83–86 km · About 2 hours via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway · One-way fares start at ₹2,500 (Sedan, all-inclusive)
A brief getaway to the hills feels refreshing after busy days and weeks in the city. For city folks in Mumbai, Lonavala has always been the favourite destination. A short drive through the expressway takes you straight to green mountains, chilly air and calm views. With HireCab, this journey becomes simple, smooth and enjoyable.
Choosing a Mumbai to Lonavala cab service gives comfort and freedom at every step. No rush for trains, no waiting in bus lines. Just a neat cab, a skilled driver and a direct ride to the hills – one-way from ₹2,500, all inclusive of fuel, driver allowance, toll and parking.
Clear, upfront pricing – no surprises at drop-off. A one-way drop is fully all-inclusive: fuel, driver allowance, toll and parking. On round trip and overnight packages the fare covers fuel and driver allowance, and toll and parking are charged as actual – on a round trip you may stop at several places, so those charges cannot be fixed in advance.
| Vehicle | Seats | One Way | Round Trip (Same Day) | Overnight / 2-Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Swift Dzire / Etios) | 4 + 1 Driver | ₹ 2,500 | ₹ 4,300 | ₹ 8,500 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 + 1 Driver | ₹ 3,500 | ₹ 4,900 | ₹ 9,200 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 6 + 1 Driver | ₹ 4,500 | ₹ 6,500 | ₹ 12,800 |
| Toyota Innova Hycross | 6 + 1 Driver | On Request | ₹ 9,000 | ₹ 18,000 |
One-way drop fares are all-inclusive – fuel, driver allowance, toll and parking, the price you see is the price you pay. Round trip and overnight fares include fuel and driver allowance; toll and parking are billed as actual, based on the stops you make.
Mumbai to Lonavala one-way cab fare starts at ₹2,500 for an AC sedan, all-inclusive of fuel, driver allowance, toll and parking. A same-day round trip costs ₹4,300, which covers fuel and driver allowance, with toll and parking charged as actual.
Most weekend travellers finish Lonavala in a single day: leave Mumbai early morning, cover Bhushi Dam, Tiger Point and Karla Caves by the afternoon, and be back home the same night with a round trip cab from ₹4,300.
If you'd rather take it slow, book our overnight package – the same cab and driver stay with you in Lonavala, so you can add Pawna Lake or Lohagad Fort the next morning before heading back. Overnight packages start at ₹8,500 for a Sedan.
The Mumbai to Lonavala distance is around 83 to 86 kilometres. The rides will last 2 hours in total. The most popular route is the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. It is a wide and safe new road. The drive is comfortable and relaxing.
The highway offers great views as well. The tunnels, bridges and valleys are a good addition to the ride as there are hills on either side, which have a spectacular view. By the time the travellers reach Lonavala they are already feeling good and refreshed just by the sights.
| Mode | Approx. Cost | Time | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|
| HireCab Taxi | ₹ 2,500 onward (all-inclusive) | ~2 hours, door-to-door | Private, no transfers, driver waits for return |
| Train (Pune line) | Low ticket cost | ~2–2.5 hours + local transfers | Shared seating, station-to-hotel transfer needed |
| MSRTC / Private Bus | Budget fare | ~2.5–3 hours | Shared seating, fixed timings |
A cab costs more than a train or bus ticket, but it's the only option that goes door-to-door with no transfers, no luggage-dragging, and no waiting for connections. App cabs (Ola/Uber) in Lonavala can also be unreliable in the evenings – with HireCab, your driver waits for your return so you're never stranded.
The question most people ask is how to reach Lonavala from Mumbai. Travelling by train or bus is time-consuming and can involve transferring of luggage and even waiting.
When you contact HireCab, it's a direct and easy ride. The driver goes to the pickup location at the designated time and drives to Lonavala. No additional transfer and no delays. This direct door-to-door service is one good reason to hire a Mumbai to Lonavala cab for many families and single travellers.
HireCab offers a dedicated cab service from Mumbai airport to Lonavala for passengers arriving at the airport. The driver will meet the passengers in arrivals and will take them out with no trouble at all.
This is ideal for passengers who have travel plans to head straight to the hills and do not intend to stop in the city. Instead of dragging heavy bags around town, they can just relax in a cab and enjoy the expressway without interruptions. Airport pickup fares are the same as our standard one-way rates above – no separate airport surcharge.
Heading back is just as easy. The same fares and vehicles above apply for a Lonavala to Mumbai cab, and we cover late-evening return pickups as well – so you don't have to cut your trip short to catch a train or bus.
HireCab offers both Mumbai to Lonavala one-way cab trips and round trips. A one-way Sedan costs ₹2,500; if you're returning the same day, book a round trip at ₹4,300 instead of two separate one-way cabs. It's the same driver on the way back too, which many travellers prefer since they already know who's driving them.
Flexibility in itinerary is definitely an advantage of travelling by HireCab. Travellers can take breaks along the way to stretch their legs or just enjoy the views. The drivers are flexible and would fit their timings accordingly.
The journey between Mumbai and Lonavala is one of beautiful sights. Tiger Point or Bhushi Dam are the places where travellers will commonly stop to take photographs. These short stops change the ride from transportation into an experience. During the monsoon, waterfalls come down the rocky cliffs along the way; in winter, morning mist adds its own charm to the drive.
Many families like to leave Mumbai early and have breakfast on the highway. The food mall near the Khalapur toll plaza is the most popular halt – clean washrooms, plenty of parking and food counters for every taste. Closer to the ghat, Khopoli is famous for its vada pav, and there are tea stalls near the expressway exits if you just want a quick cutting chai.
Your HireCab driver knows all these stops well, so just tell him where you'd like a break. Short halts like these don't add any extra charge – the fare stays the same.
A getaway into the hills of Lonavala is best enjoyed when one finds peace of mind. With HireCab's cab service from Mumbai to Lonavala, travellers experience comfort, convenience, safety, and happiness every mile of the journey. This may be a short trip, but it will definitely be a long-lasting experience!
Need a Fortuner or a Tempo Traveller for a bigger group? Here's our standard per-km outstation rate card – contact us on WhatsApp for an exact Lonavala quote on these vehicles.
| Source | Car Type | Base Km | Rate/Km | DA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | Swift dZire / Etios - (4 + 1 Driver) | 300/D | ₹ 13/km | ₹ 300/D |
| Mumbai | Maruti Ertiga - (6 + 1 Driver) | 300/D | ₹ 15/km | ₹ 300/D |
| Mumbai | Toyota Innova - (6 + 1 Driver) | 300/D | ₹ 16/km | ₹ 400/D |
| Mumbai | Toyota Innova Crysta - (6 + 1 Driver) | 300/D | ₹ 19/km | ₹ 400/D |
| Mumbai | Toyota Fortuner - (7 + 1 Driver) | 300/D | ₹ 55/km | ₹ 500/D |
| Mumbai | Tempo Traveller - (13 + 1 Driver) | 300/D | ₹ 22/km | ₹ 500/D |
| Mumbai | Tempo Traveller - (17 + 1 Driver) | 300/D | ₹ 23/km | ₹ 500/D |


The Mumbai to Lonavala distance is about 83–86 km and usually takes around 2 hours via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.
You can reach Lonavala from Mumbai by cab, train, or bus, but a cab offers the most direct, door-to-door option with no transfers.
Yes, HireCab provides a reliable Mumbai to Lonavala cab service for solo travellers, families, and groups. Our cars are well-maintained and our drivers are polite and experienced.
One-way fares start at ₹2,500 for a Sedan, ₹3,500 for an Ertiga, and ₹4,500 for an Innova Crysta – all inclusive of fuel, driver allowance, toll and parking.
Yes, HireCab offers a Mumbai airport to Lonavala cab service at the same one-way fare as a city pickup, with no separate airport surcharge.
A same-day round trip costs ₹4,300 for a Sedan, ₹4,900 for an Ertiga, ₹6,500 for an Innova Crysta, and ₹9,000 for an Innova Hycross. Round trip fares include fuel and driver allowance; toll and parking are charged as actual, because they depend on the stops you make along the way.
Our overnight (2-day) package starts at ₹8,500 for a Sedan, ₹9,200 for an Ertiga, ₹12,800 for an Innova Crysta, and ₹18,000 for an Innova Hycross. The same cab and driver stay with you in Lonavala. As with round trips, the package covers fuel and driver allowance, and toll and parking are charged as actual.
On a one-way drop, yes – the fare is all-inclusive of fuel, driver allowance, toll and parking. On a round trip or overnight package the fare covers fuel and driver allowance, and toll and parking are charged as actual. This is because on a round trip you may visit several places, so the toll and parking cannot be fixed in advance. Your driver will show you the actual receipts.
Cancellations made 48 hours or more before pickup get a full refund (a service fee of ₹250 applies for outstation trips). Cancelling 24–48 hours before pickup incurs a 10% charge, and within 24 hours a 20% charge. Same-day or mid-trip cancellations are non-refundable. Full details are on our Cancellation Policy page.
App cabs in Lonavala can be unreliable, especially in the evening and during peak weekend traffic. With HireCab, your driver and cab wait for your return, so you're never stranded.
Yes, HireCab offers Tempo Travellers and larger vehicles for group trips to Lonavala. Contact us on WhatsApp for a group quote.
Yes, the same fares and vehicles apply for a Lonavala to Mumbai cab, including late-evening pickups.
A few hours' notice is usually enough, but we recommend booking 1–2 days ahead during monsoon weekends and long weekends when demand is highest.
Yes. The Innova Hycross is available at ₹9,000 for a same-day round trip and ₹18,000 for an overnight package. Contact us on WhatsApp for one-way pricing.