Pune to Lonavala Cab
Misty hill station on the Mumbai-Pune ghats
Overview
The closest weekend escape from Pune — waterfalls, lakes, viewpoints and the famous chikki.
History
Developed by Lord Elphinstone in 1871 as a hill retreat for British officers.
Top attractions
Cliff-edge viewpoint over a deep valley.
Step-style dam — water flows over steps in monsoon.
Ancient Buddhist rock-cut chaityas (2nd century BC).
Quiet lake for evening strolls.
Sweeping panorama of dams and ghats.
Suggested itinerary
- 1Early drive to Lonavala
- 2Bushi Dam & Tiger Point
- 3Lunch
- 4Karla & Bhaja Caves
- 5Return to Pune
Food to try
FAQs
How far is Lonavala from Pune?
Lonavala is approximately 65 km from Pune and takes around 1.5 hrs by road.
What is the best vehicle for a Pune to Lonavala 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 Lonavala?
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.
Nearby destinations
Khandala
Twin hill station to Lonavala
Lavasa
Italian-style hill city near Pune
Matheran
Asia's only car-free hill station
Bhimashankar
Sahyadri Jyotirlinga in a wildlife sanctuary
Travel guides
- 20 Best Places to Visit Near Pune (200 km Radius)From Lonavala to Mahabaleshwar, Tarkarli to Shirdi — the most beautiful weekend escapes within easy driving distance of Pune.
- Top 10 Weekend Trips from PunePlan a Saturday-Sunday escape from Pune with our hand-picked weekend trip ideas, distances and cab fare estimates.
- Best Hill Stations in Maharashtra (Ranked)Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala, Matheran, Bhandardara, Panchgani, Igatpuri — Maharashtra's most loved hill stations.