How to Reach Ajanta Caves

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Recognized as the pride of Maharashtra, Ajanta caves are situated at a distance of 107 km north to Aurangabad and they are recognized as one of the world’s famous and creative monuments. The rock-cut beautiful Buddhist caves are the prominent attractions to the tourists. It is all about the skills and architectural intelligence that Indian artists were blessed with, hundreds of years ago. Stunning paintings and sculptures completely attract tourists and force them to feel amazed and think, “Without any advanced technology, how did the people do it that time?”



Ajanta Caves Timings

Ajanta caves remain open from 9.00 AM to 5.30 PM as per Indian Standard Time.

How to get there?
You can reach to Ajanta caves by air, rail or road. Since Aurangabad is well connected to the major cities like Mumbai, Pune etc; there are frequent options available to reach to Ajanta caves.

How to Reach Ajanta Caves By Road:

Since Aurangabad is one of the prime cities in Maharashtra, Ajanta caves are well connected by road as well. Ajanta caves are just at the distance of around 107 kms from Aurangabad; hence you have an option of hiring a taxi or travelling by the state-run buses. The Mumbai- Aurangabad highway is well connected to the other major cities like Delhi, Udaipur, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Nashik, Pune etc as well.

How to Reach Ajanta Caves from Aurangabad: Aurangabad is situated at only 100 km from Ajanta Caves. To travel from Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves head towards Tuljapur – Naigaon – Phulambri – Sillod – Palod – Panas – Ajanta Caves.

How to Reach Ajanta Caves from Pune: To travel from Pune to Ajanta Caves head towards Shikrapur – Ranjangaon – Shirur and reach Ahmednagar. From Ahmednagar head towards Ghodegaon – Newasa – Navin Kaigaon – Limbe Jangaon – Aurangabad. From Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves use above route.

How to Reach Ajanta Caves from Mumbai: To travel from Mumbai to Ajanta Caves head towards Thane – Bhiwandi – Kasara – Igatpuri and reach Nashik. From Nashik to Ajanta Caves head towards Chandwad – Saundana – Mandurne and reach Chalisgaon. From Chalisgaon head towards Bhadgaon – Pachora – Warkhadi – Shendurni – Soygaon – Ajanta Caves. Its a journey of around 9-10 hours from Mumbai to Ajanta caves so take some rest while traveling. Its recommended to take 2-3 haults

How to Reach Ajanta Caves By Train:

Aurangabad is the nearest railway station on south central railway line and since it is well connected to the major cities, you can get the frequent trains for Aurangabad from major cities of India including Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Kolkata etc. From the Aurangabad railway station, you can get the local transport to reach to the Ajanta caves.

How to Reach Ajanta Caves By Air:

The closest airport is Aurangabad, which is a domestic airport and situated at about 15 kms from the Ajanta caves. You can fly to Aurangabad directly from the major cities like Delhi, Mumbai etc. International travellers can travel to Mumbai or Delhi and change flights to reach Aurangabad.

Distance from Major Cities to Ajanta Caves:

  • Jalgaon to Ajanta Caves Distance – 66 KM
  • Bhusawal to Ajanta Caves Distance – 73 KM
  • Buldhana to Ajanta Caves Distance – 90 KM
  • Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves Distance – 96 KM
  • Chalisgaon to Ajanta Caves Distance – 103 KM
  • Beed to Ajanta Caves Distance – 201 KM
  • Shirdi to Ajanta Caves Distance – 202 KM
  • Nashik to Ajanta Caves Distance – 265 KM
  • Pune to Ajanta Caves Distance – 328 KM
  • Mumbai to Ajanta Caves Distance – 430 KM

Other Destinations Near Ajanta Caves

Ellora Caves

Aurangabad Caves

Aurangabad City

Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary

Melghat Tiger Reserve

Nashik City

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  • November 19, 2017 at 1:50 pm
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    can i go by Bus to Ajanta caves from Aurangabad city.Is it advisable to go by Bus and what is the difference in fare between Bus and a cab.

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  • November 6, 2019 at 4:20 pm
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    Jalgaon is closest city(50km) to reach ajanta caves also the nearest airport is also Jalgaon airport you have direct flight connectivity from mumbai and Ahmedabad .

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