How far is Pune from Mumbai?

[Aks]

I have joined the forum to find out how far is Pune from Mumbai? I would like to know the road distance and not the aerial distance.

I am considering taking a bus from Mumbai to Pune, and that is if the distance between these two places is reasonable.
Would getting a train from Mumbai to Pune be a better option?

 

[briannagodess]

Hi, @Aks! Welcome to the forum!

The distance between Pune and Mumbai is about 148 kilometres. Driving this distance can take around 3 hours or less, depending on the traffic encountered during that day. Here are your transportation options from Mumbai to Pune:

1. By MSRTC Bus - The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation has several buses plying from Mumbai to Pune. These buses depart from the Mumbai Central Depot which is at Jehangir Boman Behram Road. Here are their timings:

• MSRTC Ordinary Buses - Ordinary buses have these timings: 00:15, 5:00, 5:15, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, 7:45, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 14:00 and 15:15.

• MSRTC AC Shivneri Buses - AC Shivneri buses have these timings: 5:15, 5:30, 5:45, 6:01, 6:15, 6:30, 6:31, 6:45, 7:00, 7:01, 7:15, 7:30, 7:31, 7:45, 8:00, 8:01, 8:15, 8:30, 8:31, 8:45, 9:00, 9:01, 9:31, 9:45, 10:00, 10:01, 10:30, 10:31, 10:45, 11:00, 11:01, 11:30, 11:31, 12:00, 12:01, 12:30, 12:45, 13:01, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:01, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:01, 15:15, 15:30, 15:31, 15:45, 16:00, 16:01, 16:15, 16:30, 16:31, 16:45, 17:00, 17:01, 17:15, 17:30, 17:31, 17:45, 18:00, 18:01, 18:15, 18:30, 18:31, 18:45, 19:00, 19:01, 19:15, 19:30, 19:31, 19:45, 20:00, 20:01, 20:15, 20:30, 20:31, 20:45, 21:01, 21:30 and 22:30.

• MSRTC Semi Luxury Buses - Semi luxury buses have these timings: 00:30, 2:00, 5:15, 5:45, 6:00, 6:15, 6:46, 7:00, 7:15, 7:45, 8:00, 8:15, 8:45, 9:00, 9:15, 9:45, 10:00, 10:01, 10:15, 10:30, 10:40, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:20, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:45, 13:10, 13:15, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15, 15:45, 16:00, 16:15, 16:45, 17:00, 17:15, 17:45, 18:00, 18:15, 18:45, 19:00, 19:15, 19:45, 20:15, 21:01, 21:15, 21:45, 22:00, 22:15, 23:00, 23:15 and 23:30.

2. By Private Bus - There are also many private buses plying this route. Here are some of private bus operators:

• Kesineni Travels (Volvo Multi Axle Semi Sleeper Bus) - They have many buses which depart from Mumbai with these timings: 3:00 pm, 4:15 pm, 5:15 pm and 9:20 pm. These buses arrive in Pune at 6:40 pm, 8:10 pm, 9:20 pm and 11:20 pm. Fare is at Rs. 300 per passenger.

• National Travels (Scania Multi Axle AC Sleeper Bus) - They have many buses which depart from Mumbai with these timings: 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm and 5:00 pm. These buses arrive in Pune at 7:35 pm, 8:00 pm and 9:35 pm. Fare is at Rs. 400 per passenger.

• Orange Tours and Travels (Volvo AC Multi Axle Semi Sleeper Bus) - This bus departs from Mumbai at 7:00 pm and arrives in Pune at 10:15 pm. Fare is at Rs. 300 per passenger.

• Purple Metrolink (Volvo AC Seater Bus) - They have many buses which depart from Mumbai with these timings: 5:30 am, 6:00 am, 6:30 am and 7:00 am. These buses then arrive in Pune at 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am and 11:00 am. Fare is at Rs. 400 per passenger.

These buses have different pick-up points in Mumbai like Borivali, Andheri, Vile Parle and Santa Cruz. Journey duration depends but it's around 4 to 5 hours.

3. By Train - There are many trains from Mumbai to Pune. Here are some timings:

• Mumbai Pune Indrayani Express Train No. 11043 - This train departs daily from Mumbai at 5:40 and arrives in Pune at 9:08.

• Intercity Express Train No. 12127 - This train departs daily from Mumbai at 6:40 and arrives in Pune at 9:57.

• Lokmanya Tilak Visakhapatnam Express Train No. 18520 - This train departs daily from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus at 6:55 and arrives in Pune at 10:15.

• Deccan Express Train No. 11007 - This train departs daily from Mumbai at 7:00 and arrives in Pune at 11:05.

• Udyan Express Train No. 11301 - This train departs daily from Mumbai at 8:05 and arrives in Pune at 11:40.

• Koyna Express Train No. 11029 - This train departs daily from Mumbai at 8:40 and arrives in Pune at 12:40.

• Mumbai Chennai Express Train No. 11041 - This train departs daily from Mumbai at 14:00 and arrives in Pune at 18:00.

• Sinhagad Express Train No. 11009 - This train departs daily from Mumbai at 14:30 and arrives in Pune at 18:40.

Journey duration is around 3 to 5 hours.

Both bus and train are good options. The journey duration is not that long so you can choose either one of them. The higher classes of seat in the train can be very comfortable. The same goes for more expensive buses, they're more comfortable. So it's really up to you. Perhaps the downside of riding a bus is the traffic that you'll encounter. But if you leave early, you won't have to deal with that.

I hope this helps!

 

[Deven]

The road distance between Mumbai and Pune, two major cities in the state of Maharashtra, is approximately 150-160 kilometers, depending on your exact starting and ending points within these cities. The journey typically takes around 3 to 4 hours by road, but travel times may vary due to traffic conditions.

For traveling between Mumbai and Pune, you have both bus and train options:

1. Bus:

• Taking a bus from Mumbai to Pune is a common and convenient mode of transportation. Numerous private and public bus operators offer regular bus services between the two cities. The bus journey allows you to enjoy the scenic route through the Western Ghats.

2. Train:

• Traveling by train is another option. The Mumbai-Pune railway route is well-connected, and you can choose from a range of trains, including express and passenger trains. The train journey offers beautiful views as the route passes through picturesque landscapes.

Whether to take a bus or a train depends on your personal preferences, schedule, and the level of comfort you seek. Both options are viable, and you can select the one that best suits your travel plans.

Please note that bus and train schedules, as well as ticket prices, may change, so it's a good idea to check the latest information when planning your journey.