Mumbai to Ellora Caves Cab
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Mumbai to Ellora Caves Cab — Quick Answer
The Mumbai to Ellora Caves cab route is approximately 400 km and takes around 7 hours via NH 60 via Nashik and Aurangabad. 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
Ellora is around 400 km from Mumbai, about 30 km north-west of Aurangabad, so the run is roughly 7 hours plus the local hop. Unlike Ajanta these caves are Buddhist, Hindu and Jain all in one place, and the showpiece is the Kailasa temple carved top-down from a single rock. People come for the sheer scale of it, the Kailasa alone is worth the trip.
NH 60 via Nashik and Aurangabad MaharashtraHistory & Significance
Ellora was built between roughly the 6th and 10th centuries CE, spanning the Kalachuri, Chalukya and Rashtrakuta periods. What sets it apart is the coexistence of Buddhist, Hindu and Jain caves on one escarpment, reflecting the religious mix of the era. The Kailasa temple was commissioned under the Rashtrakuta king Krishna I and remains an engineering feat. The whole complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cab Fare & Travel Time
Cab Fare — Mumbai to Ellora Caves
| Car Type | Seats | One-Way (15% off) | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNG Swift Dzire | 4 traveller + 1 driver | ₹9,550 Flat 15% OFF | ₹11,200 |
| CNG Ertiga | 4 traveller + 1 driver | ₹11,600 Flat 15% OFF | ₹13,600 |
| Innova | 6 traveller + 1 driver | ₹11,600 Flat 15% OFF | ₹13,600 |
| Innova Crysta | 6 traveller + 1 driver | ₹13,600 Flat 15% OFF | ₹16,000 |
| Innova Hycross | 6 traveller + 1 driver | ₹21,800 Flat 15% OFF | ₹25,600 |
Estimated for 400 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
- Same Mumbai-Aurangabad route as Ajanta, but Ellora is much closer to the city, only 30 km, so it's an easier add-on.
- Cave 16, the Kailasa temple, is the one everyone comes for, give it at least an hour on its own.
- Cars can drive fairly close to the entrance here, no long shuttle business like at Ajanta.
- Closed on Tuesdays, plan around that.
- Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga temple is right next door, many of our pilgrims pair the two.
- The site is spread out, so a half-day minimum; start by 9am to avoid the midday sun on the open rock.
Places to Visit in Ellora Caves
Kailasa Temple (Cave 16)
The largest monolithic rock-cut structure in the world, chiselled downward out of a single basalt cliff. The carving and scale leave most visitors speechless. This is the highlight, full stop.
The Buddhist Caves (1-12)
Monasteries and a multi-storey prayer hall at Cave 12 (Teen Taal). Quieter than the Kailasa and good for understanding the older phase of the site.
The Jain Caves (30-34)
A short distance from the main cluster, finely detailed and far less crowded. The Indra Sabha cave has intricate ceiling work worth the extra walk.
Grishneshwar Temple
One of the twelve Jyotirlingas, barely a kilometre from the caves. A natural stop for anyone on a temple circuit.
Daulatabad Fort (on the way)
A hilltop fort between Aurangabad and Ellora with a clever defensive layout. A good leg-stretch stop if you've got the time and energy for the climb.
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