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How to Reach Pawna lake from Mumbai

  • Writer: Sameer Mankar
    Sameer Mankar
  • Jan 27
  • 4 min read

Updated: 1d

How To Reach Pawna Lake from Mumbai


how to reach Pawna lake from mumbai

Pawna Lake is a beautiful getaway located just 120 km from Mumbai and 20 km from Lonavala. There are several ways to reach this serene spot. You can travel via the Old Pune-Mumbai Highway, the Expressway, or even by train. I recommend using your personal vehicle, like a car or bike, for the best experience. Alternatively, you can take a local train or bus, or hire an Ola or Uber for convenience.

How to reach Pawna lake from Mumbai

Routes to Pawna Lake


1) By Mumbai-Pune Expressway


Route: Mumbai > Lonavala > Exit After 2nd Baur Tunnel > Pawna Lake.


This is the fastest route from Mumbai to Pawna Lake. The expressway generally has minimal traffic, except for the Khandala Ghat section. It's important to note that this route is only for four-wheelers; two-wheelers are not allowed on the expressway.


Express Highway Exit Point Location to Pawna Lake:


how to reach pawna lake from mumbai

How to Know When to Exit


The exit point is 19 km (about 17 minutes) ahead of Lonavala. You will see two tunnels (Baur Tunnel). After crossing the second tunnel, move to the left/outer lane and slow down to about 40 km/h. Use your left indicator. Look for the "Police Check Post / पोलीस मदत चौकी" board on your left. This exit is a sharp U-turn, so be cautious!


Note: If you miss this exit, you will have to travel 15 km to the next toll plaza to make a U-turn. Remember to wear your seatbelt and keep an eye out for online cameras!


Once you take the exit, continue on the off-road for about 500 meters (2 minutes). At the end, you will see the main road. Take a left turn under the bridge, and you'll arrive at the camping property location.


2) By Old Pune-Mumbai Highway


Route: Mumbai > Lonavala > Kamshet > Pawna Lake.


This route is popular and suitable for cars, bikes, auto-rickshaws, and train travelers. It's a 130 km drive from Mumbai to Pawna Lake via Lonavala and Kamshet.


A) By Your Personal Vehicle or Bike


Start from Mumbai on the Old Pune-Mumbai Highway. Head towards Lonavala (Hotel Kumar Resort Chowk). Continue straight for about 29 minutes (18 km) to Kamshet. Take the exit to the service road at Kamshet, then make a right turn under the bridge. Continue for another 27 minutes (17 km) to reach Pawna Lake.


Note: As you reach Lonavala, near Hotel Kumar Resort Chowk, Google Maps may suggest a right turn through Lonavala's main market. I recommend avoiding this route. Although it saves about 5 km, it is often congested with traffic and has rough, twisting roads that can be accident-prone.


how to reach Pawna lake from mumbai

B) By Train from Mumbai to Pawna Lake


  1. Start at Mumbai Railway Station and take an express train (check train timings; tickets are about 150 Rs).

  2. Arrive at Lonavala Railway Station.

  3. Take a local train from Lonavala to Kamshet Railway Station (check local train timings; tickets are about 10 Rs).

  4. From Kamshet Railway Station, hire a local auto-rickshaw to reach Pawna Lake (17 km).


Tentative Charges One Way:

  • Auto-rickshaw: 700-800 Rs

  • 4/7 Seater Car: 1000-1200 Rs


C) By Train from Mumbai to Lonavala and Pawna Lake


  1. Start at Mumbai Railway Station and take an express train.

  2. Arrive at Lonavala Railway Station.

  3. Hire a local auto-rickshaw to reach Pawna Lake (20 km).


Tentative Charges One Way:

  • Auto-rickshaw: 800-900 Rs

  • 4/7 Seater Car: 1200-1500 Rs


Suggestions for the Best Routes to Pawna Lake


  1. Via Expressway: Mumbai > Exit at 2nd Baur Tunnel > Pawna Lake (105 km) See Google Map

  2. Via Kamshet: Mumbai > Kamshet > Pawna Lake (120 km) See Google Map

  3. Avoid: Mumbai > Lonavala Main Market > Pawna Lake (Rough & Full of Traffic) (110 km) See Google Map

  4. From Pune: Via Kamshet > Pawna Lake (64 km) See Google Map

  5. From Pune: Chandani Chowk > Bhugaon, Pirangut > Via Paud Road > Pawna Lake (55 km) See Google Map


Local Train Timings


(Tentative timings; check for changes)

  • Kamshet to Pune:

- 10:20 am

- 11:45 am

- 3:00 pm

- 5:20 pm

  • Pune to Kamshet:

- 11:30 am

- 12:10 pm

- 12:50 pm

- 3:05 pm

- 5:00 pm


Village ST Bus Timings


From Kamshet to Thakursai

  1. 7:30 AM

  2. 10:30 AM

  3. 12:00 PM

  4. 2:00 PM

  5. 4:30 PM


From Thakursai to Kamshet

  1. 6:40 AM

  2. 9:30 AM

  3. 11:30 AM

  4. 12:30 PM

  5. 3:30 PM


Pawna Lake Location Details


Contact: 7066664458


Note: Always follow Google Maps closely. Aim to arrive on time; otherwise, you might miss the stunning sunset and evening views of Pawna Lake. The train and bus timings provided are tentative, so feel free to reach out using the contact details above for confirmation.


Pawna Lake does not provide travel facilities, but they can share contacts of local travelers. For peace of mind, consider hiring a traveler in advance.


Drive Safe! Travel Safe!

 
 
 

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