The total distance between Lonavala and Panchgani is just 161 kms via NH 48. Unfortunately, no direct trains or buses ply on the route. The easiest go to option is to hire a private cab or taxi, or to drive down on your own. Another option is to take an interconnecting bus or an interconnecting train. Alternatively, you can also drive down on your own and enjoy a small road trip with great views and pleasant atmosphere. We have compiled an elaborate account of travel mediums from Lonavala to Panchgani. Read on to find out more.
Lonavala and Panchgani are just a very short distance apart and the best way to travel is in a car. You can hire a private taxi or a cab for ease of convenience. Or you can drive down on your own. The roads are pleasant, lush green, and are blessed with gorgeous scenic views. The total distance can be covered in around 3 to 4 hours. And the cab fares begin from INR 3500 and go up depending on the timings and the type of vehicle you choose to travel in.
2. Lonavala to Panchgani in Bus
There are no direct buses available from Lonavala to Panchgani. However, you can take a bus from Lonavala to Pune and then from Pune to Panchgani. The total distance between Lonavala and Pune is 64 kms that can be covered in 1 to 2 hours. Once you are in Pune, you can take another bus to Panchgani. The total distance between Pune and Panchgani is 98 kms which can be covered in around 3 hours. Have a look at the details.
Lonavala > Pune
Boarding Points: Lonavala Exit Point Deboarding Points: Wakad, Chandni Chowk, Aundh, Katraj Bypass, Yerwada, Lonavala Starting Ticket Fares: INR 238 Approx. Time Taken: 1 hour to 2 hours
Pune > Panchgani
Boarding Points: Pune Bus Stand Deboarding Points: Panchgani Starting Ticket Fares: INR 140 Approx. Time Taken: 3 hours to 4 hours
3. Lonavala to Panchgani in Train
Again, there are no direct trains available between Lonavala and Panchgani. So you will have to take a train from Lonavala to Satara and then take a cab from Satara to Panchgani.
Lonavala > Satara
A number of trains run between Lonavala and Satara on a daily basis. Some of these are Sharavathi Express, Mahalaxmi Exp, JU SBC Exp, Koyna Exp, LTT Hubballi Exp, Sahyadri Exp, Puducherry Exp, Tirunelveli Exp and more. The starting ticket fares for the same are INR 165 and the time take is around 4 to 5 hours.
Satara > Panchgani
The distance between Satara and Panchgani is just 48 kms and that can be undertaken in a cab. The journey will take around 1 hour and the cab fares will range somewhere between INR 500 to INR 700.