Pune to Gokarna

   Pune to Gokarna Road Distance 560 km
   Pune to Gokarna Aerial Distance 444 km
  Pune to Gokarna Travel Time 9 hours 8 mins

How to reach Gokarna from Pune

A popular Hindu pilgrimage town, Gokarna is situated approximately 560 Kms to the south of Pune. The usual way to travel between the two cities is by road or using the public bus system.

Knowing The Details

1. Pune to Gokarna by Road
2. Pune to Gokarna by Bus
3. Pune to Gokarna by Train
4. Popular Routes to Gokarna
5. Popular Routes from Pune
6. Places to Visit in Gokarna
7. Hotels in Gokarna

Top Hotels In Gokarna

1. Pune to Gokarna by Road

The drive to Gokarna from Pune takes about 9 hours which can get quite tiring and exhausting for some people. We suggest you take an overnight stop on the way. The roads are well maintained and with multiple eating joints throughout. 

Approximate Travel Time: 10 Hours
Approximate Taxi Fare: INR 5000
Car rentals in Pune: Goodluck Car Rental and Car hire in Pune, Balaji Cabs,  SABA Rent a Car Pune. 

Route 1: Via AH 47

  • Distance: 567 Kms
  • Travel Time: 9 hours 40 minutes
  • Sights on the way: Shaniwar Wada (Pune) , Aga Khan Palace (Pune), Sinhagad Fort (Pune), Parvati Hill (Pune), Ajinkyatara (Satara), Shri Uttar Chidambaram Nataraj Mandir (Satara),  Char Bhinti Hutatma Smarak (Satara), Krishna Koyna Pritisangam (Karad), Belgaum Fort , Kamal Basti (Belgaum), Attiveri Bird Sanctuary (Belgaum), Sathoddi Falls (Yellapur), Om Beach (Gokarna), Sri Mahabaleshwara Swamy Temple Gokarna, Half Moon Beach (Gokarna). 
  • Eating options: The Northern Frontier (Pune), Eighty Eight (Pune), Hotel Pranjali (Satara), Manas Restaurant ( Satara), Zaara Cafe (Belgaum), Top in Town (Belgaum), Mantra Cafe (Gokarna), The Little Paradise Inn (Gokarna). 

Route 2: Via Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary

  • Distance: 578 Kms
  • Time: 11 Hours
  • Sights on the way: Shaniwar Wada (Pune) , Aga Khan Palace (Pune), Sinhagad Fort (Pune), Parvati Hill (Pune), Ajinkyatara (Satara), Shri Uttar Chidambaram Nataraj Mandir (Satara),  Char Bhinti Hutatma Smarak (Satara), Krishna Koyna Pritisangam (Karad), Belgaum Fort , Kamal Basti (Belgaum), Attiveri Bird Sanctuary (Belgaum), Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, Om Beach (Gokarna), Sri Mahabaleshwara Swamy Temple Gokarna, Half Moon Beach (Gokarna).
  • Eating options: The Northern Frontier (Pune), Eighty Eight (Pune), Hotel Pranjali (Satara), Manas Restaurant ( Satara), Zaara Cafe (Belgaum), Top in Town (Belgaum), Mantra Cafe (Gokarna), The Little Paradise Inn (Gokarna). 

2. Pune to Gokarna by Bus

Travelling by bus is quite convenient and comfortable nowadays. However long journeys can get tiring. We suggest you take an overnight bus. These buses run at scheduled times and stop at regular intervals as well. 
  • Route Operator:  Redbus
  • Starting Point: Pune
  • Terminating Point: Gokarna
  • Travel time: 10 Hours
  • Distance: 537 Kms
  • Frequency: Every 4 hours
  • Ticket Cost: INR 700

3. Pune to Gokarna by Train

Train journeys are the cheapest of all and mostly quite convenient, however the time between Pune and Gokarna takes almost 20 hours by train. This is the best option for a cheap travel. 
  • Travel time: 19 Hours 30 minutes 
  • Distance: 642 Kms
  • Frequency: Once a week
  • Ticket cost: INR 300
Tip: All bus tickets are available at bus booking counters and train tickets at railway stations. Make sure you book your tickets through a certified booking agent. For flight bookings , plan your trip well in advance to get preferred timings and prices.

Pune to Gokarna By Train

Train From - To Departure - Arrival

POORNA EXPRE (11097)

PUNE JN. - GOKARNA ROAD 23:30:00 - 18:54:00

Popular Routes to Gokarna

Important Routes Time Taken Distance
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