Pune to Shirdi Cab Comfortable Pilgrimage Travel
Our Pune to Shirdi cab covers the 187 km on NH60 through Ahmednagar in about 4 hours 20 minutes. A round trip is ₹5,000 for a sedan and ₹6,000 for an SUV, both all-inclusive of toll, parking and driver allowance, and a one-way drop starts at ₹2,500. Tell us which aarti you want and we work the pickup backwards from it. Minimal advance, 2-minute confirmation.
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One way bills a single drop. Toll and parking at actuals.
VEHICLE
- ONE WAY, FROM
- ₹2,500
- Seats
- 4 + driver
- Per km
- ₹10-12
- Toll & parking
- Included on round trips
Only a minimal advance to confirm.
Quick Answer
A Pune to Shirdi cab covers 187 km in about 4 hours 20 minutes on NH60 through Ahmednagar, and a Pune to Shirdi taxi is the same vehicle at the same rate. A round trip is ₹5,000 for a sedan and ₹6,000 for an SUV, both all-inclusive of toll, parking and driver allowance; a one-way drop starts at ₹2,500 with toll and parking at actuals, and a 12 to 17 seater tempo traveller runs up to ₹14,000. Only a minimal advance is payable upfront, we confirm within 2 minutes at any hour, and the driver waits through your darshan on a round trip.
Pune to Shirdi Cab Fare & Charges
Round-trip prices are all-inclusive. One-way drops bill toll and parking at actuals.
Pune to Shirdi Cab Fare Table
| VEHICLE TYPE | ONE-WAY | ROUND TRIP | PER KM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan 4 seater | ₹2,500 - ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 all-inclusive | ₹10-12/km |
| SUV POPULAR 6-7 seater · Innova, Ertiga | ₹3,500 - ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 all-inclusive | ₹15-18/km |
| Tempo Traveller 12-17 seater | ₹6,000 - ₹7,000 | ₹12,000 - ₹14,000 | ₹25-30/km |
Pune to Shirdi Cab Charges Include:
- Professional driver charges
- Fuel for the full 187 km trip
- Driver allowance, and on round trips toll and parking too
- GST and applicable taxes
Charges Not Included in the Cab Fare:
- Toll on one-way drops, ₹200-300
- Shirdi parking on one-way drops, ₹50-100
- Waiting beyond 2 hours, ₹100/hr
- Extra pickup or drop point, ₹100 per stop
Pune to Shirdi Cab Round Trip vs One Way Booking:
Pay for the single trip only. A good fit when you are staying in Shirdi or arranging a separate return.
More economical for same-day or next-day returns. The driver waits through your darshan, or returns on a date you pick.
For extended Shirdi trips with nearby attractions like Shani Shingnapur, or combined with a Bhimashankar jyotirlinga visit.
Cab Packages for Shirdi
One-Way Drop Package
Direct one-way Pune to Shirdi cab. Pickup anywhere in Pune or PCMC including the railway station and airport, drop at the temple or your hotel.
Same-Day Round Trip Package
The driver waits while you complete darshan at the Samadhi Mandir, up to 8 hours of waiting included. Return to Pune the same evening. This is the most booked Pune to Shirdi cab format.
Overnight Shirdi Package
Stay overnight in Shirdi with a next-day return, the format most pilgrims pick when they want an unhurried darshan. Hotel coordination assistance available, and a flexible morning departure.
Shirdi + Shani Shingnapur Combo
Both the Sai Baba temple and Shani Shingnapur, 65 km from Shirdi, in one trip. A full-day pilgrimage with an experienced driver.
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Best Route to Shirdi
Most of our drivers take NH60 through Ahmednagar, the fastest and safest way to reach Shirdi.
Main Route via Ahmednagar (NH60):
- DISTANCE
- 187 km
- DURATION
- 4h 20m
- ROAD TYPE
- NH60
Road condition: the highway is smooth and well-maintained for most of the stretch, with no rough patches to speak of. Many families combine this trip with a visit to Nashik since it is close by, or extend to Aurangabad for the Ajanta-Ellora caves. Heading back, our Shirdi to Pune cab picks you up from the temple, your hotel or the bus stand.
Key Stops & Landmarks:
Ahmednagar (120 km from Pune)
120 kmWhere most passengers stop for a quick breakfast or chai, with dhabas and restaurants lining the highway. Roughly the halfway mark, so a good time to stretch your legs.
Newasa (170 km from Pune)
170 kmA small town you pass through briefly. If you skipped Ahmednagar, this is the last chance for a tea break before Shirdi.
Kopargaon (18 km before Shirdi)
18 km to goYou are almost there. Some travellers grab a meal here before the temple; from Kopargaon it is just 15 to 20 minutes to the Samadhi Mandir.
Travel Tips:
Leave around 5 to 6 AM to reach before noon and skip the midday heat. For morning darshan, with Kakad aarti at 5:15 AM, start from Pune by 12 to 1 AM.
Mostly smooth sailing. Ahmednagar city gets busy at rush hour, but the highway stretches are clear. Weekend traffic near Shirdi picks up with devotees.
Water and light snacks. On a same-day round trip, carry prasad boxes, and a mobile charger is a good idea for the 4-hour-plus drive.
Two or three toll plazas, around ₹200-300 one way depending on the vehicle. Your driver handles the toll stops quickly.
Shirdi Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, where your Pune to Shirdi pilgrimage ends.
Travel Time to Shirdi by Cab
The Pune to Shirdi cab time is roughly 4 hours 20 minutes via the Ahmednagar highway. Leave Pune at 2 to 4 AM and the roads are practically empty, so you reach faster, in good time for the early morning aarti. On regular days, expect a smooth ride with one stop along the way.
During busy festivals like Guru Purnima, Dussehra or Ram Navami, add about 30 to 45 minutes as Shirdi town fills up with devotees.
Places to See in Shirdi
All within a few hundred metres of the Samadhi Mandir, so the whole complex is on foot.
MAIN DARSHAN Samadhi Mandir
The main Sai Baba darshan queue, and the golden spire
ON FOOT Dwarkamai & Chavadi
Where Baba's dhuni still burns
Gurusthan & Lendi Baug
The garden and the spot where Baba was first seen, both inside the complex.
Shani Shingnapur
Added to a lot of Shirdi trips, 65 km away, and Saturday is the Shani day.
Prasadalaya & Dixit Wada
The Shirdi temple meal hall and the museum, add an hour if you want both.
Vehicle Options for Your Shirdi Trip
Going as a couple? A sedan works well. Family of 5 or 6? An Innova or Ertiga. Large group? The tempo traveller.
Sedan
POPULAR SUV / Innova
Tempo Traveller
Why Book Pune to Shirdi Cab with CabsPune?
Our drivers run the Pune to Shirdi route almost daily. They know every turn, the best breakfast spots near Ahmednagar, and exactly where to park near the Sai Baba temple without wasting your time.
Comfortable pushback seats in our tempo traveller, well suited to a Shirdi group pilgrimage.
Drivers Who Know This Route
Pune to Shirdi trips almost daily: every turn, the breakfast stops near Ahmednagar, and where to park near the temple.
What You See Is What You Pay
We tell you the exact cost before you confirm. Driver charges and fuel included; on one-way drops tolls are extra, and we tell you the amount upfront. No surprises at the end.
Book It Your Way
A 2 AM pickup for morning darshan? Done. A stop at Shani Shingnapur on the way back? No problem. One way, round trip or multi-day, we work around your schedule.
Pay After Your Trip
Only a minimal advance to confirm. Book the cab, complete your darshan, and settle with the driver once you are done.
When to Leave Pune Planning Around the Aarti Schedule
Which aarti you want decides when your Pune to Shirdi cab picks you up. Here is what we tell people when they book.
| AARTI | TIME AT SHIRDI | LEAVE PUNE BY | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kakad Aarti | 5:15 AM | 12:00-1:00 AM | The quietest darshan of the day. Roads are empty, so the drive runs closer to 4 hours. |
| Madhyan Aarti | 12:00 noon | 6:00-6:30 AM | Comfortable start time. Queues are at their longest around midday. |
| Dhoop Aarti | Sunset, about 6:30 PM | 12:30-1:00 PM | Good option if you want a full night's sleep first. The return reaches Pune past midnight. |
| Shej Aarti | 10:00 PM | 4:30-5:00 PM | The last aarti. Best paired with an overnight stay rather than a same-day return. |
Thursday is the busiest day at Shirdi
Thursday is Sai Baba's day and the crowd roughly triples. Darshan queues that run 1 to 2 hours midweek can stretch past 5 hours. If your dates are flexible, a Tuesday or Wednesday trip gets you in and out far quicker. Saturdays matter too if you are adding Shani Shingnapur, since that is the Shani day.
Festival dates
Ram Navami, Guru Purnima and Vijayadashami draw very large crowds, and the roads near Kopargaon slow down badly. Our drivers run this route through all of it, so tell us your date and we will tell you honestly what the day is likely to look like. The best time to visit Shirdi guide has the full crowd calendar.
How Much Time to Allow at the Shirdi Temple Complex
This decides how long your driver waits, so it is worth thinking about before you book a round trip.
Darshan itself: 1 to 5 hours
General queue darshan at the Samadhi Mandir runs 1 to 2 hours on a quiet weekday and 4 to 5 hours on Thursdays and festival days. Mukh darshan, the quick viewing from a distance, is much faster and often takes under 30 minutes when the main queue is long.
Paid aarti and VIP darshan passes are booked through the Sai Sansthan, not through us, and they sell out well in advance for weekends. If you are holding a timed pass, tell us the slot and we work the pickup backwards from it.
The rest of the complex: 2 to 3 hours
Most visitors walk to Dwarkamai, where Baba's dhuni still burns, then Chavadi, Gurusthan and Lendi Baug. They sit within a few hundred metres of the Samadhi Mandir, so it is all on foot. Allow 2 to 3 hours to do them without rushing.
Add another hour if you want the prasadalaya meal or the Dixit Wada museum. The Shirdi Sai Baba Temple guide walks through each spot in detail.
Practical planning for a same-day round trip
A comfortable same-day trip means roughly 9 hours on the road and 5 to 6 hours in Shirdi, so plan for 14 to 15 hours door to door. If you only want darshan and nothing else, 3 to 4 hours in Shirdi is enough and you are home by early evening.
Our driver waits either way, and you do not have to decide the exact duration when you book; if 14 hours sounds long, the overnight Shirdi package splits it across two days. Check the Shirdi temple dress code guide before you leave, since phones are not allowed inside the main queue and the cloakroom adds time.
Travelling with Elderly Parents or Someone with Limited Mobility
A large share of Pune to Shirdi trips are families taking older parents for Sai Baba darshan. A few things genuinely help.
Pick an SUV over a sedan
An Innova or similar SUV sits higher, so getting in and out is far easier on stiff knees than a low sedan. Over 187 km each way, the extra legroom matters more than most people expect.
Wheelchairs at the temple
The Sai Sansthan provides wheelchairs near the main entrance, and there is a separate, much shorter queue for senior citizens and wheelchair users. Ask at the enquiry counter when you arrive.
Break the drive at Ahmednagar
Supa comes up around the 60 km mark for a quick stop, and Ahmednagar sits at 120 km with clean washrooms and proper food. On a Pune to Shirdi cab a midday departure is usually kinder than a 1 AM start for older travellers.
One note on the monsoon
There are no ghat sections on NH60, so this route stays safer in heavy rain than the Mumbai expressway. The stretch after Ahmednagar narrows to two lanes though, and overtaking in rain there is not worth it. Our drivers slow down through that section rather than push the schedule. If you are travelling June to September, build in an extra 30 minutes.
Pune to Shirdi Cab Service Vehicles, Packages and Booking
Everything you need to pick the right vehicle and get your Pune to Shirdi cab confirmed the same day.
Pune to Shirdi Cabs: Which Vehicle Suits You
Our Pune to Shirdi cabs run in three sizes. A sedan carries 4 passengers and is the cheapest way for a couple or small family to reach darshan. An SUV such as an Innova takes 6 to 7 with real luggage room, which is why most family groups book the SUV over the sedan. A 12 to 17 seater tempo traveller covers extended families and bhajan mandals travelling together. All of them are AC, and every one of our drivers has run the NH60 route many times over.
Pune to Shirdi Taxi Fare and Cab Price
The Pune to Shirdi taxi fare and the cab fare are one and the same with us. Whether you search for a taxi or a cab, you pay from ₹2,500 one way in a sedan. There is no separate taxi rate and no surge on festival weekends. The price changes only with the vehicle you pick and whether you travel one way or return the same day.
Pune to Shirdi Cab Package Options
Four package formats cover almost every pilgrimage plan: a one-way drop, a same-day round trip with waiting time at the temple, an overnight package that returns the next morning, and a Shirdi with Shani Shingnapur combination that adds 65 km. Travelling on to other temples? Our Pune to Ashtavinayak cab covers the eight Ganpati temples, described in our Ashtavinayak temples guide, and the Pune to Bhimashankar cab handles the jyotirlinga route.
How to Book a Cab from Pune to Shirdi
Send us your pickup address, travel date, departure time and vehicle preference by call, WhatsApp or the form on this page. We confirm within 2 minutes and share the driver details ahead of pickup. We pick up right across Pune and PCMC, from Hinjewadi and Wakad to Aundh, Kharadi and Hadapsar. Only a minimal advance is payable upfront, and a Pune to Shirdi car rental with us always includes the driver; you settle the fare after the trip. Our guide to booking a cab online walks through it step by step.
Cab vs Bus vs Train: Pune to Shirdi
A Pune to Shirdi cab is the practical choice for darshan trips: 4 hours door to door at ₹2,500, about ₹625 per devotee in a full sedan, and you can depart at any hour for the early aarti. Travelling as a group makes it cheaper still, as our group travel guide and tempo traveller booking guide explain.
| MODE | COST | TIME | DOOR TO DOOR | LUGGAGE | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cab (CabsPune) | ₹2,500 one way · ₹5,000 round trip all-in | ~4h | Yes | Flexible | Departs any time, so you can reach for the 4-5 AM Kakad aarti |
| MSRTC / private bus | ₹400-700 per person | 5-6h | No | Limited | Shirdi bus stand drop, short walk to the temple |
| Train to Sainagar Shirdi | ₹300-700 per person | 5-6h | No | Limited | Few direct trains; books out around weekends and festivals |
| Ola / Uber intercity | Varies, surges on festival dates | ~4h | Yes | Flexible | Return availability from Shirdi is patchy |
| Self-drive | Fuel + toll about ₹2,000 | ~4h | Yes | Flexible | NH60 route; parking near the temple is crowded |
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is what most travellers ask us before booking. Something not covered? Call or WhatsApp and we will answer straight away.
Talk to usHow much does a Pune to Shirdi cab or taxi cost?
A Pune to Shirdi cab round trip is ₹5,000 for a sedan and ₹6,000 for an SUV, all-inclusive of toll, parking and driver allowance. The rate is the same whether you call it a cab or a taxi. One-way drops start at ₹2,500 for a sedan, with toll and parking billed at actuals. A 12-17 seater tempo traveller goes up to ₹14,000. The final fare is confirmed before booking.
How far is Shirdi from Pune and how long does the journey take?
Shirdi is 187 km from Pune via NH60 through Ahmednagar, and the cab ride takes about 4 hours 20 minutes. This is the fastest, best-maintained route. Ahmednagar is the midway break point and Kopargaon sits 18 km before Shirdi. Early-morning departures (before 5 AM) often save 20-30 minutes on empty roads. Older listings sometimes call this the Poona to Shirdi route; Poona is the former name for Pune and the drive is the same 187 km.
What cab packages are available for Pune to Shirdi?
We offer four Pune to Shirdi cab packages: one-way drop from ₹2,500 (sedan), same-day round trip at ₹5,000 for a sedan or ₹6,000 for an SUV with up to 8 hours waiting, an overnight package with next-day return, and a Shirdi with Shani Shingnapur combo (65 km from Shirdi). Round-trip prices are all-inclusive, covering toll, parking and the driver allowance.
Is one-way cab available for Pune to Shirdi?
Yes, one-way drops are available from ₹2,500 for a sedan. You pay only for the single trip with no return charges. This works well when you are staying in Shirdi or travelling onward. Our cab service runs both one-way and round-trip, with verified drivers and minimal advance on either option.
When should I start from Pune for morning darshan?
Start from Pune by 1:30-2 AM to reach Shirdi for 6-7 AM morning darshan; for Kakad aarti (5:15 AM), leave by 12-1 AM. For 8-9 AM darshan, a 3:30-4 AM start works. Our drivers are available 24/7, so late-night pickups for early aarti are never a problem.
How do I book a cab from Pune to Shirdi?
Call us at +91-88620-92781, WhatsApp your travel details, or fill the booking form on this page. Share your pickup location, date, time, and vehicle preference, and we confirm your Pune to Shirdi cab within 2 minutes. Only a minimal advance is required. You pay the driver after the trip.
Are cabs available for return journey from Shirdi to Pune?
Yes, we provide Shirdi to Pune return cab service with pickup from the temple, your hotel, or the bus stand. Book a round trip where the driver waits, or a separate one-way return. For same-day darshan, a round trip at ₹5,000 all-inclusive works out cheaper. See our Shirdi to Pune cab page for details.
Can I cancel my Pune to Shirdi cab booking?
Yes. Cancel at least 2 hours before pickup and the advance is refunded in full. 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.
Which Pune areas do you pick up from for the Pune to Shirdi cab?
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.
What are the Pune to Shirdi cab charges for a one way drop?
Pune to Shirdi cab charges for a one way drop start at ₹2,500 for a sedan, ₹3,500 for an SUV and ₹6,000 for a 12-17 seater tempo traveller. That covers the driver, fuel and taxes for the full 187 km, with toll of ₹200-300 and Shirdi parking of ₹50-100 billed at actuals. Round trips are priced all-inclusive instead, at ₹5,000 for a sedan and ₹6,000 for an SUV.
Is a Pune to Shirdi taxi different from a cab, and what is the taxi fare?
There is no difference. A Pune to Shirdi taxi and a Pune to Shirdi cab are the same booking with us, and the Pune to Shirdi taxi fare is identical to the cab fare: from ₹2,500 one way, and ₹5,000 all-inclusive for a sedan round trip. Some travellers search for a taxi from Pune to Shirdi and others for a cab, so we price both the same way with no separate taxi surcharge.
What is the Pune to Shirdi cab price for an Innova?
An Innova falls in our SUV category, so the Pune to Shirdi cab price is ₹3,500 to ₹4,500 one way, and ₹6,000 all-inclusive for a round trip. It seats 6 to 7 passengers with luggage space, which makes it the usual pick for a family darshan trip. Tell us your travel date and passenger count and we confirm the exact Innova fare in 2 minutes.
Do you offer Pune to Shirdi car rental with a driver?
Yes. Every Pune to Shirdi car rental we run comes with a professional driver; we do not offer self-drive. You choose the vehicle, we handle the driving, the route and the overnight stay if your darshan runs late. Verified drivers, minimal advance, and you pay after the trip is done.
Is Ola or Uber available for Pune to Shirdi?
Ola and Uber do run intercity trips on this route, but availability is unpredictable for a 187 km outstation run and fares can surge on darshan weekends and festival dates. Our Pune to Shirdi cab is quoted at a fixed rate before you book, from ₹2,500 one way and ₹5,000 all-inclusive round trip, and that rate does not change if you leave at 2 AM for Kakad aarti. On a round trip the driver waits through your darshan and brings you back, which app bookings do not cover. Minimal advance either way.
What are your Pune to Shirdi cab service rates for a larger group?
For groups above 7, our Pune to Shirdi cab service rates start at ₹6,000 one way and ₹12,000 round trip for a 12-17 seater tempo traveller. Larger families often prefer two SUVs instead, which works out similar in cost and gives more flexibility on darshan timings. Share your group size and we quote both options.
Other Shirdi Route Options
Coming from a different location or need a return cab for your Sai Baba pilgrimage? Here are your options.
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Ready to Book Your Pune to Shirdi Pilgrimage?
Call or WhatsApp and your taxi is confirmed in 2 minutes. Only a minimal advance, and you settle up after the trip. The Sai Baba temple and its golden spire are just 4 hours 20 minutes from Pune by cab.
Pickup Across Pune & PCMC
Door-to-door pickup for your Pune to Shirdi cab is included in the fare. We collect from every Pune and PCMC locality, and these are the ones we run to most:
- Hinjewadi
- Wakad
- Baner
- Aundh
- Kharadi
- Viman Nagar
- Magarpatta
- Hadapsar
- Koregaon Park
- Pimple Saudagar
- Shivaji Nagar
- Deccan
- Kothrud
- Pimpri Chinchwad
- Kalyani Nagar
Not on the list? We still pick up. Share your exact address when you book and the driver comes to you. See all areas we cover.