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Pune Ajanta Ellora

Complete route information, distance, and booking options.

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Distance
250 KM
Duration
6 Hours via NH60
Best Time
October to March

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Train

PRICE₹500
TIME7 Hours
Bus

PRICE₹400
TIME6.5 Hours

🚆 Train Schedule

No.Train NameDepartureArrivalDays
11029Kushinagar ExpressMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
12117Deccan ExpressDaily
11005Nandigram ExpressDaily

Stays in Ajanta Ellora

Best budget & couple friendly options
Hotel Aurangabad Regency

Bibi Ka Maqbara Road, Ajanta Ellora Circuit

Ajanta: 98km | Ellora: 32km | Stn: 4.5km
₹1900 /night
Hotel Preetam

Near Kranti Chowk, Ajanta Ellora Route

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 2.5km
₹1800 /night
The Fern Residency

Jalgaon Road, Ajanta Caves Highway

Ajanta: 90km | Ellora: 35km | Stn: 5km
₹4200 /night
Hotel Pariwar

Station Road, Near Ajanta Ellora Buses

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.2km
₹1100 /night
Hotel Sahyadri

Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Gateway

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.5km
₹900 /night
Hotel Silver Inn

Railway Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Hub

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.8km
₹1200 /night
Hotel Amarpreet

Jalna Road, Ajanta Ellora Link Road

Ajanta: 97km | Ellora: 31km | Stn: 3km
₹3800 /night
Vivanta Aurangabad

CIDCO, Near Ajanta Ellora Route, Aurangabad

Ajanta: 98km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 4km
₹7500 /night
Hotel Raviraj

Adalat Road, Ajanta Ellora Highway

Ajanta: 101km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 2km
₹2100 /night
Hotel Great Sagar

Jubilee Park, Ajanta Ellora Circuit

Ajanta: 100km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 3.5km
₹1500 /night
Hotel Deepali

Kranti Chowk, Ajanta Ellora Link

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 2.5km
₹1600 /night
The Sky Court

Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Tourist Hub

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.4km
₹3100 /night
Hotel Manor

Kranti Chowk, Ajanta Ellora Junction

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 2km
₹2500 /night
Zostel Aurangabad

Adalat Road, Near Ajanta Ellora Bus Point

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 1.5km
₹1200 /night
Hotel Pearls

Near Bus Stand, Ajanta Ellora Route

Ajanta: 101km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 1.5km
₹1400 /night
MTDC Holiday Resort

Station Road, Aurangabad (Ajanta Ellora Base)

Ajanta: 101km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 1km
₹1800 /night
Hotel Shree Maya

Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Base

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.3km
₹1000 /night
Hotel Kailas Ellora

Opp. Ellora Caves Entrance, Ellora

Ajanta: 100km | Ellora: 0.5km | Stn: 28km
₹3500 /night
7 Apple Hotel

CIDCO, Ajanta Ellora Caves Route

Ajanta: 94km | Ellora: 33km | Stn: 6km
₹2200 /night
Hotel Green Olive

Bhagyanagar, Near Ajanta Ellora Tours

Ajanta: 103km | Ellora: 27km | Stn: 3km
₹2800 /night
Hotel Windsor Castle

Jalgaon Road, Ajanta Caves Way

Ajanta: 89km | Ellora: 36km | Stn: 7km
₹3000 /night
Hotel Galaxy

CBS Bus Stand, Ajanta Ellora Transit

Ajanta: 100km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 1.5km
₹1200 /night
MTDC Ajanta Resort

Fardapur, Near Ajanta Caves Entrance

Ajanta: 4km | Ellora: 95km | Stn: 102km
₹2500 /night
Hotel Panchavati

Off Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Base

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 1.2km
₹1300 /night
Hotel Bagga Intl

Jalna Road, Ajanta Ellora Gateway

Ajanta: 97km | Ellora: 32km | Stn: 3.5km
₹2700 /night
Ambassador Ajanta

Jalna Road, Opp. High Court, Town Center, CIDCO, Aurangabad

Ajanta: 96km | Ellora: 34km | Stn: 7km
₹6000 /night
Hotel Royal Palace

Jalna Road, Ajanta Ellora Access

Ajanta: 98km | Ellora: 32km | Stn: 4km
₹2600 /night
Lemon Tree Hotel

Airport Road, Near Ajanta Ellora Caves Road

Ajanta: 95km | Ellora: 32km | Stn: 6km
₹5500 /night
Welcomhotel Rama International

Jalna Road, Ajanta Ellora Highway, Aurangabad

Ajanta: 97km | Ellora: 31km | Stn: 5.5km
₹6500 /night
VITS Hotel

Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Transit Point

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.5km
₹3200 /night

📖 Detailed Travel Guide

Pune to Ajanta Ellora Travel Guide

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Pune to the stunning Ajanta Ellora caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its ancient rock-cut structures.

Quick Info Table

Distance Travel Duration Best Time to Visit
250 km 6 Hours via NH60 October to March

Driving Route

The most popular route to Ajanta Ellora is via NH60. Here’s a simple guide:

  • Start from Pune and head towards Nashik.
  • Continue on NH60, following signs to Aurangabad.
  • Once in Aurangabad, follow the signs to Ajanta and Ellora Caves.

Places to Visit

  • Ajanta Caves: Famous for their ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves.
  • Ellora Caves: A remarkable blend of Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain architecture.
  • Aurangabad: Visit the Bibi Ka Maqbara and local markets.

Whether you choose to travel by train, bus, or car, the route from Pune to Ajanta Ellora is filled with scenic views and cultural experiences. Plan your trip today!

Frequently Asked Questions

The best way to travel is by car or bus for a scenic drive.

Ajanta Ellora is approximately 250 km from Pune.

The ideal time to visit is between October and March.

Yes, there are several trains that run between Pune and the nearest railway station to Ajanta Ellora.

Yes, the route is generally safe and well-maintained.
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