Planning a weekend in the hills? Book a Pune to Lonavala cab with us and you are up in the Sahyadris in about 1.5 hours. The Pune to Lonavala distance is only 65 km on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, which makes it the quickest hill escape out of Pune. Our Pune to Lonavala taxi starts at ₹1,200 for a sedan. That suits couples, families and small groups heading to Tiger Point, Bhushi Dam, the Karla and Bhaja caves, or Imagica theme park nearby. A same-day round trip starts at ₹2,000, and we run the return Lonavala to Pune cab too, so getting home is never a question. Pair it with our Pune to Mumbai route, or carry on to Panchgani for a longer trip.
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Pune to Lonavala cab fare starts at ₹1,200 one-way and ₹2,400 round trip for a sedan. SUV fares start at ₹2,100 one-way (₹4,200 round trip), and a 12-17 seater tempo traveller runs ₹4,000 to ₹9,000. The Pune to Lonavala cab time is about 1.5 hours on the expressway, and we keep these charges all-inclusive with no hidden fees. Use our fare calculator for an instant estimate, or check our outstation cab service page for more routes.
| Vehicle Type | One-Way Fare | Round-Trip Fare | Per KM Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan (4 seater) | ₹1,200 - ₹1,400 | ₹2,400 - ₹2,700 | ₹18-21/km |
| SUV (6-7 seater) | ₹2,100 - ₹2,400 | ₹4,200 - ₹4,700 | ₹32-36/km |
| Tempo Traveller (12-17 seater) | ₹4,000 - ₹4,500 | ₹8,000 - ₹9,000 | ₹61-69/km |
Fares reviewed: June 2026 · Final fare confirmed before booking
*Prices are indicative. Final fare confirmed before booking based on vehicle type, route, and season.
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Pune → Khandala Ghat → Lonavala
Distance
65 km
Duration
1.5 hours
Road Type
Old Highway
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Pune to Lonavala is about 65 km, roughly 1.5 hours via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. From there, Tiger Point is a further 12 km, Bhushi Dam 6 km, and Karla Caves sit about 55 km from Pune on the way up. Here are the door-to-door distances our drivers cover most.
| From (pickup area) | Distance to Lonavala | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Pune (city centre) | ~66 km | ~1 h 30 m |
| Hinjewadi | ~45 km | ~1 h |
| Wakad | ~48 km | ~1 h 5 m |
| Baner | ~52 km | ~1 h 10 m |
| Viman Nagar | ~72 km | ~1 h 35 m |
| Hadapsar | ~75 km | ~1 h 40 m |
| Attraction | From Lonavala | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Tiger Point (Lion's Point) | ~12 km | Top sunset viewpoint over the Sahyadri valley |
| Bhushi Dam | ~6 km | Monsoon waterfall steps (June-Sept peak) |
| Karla Caves | ~11 km | 200 BC Buddhist rock-cut chaitya hall |
| Bhaja Caves & Lohagad Fort | ~10-12 km | Quiet caves + a beginner-friendly fort trek |
| Pawna Lake | ~23 km | Lakeside camping and sunsets |
| Della Adventure Park | ~3 km | Adventure activities and resort |
| Imagica Theme Park | ~40 km | Theme park near Khopoli, family add-on |
Distances are approximate and door-to-door, via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. A sedan covers the full Lonavala-Khandala sightseeing loop comfortably in a day.
Once your Pune to Lonavala taxi reaches the hills, there is a lot packed into a small area. Most people keep the sedan or SUV for the day and let the driver shuttle them between viewpoints, caves and chikki shops. Here is what is worth hitting on a Pune to Lonavala cab trip.
Also called Lion's Point, this is the busiest viewpoint in Lonavala for a reason. Time your Pune to Lonavala cab booking to reach by late afternoon and watch the sun drop over the Sahyadri valley. Vada pav and roasted corn stalls line the parking area while you wait.
Between June and September, Bhushi Dam spills over into a natural waterfall you can sit right inside. It is the single biggest reason monsoon is peak season for our Pune to Lonavala cab service, so book early on weekends.
These Buddhist rock-cut caves go back to 200 BC, with chaitya halls and stupas carved straight into the hillside. Karla is the grander of the two; Bhaja is quieter and, to my eye, prettier. Both sit a short detour off the expressway and slot easily into one Pune to Lonavala cab trip.
Hardly anyone heads home without a few boxes of fresh chikki, fudge and waffer in the boot. Maganlal and Cooper's are the names everyone knows. Ask your driver which shop has the freshest stock that day; they usually know.
Travelling with kids? Imagica sits about 45 minutes from Lonavala on the expressway, and plenty of families bolt it onto a Pune to Lonavala cab booking. Take a Sedan or SUV and make it a full theme-park day. Ask us about Imagica plus Lonavala combo packages.
Staying the night? Pawna Lake, about 25 km from Lonavala, is the spot people pick for lakeside camping, bonfires and a Lohagad fort trek. Our SUV and Tempo Traveller are the usual choices for these group trips.
Khandala is only 5 km from Lonavala and sits at the same Pune to Lonavala distance and cab time, so adding Duke's Nose, Sunset Point and the Rajmachi viewpoint costs you nothing extra. On a same-day round-trip Pune to Lonavala cab booking, most of our drivers fold the Khandala stops in without being asked.
Swift Dzire, Etios, Xcent
₹1,200+
Most economical
Innova, Ertiga, Marazzo
₹2,100+
Extra comfort
12-17 Seater
₹4,000+
Roomy for groups
Family picnic to Lonavala? Book an Innova on rent in Pune for roomy seating and plenty of luggage space. Bigger group or a college outing? Rent a tempo traveller in Pune and keep everyone together for the day.
Our drivers know the viewpoints and the shortcuts on the Pune-Lonavala stretch. Ask them when to hit Tiger Point or Bhushi Dam and they will steer you around the weekend crowds.
Great for a day out. Hit Bhaja Caves, Tiger Point and Bushi Dam, then be back home the same evening. Our drivers plan the order so you cover the most without backtracking.
All-inclusive fares with no hidden charges. Toll fees (₹50-70) communicated upfront. Easy on the wallet for a weekend getaway.
Pay the driver directly once the trip is done. Zero booking fees, zero hidden charges. The price we quote is the price you pay.
Done with the hills and heading back to Pune? CabsPune runs a reliable Lonavala to Pune cab service for the way home. After a long day at the waterfalls and viewpoints, with a chikki box or two in hand, our drivers get you back smoothly.
The Lonavala to Pune cab retraces the same 65 km via the Old Mumbai-Pune Highway and takes about 1.5 hours. Our drivers know when to leave so you skip the worst of the weekend traffic. Book the return cab in advance, or just call us when you are ready to head out.
Fares for the Lonavala to Pune taxi match the Pune to Lonavala side: from ₹1,200 for a sedan and ₹2,100 for an SUV. No advance payment, available 24/7, and we confirm on the spot over WhatsApp or call.
Straight answer: a solo traveller should just take the local train (Rs 20-40, frequent). For families, groups, or a same-day sightseeing loop, though, a Rs 1,200 cab covers every viewpoint door-to-door with no waiting around for transport between them.
| Mode | Cost | Time | Door-to-door | Luggage | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cab (CabsPune) | ₹1,200 one-way (up to 4 people) | ~1.5h | Yes | Flexible | Covers Lonavala and Khandala points in one comfortable loop |
| Local train | ₹20-40 per person | ~2h | No | Very limited | Frequent and cheap; a good fit for solo day trips |
| Bus | ₹100-200 per person | 1.5-2h | No | Limited | Expressway buses drop on the highway, not the town centre |
| Self-drive | Fuel + toll ≈ ₹700-900 | ~1.5h | Yes | Flexible | Weekend parking at viewpoints is difficult |
Pune to Lonavala cab fare starts from ₹1,200 for a sedan one-way and ₹2,100 for an SUV. A same-day round trip starts at ₹2,400 for a sedan (up to 8 hours, 130 km) and goes up to ₹9,000 for a Tempo Traveller. Fuel, driver charges and GST are included; tolls and parking are extra. Final fare is confirmed before booking.
Booking a Pune to Lonavala cab with CabsPune takes a minute. Call +91-88620-92781, message us on WhatsApp, or fill the booking form on this page. We confirm your Pune to Lonavala cab booking in 2 minutes with no advance payment required.
The Pune to Lonavala cab time is approximately 1.5 hours covering the 65 km Pune to Lonavala distance via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Pune to Lonavala cab time may extend to 2 hours during monsoon weekends or peak holiday traffic.
Yes, our Pune to Lonavala cab service includes the Lonavala to Pune cab for the way back. Lonavala to Pune cab fare starts at ₹1,200 (sedan) and ₹1,800 (SUV). Book the return ride upfront with the round-trip package, or just call us when you are ready to head back.
The Pune to Lonavala distance is 65 km via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, the fastest and smoothest route. The Old Mumbai-Pune Highway is also 65 km but winds through the Khandala ghat with valley views. Most CabsPune drivers take the expressway to save time and keep the ride comfortable.
Our Pune to Lonavala cab service offers verified professional drivers, well-maintained AC vehicles, transparent pricing from ₹1,200, no advance payment, and 24/7 availability. The Pune to Lonavala cab service includes one-way, same-day round trip and multi-day Lonavala packages.
Yes, Lonavala makes a great day trip from Pune at only 65 km away. In one day you can cover Tiger Point, Bhushi Dam, the Karla and Bhaja caves, and still squeeze in some Lonavala chikki shopping. A round-trip Pune to Lonavala cab lets you do all of it without worrying about how to get back.
Yes, our Pune to Lonavala cab service runs 24/7, so you can book a late-night or early-morning pickup anytime. Midnight weekend drives and sunrise fog at Tiger Point are popular. Both the expressway and the old highway are fine at night, and the fare stays the same as daytime: from ₹1,200 for a sedan, confirmed before booking.
Yes. There is no advance payment, so cancelling costs nothing. Just call or WhatsApp us before the driver leaves for your pickup. If the driver is already on the way, a fair charge for the distance driven may apply. Rescheduling to another date or time is always free.
We pick up from every Pune and PCMC locality: Hinjewadi, Wakad, Baner, Aundh, Kharadi, Viman Nagar, Magarpatta, Hadapsar, Koregaon Park, Pimple Saudagar and beyond. Door-to-door pickup is included in the fare. Share your exact address while booking and the driver comes to you.
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