open now, marking a dramatic improvement for two of the most visited cities in India.
Let’s find out more about the new expressway:
The expressway was inaugurated on July 15 and is going to be a gamechanger. This 66.9 km greenfield road connects Jaipur's Ring Road to the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway. It’s a smoother option than NH-48.
A game-changer for travellersIt’s no secret that the Delhi–Jaipur highway has long struggled with congestion, largely due to heavy truck traffic and frequent, unplanned delays. But the new expressway is set to change that. With a speed limit of 120 km/h and access-controlled lanes, it promises a smoother, faster, and more efficient journey.
The road has also earned travellers' approval. During the initial 10-day toll-free trial, many shared positive feedback, calling it a convenient alternative.
The expressway is constructed at a cost of over INR 1,300 crore. It has five interchanges, which allows easy exits at many prime junctions including Khuri, Bhedoli, and Sundarpura. It also avoids traffic-prone towns and bypasses the older NH-21 and NH-48 stretch.
It’s not just a shortcut but a part of a larger vision. In future, the road will connect Delhi and Mumbai via a grand 1,386 km corridor. It will boost regional connectivity with cities including Jaipur, Udaipur, and Vadodara.
As per the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the stretch will decongest traffic within Rajasthan and allow quicker access to smaller districts around Dausa and Bandikui. It’s designed to be future-ready, with intelligent traffic systems, emergency lay-bys, and FASTag-integrated toll booths.
Time saver
The expressway is a time saver as it will cut down the distance between the two cities by over two hours which is extremely impressive! However, that’s not the only benefit. The prime benefits of the expressway includes improved fuel efficiency, lower vehicle wear-and-tear, and cleaner air and just to mention a few.
A perfect gift for weekenders and travellersLet’s just say that this is a perfect gift for weekenders and explorers in general. For weekend travellers, it means iconic Jaipur spots like Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and Amer Fort are now just a few hours away! Leave in the morning, have a heartfelt lunch in Jaipur and come back in the evening! Sounds awesome, right?
As of now, the travellers are enjoying this new road which is Bandikui–Jaipur Expressway to the fullest and praising its smooth travel experience.