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Heritage 6 Dec 2025 7 min read

Navi Mumbai to Aurangabad (Ellora Caves) Cab Guide

Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar) is the gateway to two UNESCO World Heritage rock-cut cave complexes - Ellora (29 km from city) and Ajanta (105 km from city). A 3-day cab trip from Navi Mumbai covers both with ease.

Key facts

Distance
350 km via NH160 + NH752
Drive time
7 hours
Cab fare (Dzire)
From ₹4,500 one-way
UNESCO sites
Ellora + Ajanta
Best time
Nov - Feb
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Suggested 3-day itinerary

  • Day 1: Navi Mumbai → Aurangabad (7 hr drive). Evening: Bibi-ka-Maqbara
  • Day 2: Ellora Caves (full day) + Daulatabad Fort + Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
  • Day 3: Ajanta Caves (full day, 100 km away) → return Navi Mumbai by night

Cab fare for the 3-day trip

Dzire 3-day round-trip: ₹13,500 all-inclusive (driver bata, 2 night halts, all tolls). Innova: ₹19,500. Includes 1,200 km of running.

Tips

  • Ajanta Caves close on Mondays; Ellora Caves close on Tuesdays - plan accordingly
  • Hire a local guide at Ellora - ₹400 for 2 hours, immensely worth it
  • Carry water and a hat - most cave walks are open and sunny

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cab fare from Navi Mumbai to Aurangabad?

One-way ₹4,500 in a Dzire. Full 3-day Ellora-Ajanta package ₹13,500 all-inclusive.

How long does the Navi Mumbai-Aurangabad cab take?

7 hours for the 350 km drive via NH160 and NH752.

Are Ellora and Ajanta open every day?

Ajanta closes on Mondays and Ellora on Tuesdays. Plan your itinerary to cover both.

How far is Ajanta from Ellora?

Roughly 100 km - Ellora is 29 km from Aurangabad, Ajanta is 105 km from Aurangabad in the opposite direction.

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