Pune to Panch Jyotirlinga Tour by Taxi — Fares & Cars

The five Maharashtra Jyotirlingas are spread across the state, from the Sahyadri forests to Marathwada. There is no train that connects them and no bus route that does it sensibly. Which is why almost everyone who completes this circuit does it by road — and the question is not whether to take a taxi, but which one.

Why a Private Taxi for This Circuit

Bhimashankar, Trimbakeshwar, Grishneshwar, Aundha Nagnath and Parli Vaijnath sit roughly 1,600 km apart across a round trip. A private cab is not a luxury on this route, it is the practical option:

• Temple gates, not bus stands — the last kilometre to several of these temples has no public transport at all
• Morning darshan — you leave when you choose, which is the difference between a 20-minute queue and a two-hour one
• Halts on your terms — meals, rest, and unscheduled stops for elderly travellers
• Luggage stays in the car — no hauling bags between temples
• One driver, five days — someone who learns your pace instead of a new stranger each leg
• Aundha Nagnath and Parli — realistically unreachable on a schedule without your own vehicle

Taxi Fare for the Panch Jyotirlinga Tour

The fare is built on distance and days, not a fixed package price, so you are never paying for someone else's itinerary:

• Per-kilometre rate by car type, applied to the actual route
• Daily minimum kilometres — the standard outstation structure
• Driver allowance per day, for meals and stay
• Toll, parking and state permits at actual cost

Fuel is included in the per-km rate. Hotels, temple charges and meals are not. The complete quote is given before you book, and it does not change afterwards.

Which Car to Take

Over five days the vehicle matters more than on any single trip. Rough guide:

• Four passengers, light luggage — Swift Dzire is the economical choice, though five days in a sedan is a long time
• Five to six passengers — Ertiga or Rumion, the value pick
• Six with elderly travellers — Innova Crysta. Over 1,600 km the extra cost per person is small and the difference is not.
• Seven or more — tempo traveller, cheapest per head
• Group wanting comfort — Force Urbania

Our honest advice: on a five-day circuit, book one size up from what you think you need.

Taxi Versus Bus or Train

State transport reaches Trimbakeshwar and Aurangabad reliably. It does not connect the five temples in any usable sequence, and the eastern pair are poorly served. Trains reach Nashik, Aurangabad and Parli, but you would still need road transport at every end, and you would be tied to timetables that rarely match darshan hours.

For a couple travelling light and unhurried over a week or more, public transport is workable. For a family, for anyone with a fixed number of days, or for anyone travelling with elderly parents, a private cab is both faster and — once you count the connecting autos and local taxis — often not much more expensive.

Itinerary and Temple Details

The full five-day route, temple-by-temple details and practical notes are on our Panch Jyotirlinga tour, 4 nights 5 days page. If you have only three days, see the 3 Jyotirlinga tour package.

Individual Temple Routes

Visiting just one? Pune to Bhimashankar, Pune to Trimbakeshwar, Pune to Grishneshwar.

Book Your Taxi

Call +91-8466847272 for a quote. Tell us your headcount and dates and we will give you the fare for two or three suitable cars so you can compare properly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Panch Jyotirlinga tour by taxi cost from Pune?

It depends on the car and the days. The fare combines a per-km rate against a daily minimum, plus driver allowance, with toll and permits at actual cost. Fuel is included. You get the full quote before booking.

Is a taxi better than bus or train for this circuit?

For most travellers, yes. No train connects the five temples, and the eastern pair are poorly served by bus. A taxi also gets you to temples in the morning, when queues are shortest.

Is fuel included in the taxi fare?

Yes, fuel is part of the per-kilometre rate. Toll, parking and state permits are added at actual cost and shown separately.

Which car should I book for five days?

An Ertiga or Rumion for five to six people, an Innova Crysta if elderly travellers are with you, and a tempo traveller for seven or more. Over 1,600 km, one size up is usually worth it.

Does the same driver stay for the whole tour?

Yes. One car and one driver for the full circuit, which matters when someone is learning your pace over five days.

Are hotels included in the taxi fare?

No. We handle the vehicle, driver, fuel, tolls and permits. Hotels, meals and temple charges are yours to arrange.

Can I customise the route?

Yes, it is a private taxi. Add Ellora, extend a halt, or reorder days around a puja booking. Tell us at booking so the driving days stay reasonable.

How far in advance should I book?

Two to three weeks for Shravan and Mahashivratri. A week is usually enough otherwise.