How to Reach From Lonavla to Navi Mumbai International Airport
Updated: 16 January 2026 (IST)
Reaching Navi Mumbai International Airport from Lonavala is straightforward by bus and car. MSRTC and private buses operate from Lonavala towards Panvel and Navi Mumbai, from where airport access roads are well connected. Traveling by car or taxi is the most convenient option and usually takes 2-3 hours, depending on traffic, via the Mumbai–Pune Expressway and Sion-Panvel Highway. Private cabs are commonly preferred for a comfortable airport transfer.
By Car
Lonavala to Navi Mumbai International Airport by Car
| Start Location | Destination | Total Distance | Estimated Travel Time | Main Route | Major Roads / Highway | Toll Road | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lonavala, Maharashtra | Navi Mumbai International Airport (Ulwe) | 69.2 km | 1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 25 min | NH 48 (Mumbai–Pune Expressway) → Panvel Exit → NH 348 → Uran Road → Ulwe → NMIA Entry Road | NH 48 (Mumbai–Pune Expressway), NH 348, Uran Road | Yes (Mumbai–Pune Expressway) | Private Car, Taxi, Weekend Travel, Airport Drop |
By Bus
Transit Guide: Lonavala to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA)
| Method | Bus Numbers & Transfers | Route Details | Total Duration & Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intercity + NMMT Bus | IntrCity SmartBus → A-3 | Board IntrCity SmartBus (AC Seater 2×2) from Lonavala to Belapur CBD → short walk to Belapur Railway Station → take NMMT A-3 Airport Shuttle → NMIAL CTC Bus Station (Terminal 1) → walk to terminal entrance. | 2 hr 35–45 min ₹450–550 |
| Intercity + NMMT Bus | Shri Mallinath Travels AC Sleeper → 23AC | Take Shri Mallinath Travels AC Sleeper from Lonavala to Belapur CBD → walk to C.B.D. Fire Brigade Station → board NMMT Bus 23AC to Kharkopar Railway Station → walk towards NMIA Terminal 1. | 2 hr 20–30 min ₹400–500 |
| Intercity + NMMT Bus | IntrCity SmartBus → 23AC | Travel by IntrCity SmartBus from Lonavala to Belapur CBD → short walk → take NMMT Bus 23AC towards Kharkopar Railway Station → walk to NMIA Terminal 1. | 2 hr 30–40 min ₹420–520 |
| Intercity + NMMT Bus | AC Sleeper Bus → A-4 | Board AC Sleeper bus from Lonavala to Nerul / Belapur area → reach Nerul Railway Station (East) → take NMMT A-4 Airport Shuttle → NMIAL CTC Bus Station (Terminal 1) → walk to airport terminal. | 2 hr 40–50 min ₹450–600 |
By Train and Metro
There is no direct train or metro connectivity from Lonavala to Navi Mumbai International Airport. You can take a local or express train from Lonavala to Panvel or Mumbai and then continue the journey to the airport by taxi or bus. Metro services are limited to Mumbai and Navi Mumbai corridors and do not directly connect Lonavala to the airport.
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