85 km · 1.5 – 2.5 hours
Mumbai to Lonavala Cab
85 km · ~2 hours via Mumbai–Pune Expressway
Mumbai to Lonavala is Mumbai's classic weekend hill-station run. 85 km of expressway driving gets you to 620-metre elevation, monsoon-green Sahyadri hills, and the chikki-belt and waterfall ecosystem Mumbai retreats to every Saturday. A day-trip is feasible; 1-night is better.
Route description
Pickup at any Mumbai hotel or residence, enter the Mumbai-Pune Expressway at Kalamboli, exit at the Khandala-Lonavala ramp. The town itself is compact; most hotels and viewpoints are within a 10 km radius. Khandala and Lonavala are twin stations — Khandala is slightly higher and quieter.
Stops and attractions en route
- Khalapur Food Plaza(60 km from Mumbai)
Standard breakfast halt.
- Lonavala (chikki street / Tiger Point)(85 km from Mumbai)
Destination — hotel drop or viewpoint stop.
How Outstation Pricing Works
- •Per-KM rate — varies by vehicle type and city of pickup
- •Minimum 300 KMs per calendar day
- •Driver allowance charged per day
- •Night halt allowance — if vehicle retained overnight
- •Toll, parking, and interstate taxes — at actuals
- •GST at 5% on invoice
All outstation trips are round-trip by default — billed garage to garage. Even if you drop one side only, return kilometers are included in the calculation. One-way drop service is available from select cities at different rates.
Worked example: A 2-day trip covering 85 km one side (170 km round trip) is billed as the higher of actual kilometers or 600 KMs (2 days × 300 KM minimum), plus 2 days of driver allowance, plus tolls/parking at actuals, plus 5% GST. Contact us for a specific quote.
Trip Summary
- Distance (one side): 85 km
- Round trip distance: ~170 km
- Estimated driving time: 1.5 – 2.5 hours
- Highway: Mumbai–Pune Expressway via Khalapur
- Stops en route: Khalapur Food Plaza, Lonavala (chikki street / Tiger Point)
Vehicle Options for This Route
- Sedan (Dzire / Etios)4 passengers + 2 bagsEconomical choice for 2-3 travellers
- Premium Sedan (Honda City / Ciaz)4 passengers + 2 bagsFor executives preferring a quieter cabin
- SUV (Innova Crysta / Ertiga)6 passengers + 3 bagsFamily and small groups; preferred for long highway drives
- Tempo Traveller12 passengers + luggageGroup travel — recommend for 7+ passengers
Final vehicle assignment and rate is confirmed once you share travel dates and pickup city.
Get Your Exact Quote
Share your dates and vehicle preference — we respond within an hour with a written, itemised quote for Mumbai to Lonavala.
One-Way Drop Also Available
Need a Mumbai to Lonavala drop only? We offer one-way drop service from Mumbai — pay only for one side, no return charges.
- •Point-to-point drop — no return kilometers charged
- •Available in Dzire (sedan) and Ertiga (SUV) only
- •24–48 hour advance notice recommended
- •Different rates to round-trip outstation — ask for a quote
Frequently asked questions
Is a day-trip Mumbai-Lonavala-Mumbai feasible?
Yes — pickup 07:00, 09:30 Lonavala, 4 hours of sightseeing (Tiger Point, Bhushi Dam, chikki market, Karla caves), return by 17:00 before the evening rush. 12 hours total. We recommend an SUV for group comfort.
When are the monsoon waterfalls worth it?
Late June through early September. Bhushi Dam is the iconic selfie spot but gets crowded; Tiger Point and Lion's Point offer better cliff-edge views. Road visibility in heavy rain is poor — departures before 09:00 avoid the worst of the ghat fog.
Can we combine with Khandala and Karla caves?
Yes — all three sit within 15 km of each other. Karla Buddhist caves (2nd century BCE) are a 30-minute climb and one of western India's oldest rock-cut monasteries. Worth it for the cultural contrast with the chikki-stop tourism of Lonavala proper.
How is the outstation fare calculated?
Outstation trips are billed per kilometer with a minimum of 300 KMs per calendar day. The per-km rate depends on your vehicle type and city of pickup. Driver allowance is charged per day. Toll, parking, interstate taxes, and GST at 5% are added at actuals. Contact us for an exact quote for your dates.
Is this a one-way or round-trip rate?
All outstation bookings are round-trip — billed garage to garage. Even for a one-side drop, return kilometers are included. We do offer one-way drop service from select cities at different rates — ask us for availability.
What is included in the fare?
The base fare covers vehicle hire (per-km rate × total kilometers) and driver allowance. Toll charges, parking fees, interstate permit taxes, and GST at 5% are charged at actuals and itemized on your invoice.
How are days counted?
Calendar days — Day 1 starts when the vehicle departs from our garage. Each calendar day carries a minimum of 300 KMs. For example, a 3-day trip has a minimum billing of 900 KMs regardless of actual distance covered.
What is driver allowance and night halt?
Driver allowance is a daily charge covering the driver's meals and incidentals during outstation duty. Night halt is an additional charge when the vehicle is retained overnight. Both vary by city — contact us for specifics.
What vehicles are available for outstation?
We offer sedans (Swift Dzire, Toyota Etios), SUVs (Innova, Ertiga), premium sedans (Honda City, Ciaz), tempo travellers, and buses. Availability varies by city.