Kumbh Mela 2027 City-Wise Travel Guide

Where you're traveling from changes your best route. Here's a quick breakdown for pilgrims coming from the cities that typically send the largest numbers of visitors to Nashik.

From Mumbai

Distance: ~165-180 km

The closest major metro to Nashik. By road via the Mumbai-Nashik Highway (NH160), expect 3-4 hours on a normal day — longer during Kumbh traffic diversions. By train, regular services run from Mumbai to Nashik Road; expect extra special trains during the Mela. Mumbai's international airport is also the best air option if flying in from further away.

From Pune

Distance: ~210 km

Roughly 4-5 hours by road via NH60. Pune also has a domestic airport as a backup to Nashik's smaller Ozar airport. Direct buses and trains to Nashik run regularly; expect added Kumbh-season services.

From Delhi/NCR

Distance: ~1,350 km

Flying into Mumbai or Pune and connecting onward by road/rail is typically faster and more reliable than a direct long-distance train for Delhi-based pilgrims. If taking the train, look for long-distance services connecting to Nashik Road, and book well ahead given expected Kumbh-season demand.

From Gujarat (Ahmedabad/Surat)

Distance: ~450-600 km

Direct trains and buses connect Gujarat's major cities to Nashik Road. By road via NH48, expect 8-10 hours depending on the starting city. Given the large pilgrim traffic historically coming from Gujarat, expect dedicated Kumbh-season bus services to be added closer to the event.

Local Transport Once You Arrive

Nashik Road Railway Station is the main arrival point for train travelers, roughly 9-10 km from Ramkund/Panchavati and about 38-40 km from Trimbakeshwar. From Nashik Road, city buses run frequently toward Panchavati — during the Mela, expect dedicated shuttle routes alongside regular city bus services, with a central bus stand in the city serving as the main hub for onward buses to Trimbakeshwar.

Shared autos are also commonly available from the station and city center for shorter hops. See our How to Reach Nashik guide for more on getting between Nashik city and Trimbakeshwar specifically.

Whichever city you're traveling from, book transport and accommodation well ahead of the three main Amrit/Shahi Snan dates in 2027 — see our full schedule — as demand spikes sharply around those specific days.