Distance from Panvel - Complete Travel Guide

Calculate distances from Panvel to 100+ destinations in Maharashtra and beyond. Find travel time, best transport options, toll information, and local tips for each route.

📑 Quick Navigation

🗺️ Distance Calculator 🏙️ Mumbai & Suburbs 🛣️ Pune & Expressway 🏖️ Konkan & Beaches ⛰️ Hill Stations 🛕 Religious Sites ✈️ Airports ❓ FAQs

🗺️ Calculate Distance from Panvel

📏 Popular Distances from Panvel

Destination Distance Travel Time Best Mode
Mumbai CSMT 45 km 1h 15m Train/Road
Mumbai Airport 35 km 1h Road
Navi Mumbai Airport 10 km 20m Road
Pune 115 km 2h 30m Expressway
Thane 32 km 45m Road
Kalyan 38 km 50m Road
Vashi 18 km 25m Train/Road
Alibag 35 km 1h 10m Road/Ferry
Lonavala 65 km 1h 30m Road
Matheran 55 km 1h 30m+walk Road
Karjat 30 km 45m Train/Road
Shirdi 230 km 4h 30m Road
Goa 460 km 8h Train/Road

🏙️ Mumbai & Suburbs

Panvel is the gateway to Mumbai via Harbour Line trains and multiple road routes. Here are distances to major Mumbai locations.

Mumbai CSMT (VT)

45 km

Also known as: CST, VT, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

🚗 By Road: 1h 15m - 1h 45m
🚂 By Train: 1h 10m (Fast)

Best Mode: Train | Toll: ₹0 (No toll via Sion)

💡 Tip: Take fast local from Panvel - direct to CSMT. Avoid road during peak hours.

Dadar

40 km
🚗 By Road: 1h - 1h 30m
🚂 By Train: 55m (Fast)

Best Mode: Train | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Get down at Dadar station (Central or Western line connection). Road takes longer.

Bandra

42 km

Also known as: Bandra Terminus, BDTS

🚗 By Road: 1h 15m - 2h
🚂 By Train: 1h 20m (via Kurla)

Best Mode: Road (off-peak) | Toll: ₹0 - ₹75 (via Sealink)

💡 Tip: If going to Bandra West, road is better. Train requires change at Kurla.

Andheri

45 km
🚗 By Road: 1h 15m - 2h
🚂 By Train: 1h 30m (via Kurla/Wadala)

Best Mode: Road (off-peak) | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Road via JVLR is fastest off-peak. Train involves platform change.

Borivali

55 km
🚗 By Road: 1h 30m - 2h 30m
🚂 By Train: 2h+ (multiple changes)

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Definitely take road. Train involves 2+ changes and takes much longer.

Mumbai Central

42 km

Also known as: MMCT

🚗 By Road: 1h 15m - 1h 45m
🚂 By Train: 1h 10m + 15m walk

Best Mode: Train + Auto | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Take train to CSMT, then taxi/local to Mumbai Central. Direct road during off-peak.

Kurla

32 km

Also known as: Kurla LTT, Lokmanya Tilak Terminus

🚗 By Road: 45m - 1h 15m
🚂 By Train: 35m (Fast)

Best Mode: Train | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Kurla is on Harbour Line - direct train available. LTT is 5 min from Kurla station.

Thane Full Guide →

32 km
🚗 By Road: 45m - 1h
🚂 By Train: 50m (via Diva)

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Road is usually faster and more convenient. Train requires change at Diva.

Kalyan Full Guide →

38 km
🚗 By Road: 50m - 1h 15m
🚂 By Train: 1h (via Diva)

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Road via Kalamboli is faster. Avoid during Dombivli-Kalyan traffic hours.

Vashi

18 km
🚗 By Road: 25m - 40m
🚂 By Train: 20m

Best Mode: Train | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Train is quick and frequent. Vashi station is in the city center.

Nerul

12 km
🚗 By Road: 20m - 30m
🚂 By Train: 15m

Best Mode: Train | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Very close to Panvel. Train or road both quick options.

Kharghar

8 km
🚗 By Road: 15m - 25m
🚂 By Train: 12m

Best Mode: Train | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: One of the closest areas. Auto-rickshaw is also a good option.

CBD Belapur

15 km
🚗 By Road: 25m - 35m
🚂 By Train: 20m

Best Mode: Train | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Belapur is a Harbour Line station. Easy train connectivity.

🛣️ Pune & Expressway Route

The Mumbai-Pune Expressway starts near Panvel, making it a gateway to Pune, Lonavala, and hill stations. Toll charges apply on the expressway.

Pune Full Guide →

115 km
🚗 By Road: 2h - 2h 30m

Best Mode: Road (Expressway) | Toll: ₹295 (one-way car) | Fuel: ₹800-1000 (petrol car)

💡 Tip: Expressway is fastest. Old highway via Lonavala is scenic but slower. Start early to avoid traffic.

Lonavala Full Guide →

65 km
🚗 By Road: 1h 15m - 1h 45m
🚂 By Train: 1h 30m (via Karjat)

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹145 (one-way to Lonavala exit)

💡 Tip: Weekend getaway favorite. Book accommodation in advance. Khandala is 5 km further.

Khopoli

25 km
🚗 By Road: 35m - 50m

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹0 (old highway) / ₹65 (expressway)

💡 Tip: Imagica & Wet N Joy waterpark are here. Old highway via Khalapur is toll-free.

Karjat

30 km
🚗 By Road: 40m - 55m
🚂 By Train: 35m

Best Mode: Train | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Popular for river rafting and camping. Train is convenient and scenic.

Khandala

70 km
🚗 By Road: 1h 20m - 1h 50m

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹145

💡 Tip: 5 km beyond Lonavala. Famous for Duke's Nose and Tiger's Leap viewpoints.

🏖️ Konkan Coast & Beaches

Panvel is the starting point for Konkan trips. Alibag, Kashid, Murud, and Ganpatipule are popular beach destinations accessible via NH66.

Alibag Full Guide →

35 km

Also known as: Alibaug

🚗 By Road: 1h - 1h 30m
⛴️ By Ferry: 45m (from Mandwa)

Best Mode: Road or Ferry | Bus: Every 30 mins from Panvel ST

💡 Tip: Road via Pen is direct. Ferry from Gateway of India to Mandwa is scenic but requires Mumbai travel first.

Pen

25 km
🚗 By Road: 35m - 50m

Best Mode: Road | Bus: Every 15-20 mins

💡 Tip: Gateway to Alibag and further Konkan. Famous for Ganpati idols. Frequent buses available.

Kashid Beach

65 km
🚗 By Road: 1h 45m - 2h 15m

Best Mode: Road

💡 Tip: Beautiful white sand beach. Best visited on weekdays. Water sports available.

Murud-Janjira

75 km
🚗 By Road: 2h - 2h 30m

Best Mode: Road

💡 Tip: Famous for Janjira Fort (boat ride required). Plan a full day trip.

Ratnagiri

270 km
🚗 By Road: 5h 30m - 6h
🚂 By Train: 4h 30m (Konkan Railway)

Best Mode: Train

💡 Tip: Train is comfortable for this distance. Famous for Alphonso mangoes and beaches.

Ganpatipule

290 km
🚗 By Road: 6h - 7h

Best Mode: Road

💡 Tip: Famous Swayambhu Ganpati temple on the beach. Best combined with Ratnagiri trip.

Dapoli

180 km
🚗 By Road: 4h - 5h

Best Mode: Road

💡 Tip: Mini Mahabaleshwar of Konkan. Less crowded beaches, good for nature lovers.

Goa Full Guide →

460 km
🚗 By Road: 8h - 9h
🚂 By Train: 8h (Konkan Railway)

Best Mode: Train or Flight

💡 Tip: Train is most comfortable. Road trip is scenic but long. Flights are affordable if booked early.

⛰️ Hill Stations & Nature

Weekend getaways to hill stations are popular from Panvel. Matheran, Mahabaleshwar, and Bhimashankar offer cool weather and scenic views.

Matheran Full Guide →

55 km
🚗 By Road: 1h 30m (to Dasturi) + 30m walk/horse
🚂 By Train: 2h (via Neral)

Best Mode: Road + Walk | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Vehicles not allowed in Matheran. Park at Dasturi and walk 3km or take horse. Toy train is scenic but slow.

Mahabaleshwar

135 km
🚗 By Road: 3h - 3h 30m

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹300+ (via Pune expressway)

💡 Tip: Best visited during monsoon (July-Sept) or winter. Strawberry farms in season.

Bhimashankar

130 km
🚗 By Road: 3h - 3h 30m

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹0 (via Karjat route)

💡 Tip: One of 12 Jyotirlingas. Monsoon trek is popular. Temple darshan can have long queues on Mondays.

Karnala Fort & Bird Sanctuary

12 km
🚗 By Road: 20m - 30m

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Short trek, great for beginners. Bird sanctuary entry fee ₹50. Best early morning.

Raigad Fort

80 km
🚗 By Road: 2h - 2h 30m

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹0

💡 Tip: Shivaji Maharaj's capital. Ropeway available. Plan full day trip.

🛕 Religious & Pilgrimage

Important temples and pilgrimage sites accessible from Panvel. Shirdi, Trimbakeshwar, and Akkalkot are popular spiritual destinations.

Shirdi

230 km

Sai Baba Temple

🚗 By Road: 4h 30m - 5h
🚂 By Train: No direct train

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹200+

💡 Tip: Start early morning. VIP darshan available. Prasadalay has good food.

Trimbakeshwar

200 km

Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga

🚗 By Road: 4h - 5h

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹200+

💡 Tip: One of 12 Jyotirlingas. Combine with Nashik trip. Kaal Sarp puja performed here.

Akkalkot

400 km

Swami Samarth Temple

🚗 By Road: 7h - 8h
🚂 By Train: 8h (to Solapur + taxi)

Best Mode: Train + Taxi | Toll: ₹300+

💡 Tip: Famous Swami Samarth Math. Best to take train to Solapur and then taxi (28 km).

Nashik

180 km

Nashik Trimbak

🚗 By Road: 3h 30m - 4h

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹150+

💡 Tip: Kumbh Mela city. Visit Sula Vineyards if time permits. Panchavati area has ancient temples.

Tuljapur

350 km

Tulja Bhavani Temple

🚗 By Road: 6h - 7h

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹300+

💡 Tip: Tulja Bhavani is kuladevi of many Maratha families. Visit during Navratri for special puja.

Jejuri

85 km

Khandoba Temple

🚗 By Road: 2h - 2h 30m

Best Mode: Road | Toll: ₹0 (via old highway)

💡 Tip: Famous for turmeric (haldi) ritual. Visit on Somvati Amavasya or Champa Shashthi.

✈️ Airports

Panvel is strategically located between Mumbai Airport and the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.

Mumbai Airport (T1/T2) Full Guide →

35 km

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

🚗 By Road: 1h - 1h 30m
🚕 Taxi Fare: ₹800-1200 (prepaid taxi)
💡 Tip: Book prepaid taxi from railway station. Ola/Uber also available. Allow extra time during peak hours.

🚂 Long Distance Destinations

Major cities and destinations beyond Maharashtra. Train or flight recommended for these distances.

Destination Distance By Road By Train Best Mode
Kolhapur 320 km 6h - 7h 7h Train
Aurangabad (Sambhajinagar) 280 km 5h - 6h 6h Train or Road
Nagpur 780 km 12h+ 12h Train or Flight
Bangalore 980 km 16h+ 18h Flight
Hyderabad 710 km 12h 12h Flight
Ahmedabad 530 km 9h - 10h 9h Train

💡 PI Travel Tips

🚂 Train Travel

Panvel is on the Harbour Line with trains to CSMT every 5-10 mins. For Central Railway (Kalyan, Karjat), change at Diva or take road.

🛣️ Expressway Tips

Mumbai-Pune Expressway starts near Panvel. Get FASTag for smooth toll passage. Khalapur toll is the first checkpoint.

🚌 ST Bus Stand

Panvel ST Bus Stand has frequent buses to Alibag, Pen, Mahad, and Konkan. For Pune, private buses from Kalamboli are faster.

⏰ Best Travel Times

Avoid morning (8-10 AM) and evening (6-8 PM) rush hours for Mumbai. Weekend trips should start by 6 AM to avoid traffic.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distance from Panvel to Pune? +
The distance from Panvel to Pune is approximately 115 km via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Travel time is about 2-2.5 hours by road. Toll charges are approximately ₹295 one-way for cars.
How far is Mumbai Airport from Panvel? +
Mumbai Airport (Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport) is about 35 km from Panvel. Travel time is 1-1.5 hours by road depending on traffic. The upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport will be only 10 km from Panvel.
What is the best way to travel from Panvel to Mumbai CSMT? +
The best way is by Harbour Line local train. Direct trains run every 5-10 minutes and take about 1 hour 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can travel by road via Sion, which takes 1-1.5 hours depending on traffic.
How far is Alibag from Panvel? +
Alibag is about 35 km from Panvel via road (through Pen). Travel time is approximately 1-1.5 hours. You can take ST buses that run every 30 minutes from Panvel bus stand.
What is the distance from Panvel to Lonavala? +
Lonavala is approximately 65 km from Panvel via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Travel time is about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes. Toll charges to the Lonavala exit are approximately ₹145.
How can I reach Matheran from Panvel? +
Matheran is about 55 km from Panvel. You can drive to Dasturi car park (vehicles not allowed in Matheran) and then walk 3 km or take a horse. Alternatively, take a train to Neral and then the toy train to Matheran.
What is the distance from Panvel to Thane? +
Thane is approximately 32 km from Panvel. By road via Kalamboli-Airoli, it takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour. You can also take a train via Diva junction, though this requires a change.
How far is Goa from Panvel? +
Goa is about 460 km from Panvel. By road via NH66 (Konkan coast), it takes 8-9 hours. The Konkan Railway is a comfortable alternative taking about 8 hours. Flights from Mumbai Airport (35 km from Panvel) take just 1 hour.
What is the distance from Panvel to Shirdi? +
Shirdi is approximately 230 km from Panvel via Nashik. Travel time by road is about 4.5-5 hours. There is no direct train, so road travel via bus or car is the most convenient option.
How far is the new Navi Mumbai Airport from Panvel? +
The upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is only about 10 km from Panvel, making it the closest airport. Once operational, it will take just 15-25 minutes to reach from Panvel.

✅ About This Data

Sources: Google Maps, Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC), Indian Railways, local transport operators.

Last Updated: December 2025 | Next Review: January 2026

⚠️ Travel times are approximate and may vary based on traffic, weather, and road conditions. Toll charges are subject to change. Always verify current information before traveling.

Know something we don't?

Help us keep Panvel's information accurate. Report errors or suggest new listings.

✉️ Report an Error 💡 Suggest a Listing