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Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur in One Day from Udaipur

An hour-by-hour plan to see Kumbhalgarh Fort and Ranakpur Jain Temple in one day from Udaipur, with timings, lunch and the best route.

By the Shades of Udaipur team Published 2 min read
People walking along the top of a stone fort wall
People walking along the top of a stone fort wall. Photo by Prashant on Unsplash
Quick answer

Yes, you can see Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur in one day from Udaipur. Leave at 7:30 am, reach Kumbhalgarh by 10, spend two to three hours there, drive 50 km to Ranakpur for lunch and enter after noon when non-Jain visitors are allowed, then return to Udaipur by about 7 pm. Expect around 280 km of driving.

Key facts

  • Total driving: about 280 km, 7 hours
  • Kumbhalgarh first, Ranakpur after noon
  • A car with driver is the only practical way

This is the classic Mewar day out, and it works best with an early start.

The plan

TimeWhat
7:30 amLeave Udaipur
10:00 amReach Kumbhalgarh
10:00–12:30Gates, Badal Mahal, a stretch of wall
12:30–1:45 pmDrive 50 km to Ranakpur
1:45 pmLunch at the temple bhojanshala or a nearby resort
2:30–4:00 pmRanakpur temple
4:00 pmDrive back
7:00 pmBack in Udaipur

Tips

  • Dress for Ranakpur from the start: shoulders and knees covered, no leather.
  • Wear grippy shoes for the climb at Kumbhalgarh.
  • Carry water and snacks. Options on the road are few.
  • Stay overnight near Kumbhalgarh if you want the evening light show.

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The Chaumukha temple at Ranakpur
The Chaumukha temple at Ranakpur. Photo by Alexander Schimmeck on Unsplash

Frequently asked questions

Which should I visit first, Kumbhalgarh or Ranakpur?

Kumbhalgarh first. Ranakpur only opens to non-Jain visitors from about noon.

How much does a car for this trip cost?

It's charged as a full-day outstation trip. See our car rental guide for current per-km rates.

Is it too tiring?

It's a long day but manageable. Older travellers may prefer to stay overnight near Kumbhalgarh.

Written by the Shades of Udaipur team, who have been sharing Udaipur's food, festivals and hidden corners since 2016. Prices and timings change; if something here is out of date, tell us and we'll fix it.

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