Rajkot to Veraval Cab
185 kmAbout 3.5 hoursNH-27 to Jetpur, then NH-151 through Keshod
Fixed fare · one way
Rajkot → Veraval
- Sedan, one-way
- On request
- Ertiga, one-way
- On request
The road
185km
- Rajkot
- Gondal
- Jetpur
- Keshod
- Veraval
Route: Rajkot, Gondal, Jetpur, Keshod, Veraval.
Veraval is the town people actually arrive at when they say they are going to Somnath — the temple is six kilometres further along the shore. It is the port, the railway station and most of the hotels, and it is 185 km from Rajkot, about three and a half hours.
That makes it two bookings in one. Some people are going to the temple and the town is only where they sleep; others are coming for the harbour, which is one of the largest fishing ports in the country and nothing like a tourist stop. Either way the road is the same.
What to see on the Rajkot to Veraval route
- 01
Gondal and Jetpur
The first hour on NH-27, past Gondal's palaces and Jetpur's drying cotton, before the road turns south.
- 02
The Keshod road
NH-151 from the Jetpur bypass, running down through Keshod. Quieter than the national highway and in good condition.
- 03
The fishing harbour
Hundreds of boats tied up gunwale to gunwale, and a fish market that starts before dawn. Worth half an hour even if you came for the temple.
- 04
Somnath, six kilometres on
The temple on the shore, rebuilt more times than any other in India. Close enough that most people stay in Veraval and go across for the evening aarti.
- 05
Bhalka Tirth
Between the two towns, where Krishna is said to have been struck by the hunter's arrow. A small place, easy to fit in on the way across.
Good to know
- Say whether you want Veraval or the temple itself — they are six kilometres apart and the driver will take you to the right door.
- The evening aarti at Somnath is the one to aim for. Leaving Rajkot by midday gets you there with time to spare.
- Ask for the car to wait if you are going across for the temple. Transport between Veraval and Somnath after dark is thin.
- The harbour is at its best very early. If that is why you are coming, stay the night rather than driving down in the morning.
- Gir is an hour and a half inland from here, so a Somnath trip and a safari fit into the same booking.
FAQ
Rajkot to Veraval — frequently asked questions
How far is Veraval from Rajkot?
About 185 km and three and a half hours, on NH-27 as far as Jetpur and then NH-151 through Keshod.
What is the Rajkot to Veraval cab fare?
We give one fixed all-inclusive figure for the journey before you book, covering fuel, driver allowance and taxes. Tolls and parking are at actuals. Call or send a message with the date and the car you want.
How far is Somnath temple from Veraval?
About six kilometres along the coast — ten minutes by car. Most visitors stay in Veraval and go across for darshan and the evening aarti.
Can we add Gir to the same trip?
Yes, and many people do. Sasan Gir is roughly an hour and a half inland, so a Somnath and Gir trip booked together saves both a day and a second fare.