Panchgani to Mumbai Taxi Service

Complete Route Guide

Panchgani to Mumbai: Route Map & Details

Everything you need to know about your 250 km journey from the hills back to the city

Route Overview

The journey from Panchgani to Mumbai takes you from the serene hill station through the winding ghat roads, past Wai, Satara, onto the high-speed Mumbai-Pune Expressway via Lonavala, and finally into Mumbai. A perfect transition from hill station serenity back to city life.

250 km

Total Distance

5.5 hrs

Avg Travel Time

35 km

Ghat Section

₹ 500

Toll Charges

Journey Segments

Panchgani → Wai

Wai → Shirwal

Shirwal → Pune Bypass

Pune Bypass → Lonavala

Lonavala → Mumbai

Panchgani to Wai (10 km | 20 min)

Start: Panchgani Hotel / Table Land
End: Wai
Road: Descending ghat road
Scenic: Dhom Dam & valley views

Wai to Shirwal (35 km | 45 min)

Start: Wai
End: Shirwal
Road: State Highway / NH48
Food Stops: Highway restaurants

Shirwal to Pune Bypass (60 km | 1.5 hr)

Start: Shirwal
End: Pune Bypass / Katraj
Road: NH48 Highway
Toll: Khed Shivapur

Pune Bypass to Lonavala (65 km | 1 hr)

Start: Pune Bypass
End: Lonavala / Khandala
Road: Mumbai–Pune Expressway
Toll: Khalapur Toll

Lonavala to Mumbai (85 km | 1.5–2 hr)

Start: Lonavala Exit
End: Any Mumbai Location
Road: Expressway till Mumbai
Entry: Vashi, Andheri, Dadar, Thane

Panchgani to Mumbai Route Gallery

Panchgani

Parsi Point valley views

Wai

Krishna River & temple ghats

Shirwal

NH48 highway stretch

Mumbai–Pune Expressway

Tunnels & smooth drive

Lonavala

Bhushi Dam & monsoon greenery

Mumbai

Marine Drive – destination city

Route-Specific Travel Tips (Panchgani Departure)

Best Departure Time

Leave Panchgani by 7:00-8:00 AM to enjoy ghat views and reach Mumbai before evening rush (5:00-7:00 PM).

Ideal Vehicle

SUV or Ertiga recommended for family comfort; Tempo Traveller for large groups returning together.

Best Food Stops

Mapro Garden (Panchgani), Hotel Saisagar (Satara), Expressway food courts (Lonavala)

Monsoon Caution

Ghat sections from Panchgani to Wai can have fog/landslides; drive slow, keep extra time.

Photo Stops

Dhom Dam viewpoint, Kaas Plateau (seasonal), Expressway valley views.

Emergency

Panchgani booking: +91 74989 32101 | Mumbai support: +91 77759 73715

Toll Plaza Details

• Khed Shivapur: ₹70

• Khalapur: ₹270

• Mumbai Entry: ₹100-150

Total approx ₹500

Altitude Descent

• Panchgani: 1,293m

• Mumbai: Sea level

Descent: 1,293m

Have Questions?

Panchgani to Mumbai Travel FAQs

Get answers to common questions about traveling from Panchgani to Mumbai

Where in Panchgani do you provide pickup?

We provide pickup from all locations in Panchgani:

Hotels & Resorts: Ravine Hotel, Dreamland, Mapro Garden, Fountain Hotel, Mount View, etc.
Table Land area: Main entrance, surrounding hotels
Panchgani Market: Any location near the market
Residential areas: Private homes, homestays, villas
Mapro Garden: Direct pickup after strawberry shopping
Nearby areas: Parsi Point, Sydney Point, Dhom Dam

Please provide your exact hotel/resort name during booking for smooth pickup.

What is the best time to leave Panchgani for Mumbai?

Recommended departure times:

Early Morning (6:00-7:30 AM): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best option - beautiful sunrise views, fresh ghat air, reach Mumbai by 12:30-2:00 PM
Late Morning (8:00-9:30 AM): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good option, reach Mumbai by 2:30-4:00 PM
Afternoon (12:00-1:30 PM): ⭐⭐ - Avoids morning rush, but may hit Pune traffic
Evening (4:00-6:00 PM): ⭐ - Avoid if possible, ghat driving at night, reach Mumbai late evening
Night (8:00 PM onward): ⭐⭐ - Light traffic but dark ghat roads, limited views

For Sunday returns, we strongly recommend early morning departure to avoid weekend rush on expressway.

Where in Mumbai can you drop me?

We provide drop service to all major locations in Mumbai Metropolitan Region:

Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM) - T1 & T2
Railway Stations: CSMT, Dadar, Bandra, Lokmanya Tilak, Andheri, Borivali
South Mumbai: Colaba, Nariman Point, Fort, Marine Lines
Western Suburbs: Bandra, Khar, Santa Cruz, Andheri, Juhu, Versova, Borivali, Dahisar
Central/Eastern Suburbs: Kurla, Ghatkopar, Chembur, Mulund, Bhandup
Navi Mumbai: Vashi, Nerul, Seawoods, Belapur, Kharghar, Panvel
Thane & Beyond: Thane city, Kalyan, Dombivali, Ulhasnagar, Badlapur

No extra charge for drop within Mumbai city limits.

Can I visit Mapro Garden before starting the journey?

Absolutely! Mapro Garden is a must-visit before leaving Panchgani.

Location: On Panchgani-Wai road, just 5 min from Panchgani market
Timing: Open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
What to buy: Strawberry crush, jams, sauces, fresh strawberries (seasonal)
Food: Try their strawberry sandwiches, crepes, and fresh juices
Garden: Beautiful flower gardens perfect for photos

We can include a 30-45 min stop at Mapro Garden during your Panchgani to Mumbai journey. Please mention this during booking.

What are the best food/break stops on the way to Mumbai?

Most recommended stops from Panchgani to Mumbai:

1. Mapro Garden (10 km from Panchgani): Strawberry products, fresh juices, sandwiches. Perfect for breakfast/snack.
2. Satara (35 km from Panchgani): Hotel Saisagar, Hotel Mayur - famous for Maharashtrian thali, misal pav. Ideal for lunch.
3. Pune Bypass (145 km from Panchgani): Kamat, Hotel Sanjivani - good for refreshments.
4. Lonavala (210 km from Panchgani): Expressway food courts - McDonald's, Starbucks, local chikki shops. Great for coffee break.

We recommend stopping at Mapro Garden for breakfast and Satara for lunch.

Do you offer round-trip packages from Panchgani to Mumbai?

Yes! Our round-trip packages from Panchgani are designed for returning travelers:

Weekend Return Package: Mumbai → Panchgani (Fri) → Return to Mumbai (Sun) - seamless two-way service
Extended Stay Package: Includes return journey after your stay
Family Group Package: SUV or Tempo Traveller for families returning together
Corporate Group Return: For companies returning from Panchgani retreats

Cost savings: Round-trip packages start at approximately 1.7x the one-way fare, saving you 15-20% compared to two separate one-way bookings.

Book your return journey in advance to ensure vehicle availability!

Choose Your Perfect Cab

Swift Dzire Popular

Maruti Ertiga Family Choice

Tempo Traveller Group