Mumbai to Bhimashankar Cab
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Mumbai to Bhimashankar Cab — Quick Answer
The Mumbai to Bhimashankar cab route is approximately 127 km and takes around 3-4 hours via Mumbai Airport → Mumbai-Pune Expressway → Karjat → Bhimashankar. One-way fares start from ₹14/km (Swift Dzire CNG); Ertiga, Innova and Innova Crysta are also available for families and groups. Miles Tours and Travels provides 24/7 doorstep pickup from anywhere in Mumbai, transparent fixed fares with no hidden charges, and a flat 15% off on one-way trips. Booking takes about 30 seconds online or by calling +91 88790 99744.
Overview
Bhimashankar is about 127 km from Mumbai, roughly 3 to 4 hours through the Sahyadris, and it's primarily a pilgrimage trip to one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. People also come for the wildlife sanctuary and the monsoon greenery around it. We drive a steady stream of devotees here, often early-morning runs for darshan, plus weekend nature visitors.
Mumbai Airport → Mumbai-Pune Expressway → Karjat → Bhimashankar MaharashtraHistory & Significance
Bhimashankar is revered as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the most sacred shrines of Shiva, and is tied in legend to the slaying of the demon Tripurasura. The present temple shows a mix of older and 18th-century Nagara-style construction, with later additions associated with Maratha-era patrons. The surrounding hills are also the source of the Bhima river, an important river of the Deccan, and the forest around the shrine is now protected as a wildlife sanctuary.
Cab Fare & Travel Time
Cab Fare — Mumbai to Bhimashankar
| Car Type | Seats | One-Way (15% off) | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNG Swift Dzire | 4 traveller + 1 driver | ₹3,600 Flat 15% OFF | ₹4,200 |
| CNG Ertiga | 4 traveller + 1 driver | ₹4,350 Flat 15% OFF | ₹5,100 |
| Innova | 6 traveller + 1 driver | ₹4,350 Flat 15% OFF | ₹5,100 |
| Innova Crysta | 6 traveller + 1 driver | ₹5,100 Flat 15% OFF | ₹6,000 |
| Innova Hycross | 6 traveller + 1 driver | ₹8,200 Flat 15% OFF | ₹9,600 |
Estimated for 127 km. Toll, parking & driver allowance extra. Call for exact quote.
Additional Charges (Indicative)
⚠️ Toll & permit figures are indicative. Actual charges depend on route, vehicle type, and government rates at time of travel. Paid directly at toll plazas / checkposts.
Route Highlights
- The route runs through Karjat or the Chakan-Rajgurunagar side depending on conditions, then a Ghat climb to the temple. The final stretch is narrow and winding.
- Last few kilometres up to the temple are a tight, steep Ghat road. Our drivers know it but take it slow, especially in the wet.
- It's both a temple and a forest, the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary surrounds the shrine and is known for the rare Giant Squirrel.
- Monsoon makes it lush and misty but the Ghat road gets genuinely slippery and visibility drops. We factor that in.
- Devotees usually want an early start for morning darshan before the queues build. We schedule pickups accordingly.
- There's a fair bit of walking and steps down to the temple itself from the parking, so wear sensible footwear.
Places to Visit in Bhimashankar
Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple
The main draw, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Shiva, in an old Nagara-style structure reached by a flight of steps down from the road. Queues can be long on weekends and festival days, so go early.
Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
The forest around the temple, protected and known for the Indian Giant Squirrel, the state animal of Maharashtra. Good for a quiet nature walk, though sightings need patience and a quiet approach.
Gupt Bhimashankar
A spot a short trek from the main temple said to be the original source of the Bhima river, set in the forest. It's a walk through greenery rather than a built sight, peaceful and less crowded.
Hanuman Lake
A small forest lake near the temple area, a calm stop for a short break. Nothing elaborate, but a pleasant pause in the greenery, especially after the monsoon.
Nagphani (Cobra Hood) point
A viewpoint reached by a trek for those keen on the hike, named for its cobra-hood shaped rock, with wide views over the Konkan. A proper trek, only for those equipped for it.
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