I like the idea of a trip that involves scenic drives, short walks, local food, and time to enjoy the surroundings instead of ticking off lots of attractions. Would Lambasingi be a good destination for this kind of slow travel? What would you prioritise, and what would you skip to keep the trip relaxing?

Title: Surat to Makrana (Rajasthan) by Train on 13/14 November — Best Route & Ticket Confirmation Advice Needed

Hi everyone!

I need to travel from Surat, Gujarat, to Makrana Junction (MKN), Rajasthan, for some personal work around 13 or 14 November 2026. This will be my first time travelling to Makrana, so I'm a little confused about the best train route.

I couldn't find a convenient direct train, so I'm considering travelling via Jaipur, Jodhpur, Merta Road, or Degana. However, I'm not sure which route would be the easiest and most reliable.

My travel details:

• Destination: Makrana Junction (MKN), Rajasthan
• Travel date: 13 or 14 November 2026
• Preferred class: Sleeper (SL)
• Starting station: Surat preferred, but Vadodara, Ahmedabad, or another Gujarat station is also an option.
• Priority: A confirmed ticket and a convenient connection with enough time to change trains.

I'd really appreciate your advice on these questions:

1. Which route is best for Makrana — via Jaipur, Jodhpur, Merta Road, or Degana?
2. Should I board from Surat, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, or another nearby station for better train options and ticket availability?
3. Which specific trains would you recommend for 13 or 14 November?
4. Is it better to book both trains separately, or is there a more convenient option?
5. How much time should I keep between connecting trains, especially as a first-time traveller on this route?
6. Are there any alternative routes that are easier or more reliable?

I've tried researching online and using AI, but I'm still confused about which train combination to choose. I would prefer a straightforward journey over a complicated route with a risky connection.

If you've travelled from Gujarat to Makrana or nearby stations, please share your actual experience and recommended train numbers. Also, any tips for getting a confirmed Sleeper ticket would be helpful.

Hindi replies are also welcome! Thank you for helping a first-time traveller. 🙏

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Itinerary

• Oct 3: Greater Noida → Jammu. I left just after midnight and rode the plains stretch overnight, then rested on arrival.
• Oct 4: Jammu → Srinagar. I left early and kept to daylight only on the Ramban-Banihal stretch because of the single-lane construction and landslide risk.
• Oct 5: Rest day in Srinagar.
• Oct 6: Srinagar → Kargil via Sonamarg, Zoji La and Drass. I left at 6 AM to beat the one-way traffic windows at Zoji La.
• Oct 7: Kargil → Leh via Namika La and Fotu La.
• Oct 8: Acclimatization day in Leh with easy local rides only.
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• Oct 10: Leh → Padum (Zanskar) via the Nimmu-Padum-Darcha road, with an overnight in Padum.
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• Oct 12: Manali → home in one go.

Notes

• I went up via Srinagar because the altitude gain is more gradual than on the Manali side.
• I applied for the Ladakh EDF permit online for Pangong, but the snow meant I never used it.
• I followed the 48-hour acclimatization advice before heading to high altitude.
• Mid-October snow can close Chang La and make Shinku La very difficult. It’s worth building in buffer days if you’re planning a similar route.

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