What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai to Lonavla?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Lonavla is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹4,000 and takes 18h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Lonavla?

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Lonavla is to fly and train which takes 5h 5m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Lonavla?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Lonavla. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Lonavala via Kolhapur and Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Lonavla?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Lonavala. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 15m.

How far is it from Chennai to Lonavla?

The distance between Chennai and Lonavla is 1008 km. The road distance is 1113.7 km.

How do I travel from Chennai to Lonavla without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai to Lonavla without a car is to bus via Kolhāpur which takes 17h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Lonavla?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Chennai to Lonavla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Lonavla bus from?

Chennai to Lonavla bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Lonavla train from?

Chennai to Lonavla train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Lonavla?

The best way to get from Chennai to Lonavla is to bus via Kolhāpur which takes 17h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹500 - ₹4,000 and takes 18h 15m.

Where does the Chennai to Lonavla bus arrive?

Chennai to Lonavla bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, arrive at Kolhapur station.

Where does the Chennai to Lonavla train arrive?

Chennai to Lonavla train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Lonavala station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Lonavla?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Lonavla is 1114 km. It takes approximately 16h 40m to drive from Chennai to Lonavla.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai to Lonavla?

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Where can I stay near Lonavla?

There are 1047+ hotels available in Lonavla.

Chennai to Lonavla - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Lonavla by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Pune Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Pune Airport (PNQ)plane MAA - PNQ
2. Take the train from Pune Jn to Lonavalatrain
5h 5m
₹5,183–9,568
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Lonavalatrain 12164
18h 15m
₹500–4,000
Bus via Kolhāpur
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Kolhapurbus
2. Take the bus from Kolhapur to Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stop to Lonavalabus
17h 30m
Drive 1,113.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Lonavlacar 1,113.7 km
16h 40m
₹12,466–18,006
Fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM)plane MAA - BOM
2. Take the train from Dadar to Lonavalatrain
7h 41m
₹6,217–10,808
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Tirupatibus
2. Take the bus from Tirupati to Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stop to Lonavalabus
28h 22m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Pune Airport (PNQ) flights

104Weekly Planes

2h 48mAverage Duration

₹5,445Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,008.1 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Lonavla, India?

You can take a bus from Chennai to Lonavala via Kolhapur and Pune Ma Na Pa Bus Stop in around 17h 30m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Lonavala once daily. Tickets cost ₹500–4,000 and the journey takes 18h 15m.

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