Shirdi to Ajanta Caves Taxi — UNESCO Buddhist Heritage from ₹6,800
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Ajanta Caves — the 30 rock-cut Buddhist masterpieces dating from the 2nd century BCE — are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of India's finest cultural treasures. Located 210 km from Shirdi, a well-planned Sai Cabs day trip lets Sai Baba pilgrims add this once-in-a-lifetime cultural experience to their spiritual journey.
Unlike Ellora (which is 100 km closer and covers heritage + Jyotirlinga), Ajanta is a longer commitment — 4 to 4.5 hours each way — so we recommend starting from Shirdi no later than 6 AM. Most families make Ajanta a standalone day trip; adventurous travellers combine Ajanta with an overnight Aurangabad halt and Ellora the next day (our 2-day combo).
The caves themselves feature stunning Buddhist frescoes (Cave 1 padmapani, Cave 17 murals) and sculptures that require a knowledgeable eye to appreciate. Sai Cabs drivers on this route are trained on cave sequencing (Cave 1, 2, 16, 17, 26 first — the mandatory highlights) and know exactly where to park to minimise walking for elderly guests.
The route from Shirdi runs via Kopargaon–Vaijapur–Waluj bypass (skipping Aurangabad city) onto NH753F, then continues via Fardapur to reach the Ajanta viewpoint. Total 210 km with two toll plazas (Vaijapur and Fardapur) — all included in your fare.
The last 5 km from Fardapur to Ajanta is on ASI-controlled electric shuttles (private vehicles are parked at the T-junction). Shuttle tickets (₹15 per person round trip) are extra; drivers help you buy them without queue delay.
Distance: 210 km · Travel time: 4h 15m – 4h 45m · Tolls, parking, state permits and driver allowance included
Shirdi to Ajanta Caves taxi fare
| Vehicle | Seats | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Dzire / Etios) | 4+1 | ₹6,800 |
| Ertiga | 6+1 | ₹8,200 |
| Innova | 6+1 | ₹9,800 |
| Innova Crysta | 6+1 premium | ₹11,000 |
| Tempo Traveller AC (12) | 12+1 | ₹16,500 |
Shirdi to Ajanta Caves Taxi — UNESCO Buddhist Heritage from ₹6,800 — FAQs
Same-day round trip fare: Sedan ₹6,800, Ertiga ₹8,200, Innova ₹9,800, Innova Crysta ₹11,000, Tempo Traveller ₹16,500. All-inclusive of tolls, driver, fuel and AC. Shuttle ticket ₹15/person is separate.
Ajanta Caves are approximately 210 km from Shirdi via Vaijapur and Aurangabad ring road. Drive time is 4h 15m to 4h 45m one way.
No, Ajanta Caves are closed on Mondays. On other days timings are 9 AM to 5:30 PM. ASI entry fee is ₹40 for Indians and ₹600 for foreign nationals.
Not comfortably in a single day — total 420+ km driving plus 6 hours of cave walking is exhausting. Sai Cabs recommends a 2-day combo package at ₹11,500 sedan with Aurangabad overnight halt.
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