Jai Mahakal! The chant gives goosebumps and a deep sense of faith and devotion.
Ujjain is known as the “city of Mahakal“. Being one of the oldest and most sacred cities in India, this Mahakal City is located in Madhya Pradesh on the banks of the Kshipra River. It is also one of the Sapta Puri, which means seven sacred cities. Ujjain has a special place in the heart of the devotees of the lord Shiva. One of the twelve jyotirlingas, “Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga“, is in Ujjain.
If you are planning a Delhi to Ujjain trip with family, a group or friends, a Maharaja Tempo traveller hire in Delhi will make your journey smooth. In this blog, we will mention distance, time taken, ways to travel, route, itinerary, Bhasma Aarti booking details and more.
Best Time to Visit Ujjain
The best time to plan a Delhi to Ujjain trip is between October and March, when the weather remains pleasant for sightseeing and temple visits. Also, if you want to drive by yourself, pleasant weather will make a big change in your journey.
Shravaan months, which started in monsoon season, are the most sacred time to visit Ujjain but it is also the time which attracts the most crowd. You can visit during shravaan if you are comfortable with heavy crowd darshan.
Delhi to Ujjain Distance
Delhi to Ujjain distance is 750 to 800 km and time takes around 12 to 15 hours depending on traffic and halts. The route goes from Agra, Gwalior, Shivpuri, and Guna before reaching Ujjain. Because the highways and expressways are smooth, many people love to take a Delhi to Ujjain trip by road.
Before starting your Delhi to Ujjain trip, make sure to check the routes, directions, petrol pumps and restaurants to a make a proper planning for the smooth journey.
Ways to Travel from Delhi to Ujjain
By Road
Delhi to Ujjain Route: Delhi – Gurugram – Dausa – Kota – Jhalawar – Shamgarh – Ujjain
It is the best option if you are travelling with your family. You can take a halt as per your need. Start your journey early to avoid the traffic of the Delhi. You can book a cab for small families and large groups can book a tempo traveller on rent as per their group size. The tempo traveller cost depends on the seating capacity.
Budget travellers can choose to travel by bus instead. The bus price can range from ₹750 to ₹4,000 per person depending on the bus type. You can also book a bus from RedBus and MakeMyTrip and check prices from their website.
By Train
Some people love to travel by train and there are various trains that run from Delhi to Ujjain.
Malwa Express (12920): Departs at 8:30 PM. Sleeper: ₹505; 3AC: ₹1,290.
Indore Intercity SF Express (12416): Departs at 9:50 PM. Sleeper: ₹455; 3AC: ₹1,165.
Dr Ambedkar Nagar SF Express (20156): Departs at 11:25 PM. Sleeper: ₹455; 3AC: ₹1,165.
Ujjaini Express (14310): Departs at 1:50 PM from Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM).
NOTE: Please confirm the train number and timing from the official website “IRCTC”.
By Flight
For those who are planning to fly by air, they need to travel to Indore Airport (Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport – IDR) and from there you need to travel to Ujjain, which is around 54 to 58 km away. It takes 1 hour 30 minutes from Delhi to Indore, and a one-way ticket costs you around ₹3,800 to ₹11,000, and from Indore airport it takes around 1 to 1.5 hours more. From there you can take a cab, which might cost you around ₹1,000 and ₹1,800; bus fare is around ₹121 to ₹220 and train ticket price ranges from ₹140 to ₹1,100.
3-Day Delhi to Ujjain Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Mahakaleshwar Temple and Sightseeing
Freshen up after arriving in Ujjain. Then you can visit the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple to see the darshan. To save time, you can book a Bhasma Aarti online from the website. If you do darshan here at the time, you can visit Harsiddhi Mata Temple and Ram Ghat in the evening. A 9-seater Tempo traveller from Delhi will make your journey smooth and comfortable.
Day 2: Explore the Temples of Ujjain
Ujjain has so many temples that you can visit. Start your morning by visiting Sandipani Ashram, Mangalnath Temple, Kal Bhairav Temple and Chintaman Ganesh Temple. This is the best way to start your day. If you have time, attend Bhasm Aarti again on this day to make your Delhi to Ujjain trip memorable forever.
Day 3: Visit Omkareshwar or Return to Delhi
You can get back to Delhi on this day or you can also make a visit to Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Temple but Ujjain to Omkareshwar is 140 km and needs a whole day. You can skip it completely or if you want to visit Omkareshwar, it is better to get back to Delhi the next day instead of tiring and travelling all the way from Omkareshwar.
Best Places to Visit in Ujjain
Mahakal Lok
Mahakal Lok is located near the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple. It is a corridor around the temple which has many sculptures, pillars, and depictions of stories of Lord Shiva.
Harsiddhi Mata Temple
Shri Harsiddhi Shaktipeeth Mata Temple is located just 500 metres on Moti Tabela Road from the Mahakaleshwar Temple. It is also one of the shaktipeethas where Mata Sati’s elbow fell.
Ram Ghat
Ram Ghat is believed to be the place where Lord Rama did tarpan (ancestral rites) for his father, Dasharatha. It is best to visit in the evening and sit and relax some time on this ghat.
Kal Bhairav Temple
Kal Bhairav is one of the forms of Lord Shiva. ‘Kaal‘ means ‘time‘, and ‘bhairav‘ means ‘fierce‘. He is known as the kotwal of the Ujjain who guards the sacred city Ujjain.
Mangalnath Temple
Mangalnath Temple is associated with the planet Mars, which is known as Mangal Grah. The temple is believed to be the birthplace of the Mangal Grah. It is said that Mangal Grah originated from the sweat of the lord Shiva while he was fighting with a demon and hence this planet also has fierce qualities.
How to Book Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple Online?
Mahakaleshwar Bhasma Aarti is performed early in the morning following a strict time.
Aarti Time: 4:00 AM to 6:00 AM
Entry Reporting Time: Around 2:30 AM
Gate Closing Time: Before aarti begins
To attend a Bhasma Aarti in Mahakaleshwar, you need to book online through the official website. Follow the step-by-step guide to book a Bhasma Aarti in Mahakaleshwar.
Step 1: Visit their official website, “Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga” to confirm your booking.
Step 2: Enter your details, including mobile number, OTP, and created password, and continue adding information needed.
Step 3: Click on the bhasm aarti service, and select from the option of advance bhasm aarti or tatkal bhasm aarti. Select the date if available and fill out other information asked on the website.
Step 4: After putting in all the details, click ‘continue‘ to make payment and save the confirmation slip and keep a copy of the slip with you.
Step 5: After racing the temple, you need to show the confirmation slip and documents they asked you to bring with you on their website.
Suggested Read: How to Book VIP Darshan at Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain?
Things to Know Before Visiting Mahakaleshwar Temple
Hotel and Bhasma Aarti bookings shall be made in advance.
Check your vehicle’s condition even if you have booked a cab or tempo traveller before starting your Delhi to Ujjain trip.
Wear clothes as per the dress code of the temple.
Do not click pictures if it is prohibited.
CONCLUSION
Delhi to Ujjain trip is one of those experiences which stays with you forever. From the route to the Mahakaleshwar Temple visit, each moment of this trip is going to be wonderful. Check out the route, tips and Aarti booking process we have mentioned in the blog. Group travellers can choose a Force Urbania van rental, while small groups can go for a hatchback and SUV for the maximum level of comfort.