10 Cities Near Pune + Drive Times
The 10 closest cities to Pune, India, ranked by distance — with drive time, flight time and day-trip vs weekend-getaway picks, including Lonavla, Mahabaleshwar, Satara.
The closest notable city to Pune, India is Lonavla, about 34 mi (54 km) away — roughly 1 hr by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LonavlaMisty hill-station getaway | 34 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| MahabaleshwarStrawberry hill station | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| SataraForts and waterfalls | 58 mi / 94 km | 1 hr 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| MumbaiIndia's coastal megacity | 74 mi / 119 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| SolāpurTemples and textiles | 147 mi / 237 km | 3 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Roha | 49 mi / 78 km | 1 hr 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Phaltan | 53 mi / 85 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bārāmati | 54 mi / 87 km | 1 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Badlapur | 58 mi / 94 km | 1 hr 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Panvel | 59 mi / 94 km | 1 hr 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Pune
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Lonavla, Mahabaleshwar, Satara, Mumbai, Roha. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Pune
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Solāpur. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
What cities are near Pune?
Notable cities near Pune include Lonavla, Mahabaleshwar, Satara, Mumbai, Solāpur. The closest is Lonavla, about 34 miles (54 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.
What day trips can I take from Pune?
Good day trips from Pune (roughly under 100 miles) include Lonavla, Mahabaleshwar, Satara, Mumbai — close enough to visit and return in a day.
Which nearby cities are best for a weekend getaway from Pune?
For an overnight or weekend trip from Pune, consider Solāpur — far enough to feel like a change of scene but still an easy hop.
How do I get from Pune to nearby cities?
Most nearby cities are reachable by car, train or bus; for the longer hops a regional flight can be quicker. Tap any city in the table for its full distance, drive-time and flight-time breakdown, or use our distance and flight calculators for a specific route.