Ajanta
Maharashtra

Pune to Ajanta Cab

Ancient Buddhist cave paintings (UNESCO)

340 km from Pune6.5 hrsOct-Mar (closed Mon)

Overview

30 caves with frescoes and sculpture from 2nd century BC — the finest Buddhist art in India.

History

Cut into a horseshoe cliff above the Waghora river; rediscovered by a British hunting party in 1819.

Top attractions

Cave 1

Bodhisattva Padmapani painting.

30 min0 km from centre
Cave 17

Most-painted cave with Jataka tales.

30 min0 km from centre
Cave 26

Massive reclining Buddha & stupa.

30 min0 km from centre
Viewpoint

Famous horseshoe-cliff view from the British rediscovery point.

45 min1 km from centre

Suggested itinerary

  1. 1Drive to Ajanta
  2. 2Cave 1 paintings
  3. 3Cave 26 reclining Buddha
  4. 4Lunch
  5. 5Drive back to Aurangabad
  6. 6Overnight
Family
Couple
Road trip

Food to try

Aurangabadi cuisine

FAQs

How far is Ajanta from Pune?

Ajanta is approximately 340 km from Pune and takes around 6.5 hrs by road.

What is the best vehicle for a Pune to Ajanta trip?

Swift Dzire is ideal for couples, Ertiga or Innova for families, Innova Crysta for premium comfort, and Tempo Traveller for groups of 8–12.

Do you offer one-way and round-trip cabs to Ajanta?

Yes — we offer both one-way drop service and round-trip packages with waiting and sightseeing included.

Are toll, parking and driver charges included?

Base fare and per-km charges are included. Toll, parking and state permits are billed on actuals; driver allowance is ₹400/day.

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