✈ Transfer Options from Pune Airport to Bhimashankar

Bhimashankar is an ornate ancient shrine situated in the Sahyadri Hills of Maharashtra. This special building is a key pilgrimage centre as it’s one of only 12 Jyotirlinga in the entire world. In recent years, Bhimashankar has been declared a wildlife sanctuary, as it’s now home to a plethora of flora and fauna, including the rare Malabar giant squirrel.

To cover the Pune Airport to Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga distance, you can either pre-book a private transfer or take a local Puna Airport taxi. The journey time from Pune Airport to Bhimashankar Temple will be around 3 hours and 30 minutes and the cost of a local taxi will be €35 (INR 3,000) on average.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€35	210min	24/7

How to cover the Pune Airport to Bhimashankar distance by taxi

A quick and effortless way to get from Pune Airport to Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga is to take a taxi. The total journey time in a local taxi or private transfer will be around 3 hours and 30 minutes.

How much is a taxi from Pune Airport to Bhimashankar Temple?

The average cost of a local taxi to cover the 110-km Pune Airport to Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga distance is €35 (INR 3,000). However, as this isn’t an officially set fare, the local drivers may change this rate at any time.

For a set fare you can rely on, we recommend booking in advance with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups instead.

Cost

€35 (INR 3,000)

Trip Duration

3 Hr. 30 Min.

*Prices are subject to change unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Pune Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Pune Airport?

You will find the Pune Airport to Bhimashankar taxis located just outside of the main terminal exit doors, 24 hours a day.

Convenience

Trying to rent a car in India can be a stressful and expensive endeavour. There are countless forms to fill in and there are always hidden extra fees. To avoid these issues, we suggest taking an air-conditioned, private and stress-free airport taxi instead. The door-to-door journey by taxi will take just 3 hours and 30 minutes and you won’t have to deal with unnecessary paperwork.

Editor’s Note

There are pre-paid taxis inside the terminal which you can book for longer journeys. These taxis are usually more expensive, but because of the long Pune Airport to Bhimashankar distance, they may work out more affordable.

Useful Tips

You will need to bring cash in the local currency to pay your driver.

Standard Pune Airport taxis can take up to 4 passengers.

Tipping your driver around 10% for long journeys, such as covering the Pune Airport to Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga distance, is encouraged.

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20 minute gap between transfers
Regular Car Sanitisation
Contactless ride
Sanitiser in every car

How can I get from Pune Airport to the Bhimashankar Temple? 

Unless you’re looking to rent your own car and drive, the only way to get from Pune Airport to the Bhimashankar Temple is to take a local taxi from the cab rank or pre-book a private personalised transfer. The journey time will be around 3 hours and 30 minutes.

What is the Pune Airport to Bhimashankar distance?

The Pune Airport to Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga distance is around 110 km. A car drive there will take approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Pune Airport to Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga?

The average cost of a local taxi from Pune Airport to Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga will be €35 (INR 3,000). However, as this isn’t an official fare, it is subject to change. For a fixed fare you can rely on, we highly recommend pre-booking your airport transfer with Welcome Pickups.

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