For a lot of families and devotees around Rajasthan, driving out from Jaipur to Salasar Balaji is something they do regularly, and adding Khatu Shyam and Jeen Mata temples on the same route turns it into a full, meaningful pilgrimage covering three important spiritual sites without needing a long trip. The whole loop is realistic for one long day if you leave very early, or much more relaxed over two days with an overnight stay. Roads are mostly good highways with a few quieter rural stretches, so once you know the order and timing, planning becomes quite straightforward.

Jaipur to Salasar Balaji via Khatu Shyam & Jeen Mata Temple?

Distance and the Route That Flows Best

Jaipur to Salasar Balaji is roughly 160–170 km one way via NH52 and then NH709. The standard path goes Jaipur → Reengus → Sikar → Salasar. Bringing in Khatu Shyam (just past Reengus, about 60 km from Jaipur) and Jeen Mata (about 30 km before Salasar) makes the round-trip distance around 380–420 km. Almost everyone follows this sequence: Jaipur → Khatu Shyam → Jeen Mata → Salasar → back to Jaipur. That order avoids backtracking and keeps the day moving naturally.

Driving time without stops is about 7–8 hours round trip. Add darshan queues, meals, photos, and short breaks, and a single day becomes 12–14 hours. Most people who do it in one day leave very early; spreading it over two days lets you take your time at each temple and rest overnight near Salasar.

Best Months and Daily Timing

October to March is when most people make this trip, the weather stays comfortable (15–28°C daytime), mornings are cool for driving, and crowds are manageable. Summer (April–June) gets extremely hot (40°C+), making long waits outside tough. Monsoon (July–September) brings rain and occasional road issues, but fewer people.

For a one-day trip, most devotees leave Jaipur by 4:30–5:30 am to reach Khatu Shyam around 7–8 am (early darshan is much easier), get to Jeen Mata by 10–11 am, arrive at Salasar by 1–2 pm for main darshan and aarti, and return to Jaipur by 8–10 pm. Two-day trips give you more relaxed time at each temple and let you stay overnight near Salasar (plenty of hotels and dharamshalas are available).

Transport Options: Car, Tempo, or Bus

A private car (Innova Crysta, Ertiga, or similar) is the most common and flexible choice for families of 4–7 people. It usually costs ₹3,500–5,500 for a full day, plus tolls and driver allowance. You control stops, timings, and comfort completely.

For groups of 8-15 people, Tempo Traveler or 27-seater bus rental in Jaipur is popular, it costs ₹6,000-10,000 for the day and everyone travels together.

Larger groups of more than 20 people often take a 45-seat bus to Jaipur (₹10,000-15,000), but parking and narrow temple roads can make larger buses slower.

Hiring a car or Tempo with a local driver who knows the route is the best option – many drivers are familiar with temple schedules, parking spots and shortcuts.

Suggested Itinerary for One or Two Days

• One-Day Plan (Tight but Doable)
• 5:00 am: Leave Jaipur
• 7:30–9:30 am: Khatu Shyam Temple (darshan, prasad)
• 10:30 am–12:30 pm: Jeen Mata Temple (darshan, lunch nearby)
• 2:00–5:00 pm: Salasar Balaji (main darshan, aarti, shopping for prasad)
• 5:30 pm: Start return drive
• 9:00–10:30 pm: Back in Jaipur

Two-Day Plan (Much More Relaxed)

Day 1: Jaipur → Khatu Shyam → Jeen Mata → Salasar (stay overnight in Salasar or Sikar)

Day 2: Morning darshan at Salasar again if desired → return to Jaipur by afternoon or evening

Quick Notes for Each Temple

Khatu Shyam: Very crowded on Saturdays and during fairs (Falgun Mela in Feb–March). Darshan is free, but special entry tickets (₹100–500) reduce waiting time. Prasad shops are everywhere.

Jeen Mata: Temple is on a small hill, steps or palanquin available. Known for wish fulfillment; many devotees tie threads or offer coconuts.

Salasar Balaji: The most crowded of the three, especially Tuesday and Saturday. Long queues are normal; special darshan passes (₹100–1,000) are available. Offering bananas to monkeys is a big tradition.

Practical Tips for the Trip

• Leave early to beat heat and crowds.
• Bring water, snacks, hat/sunscreen (especially in summer).
• Wear modest clothing (covering shoulders/knees) for temples.
• Keep money for prasad, parking (₹50-200 per vehicle) and small donations.
• Mobile network is good on highways but unstable in rural areas.
• Fuel up in Jaipur or Sikar; ATMs are available in towns.

Wrapping Up!

For the best experience on a Jaipur Salasar Balaji Khatu Shyam Tour by Car or larger vehicle, working with a reliable Rajasthan travel company makes everything easier.Rajasthan Tourism Bureau is often recommended for putting together these temple circuits with comfortable transport, good drivers, and flexible timings. It’s a meaningful trip for devotees, and with proper planning, it becomes one of those journeys people remember for years.