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Aurangabad to Ellora Taxi – Book a Reliable Cab with Ashvik Cab

Aurangabad to Ajanta Taxi

Your trusted ride to the Ajanta Caves starts here.

Are you searching for an Aurangabad to Ajanta taxi service which reaches your destination on time, takes you to Ajanta through routes which it is supposed to know, and does not surprise you by unexpected extra charges during the journey? Then, you are on the right page. Our cab service has been serving travellers, families, students, researchers and photography tours on this very route for many years now, and we have immense pleasure in taking this tour route. Ajanta is not merely a tourist destination for us but an adventurous route through agricultural fields, tiny villages and foothills of the Sahyadri range before suddenly the caves greet you from the horseshoe-shaped cliff.

This page is well drafted as a travel guide instead of being a mere ad. Here, you will get the latest Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves taxi fare list, all the steps to book a taxi from Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves, road condition, best time to start, entrance fee information and answers to all questions which our clients repeatedly ask us. Read it once, use it as a reference, and there’s no need to search anywhere else before your trip.

How to Book Your Aurangabad to Ajanta Cab in 5 Simple Steps

A cab booking from Ashvik should never be a hassle but should feel like an easy task just like booking a train or bus. This is how the entire process should go about.

  • Select your travel requirements: You can select either a one-way journey, a round trip on the same day or even a combination package which will take you to the caves of Ajanta, Ellora and Aurangabad. Most of our passengers who are travelling to Ajanta opt for a round trip because it is more convenient time-wise.
  • Choose your vehicle: A Wagon R or Swift DZire will be good enough if you are travelling in groups of two to four and have light luggage, whereas groups of six to eight people will prefer either the Ertiga, Kia Carens, Innova or Tavera due to extra legroom space.
  • Share pickup location, date, and preferred time. Considering that the Ajanta tour is a one-day tour, we always recommend our customers leave for this trip anytime between 6:30 in the morning and 8:00 AM so that you get some light before the crowd arrives.
  • Confirm the booking through a call or WhatsApp message. We will let you know your car model, driver information, total fare, and pickup time in written form so that you do not have to guess anything while travelling.
  • Meet the driver at the agreed location and start the journey. The drivers of our company have local knowledge about both the Phulambri-Sillod road and Jalgaon road. They will use whichever is more convenient on that particular day based on the traffic and road construction.

That is all. No need to come to our office even once and no need to fill any forms in advance. Mostly, bookings on this route take just a few minutes, either through a call or WhatsApp.

Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves Taxi Fare (Updated Price List)

Transparent pricing is something we take seriously, because nothing ruins a good trip faster than a driver asking for extra money midway. Below is our current aurangabad to ajanta caves taxi fare chart across every car category we operate.

Car Type

Seating Capacity

One Way Fare*

Wagon R

3+1 Seater

Rs 2,500

Swift Dzire

4+1 Seater

Rs 3,500

Hyundai Aura

4+1 Seater

Rs 3,500

Toyota Etios

4+1 Seater

Rs 3,500

Maruti Ertiga

6+1 Seater

Rs 4,400

Kia Carens

6+1 Seater

Rs 5,400

Toyota Innova

7+1 Seater

Rs 6,400

Toyota Innova Crysta

7+1 Seater

Rs 7,400

Toyota Innova Hycross

6+1 Seater

Rs 8,400

Chevrolet Tavera

8+1 Seater

Rs 5,500

*Fares mentioned above are indicative one way charges for the Aurangabad to Ajanta route and can vary slightly based on your exact pickup location within the city, the travel date, and whether you choose a one way drop or a same day round trip. Toll charges on this particular route are minimal, and driver allowance applies only for round trips that extend beyond the standard return time. Ask our team for the final confirmed quote when you book, since we always share the full breakup before the trip starts, not after.

For families combining both cave complexes, our Ajanta Ellora aurangabad car taxi hire services packages are usually priced as a two day arrangement and work out cheaper per person than booking two separate one day trips.

Distance, Route, and Travel Time from Aurangabad to Ajanta

The distance by road between Aurangabad and Ajanta Caves is around 100-110 kilometers depending on the route your driver takes and your departure location from the city. In normal traffic conditions, it takes around 2½ – 3 hours each way.

We generally use two main routes to get to the Ajanta caves. The first is the shorter but quiet road passing through Phulambri and Sillod and favored by local drivers who are familiar with all the twists. The other is the Aurangabad to Jalgaon highway, which is a little broader and well-maintained but crowded when driving to the Sillod Bypass in rush hour traffic. Our drivers always pick the most suitable route depending on the road condition on the day you travel.

One thing to note before you travel is that once your cab from Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves reaches the parking point, private vehicles are not permitted to take you right up to the cave site. There is a small ASI-operated shuttle bus that takes passengers to the cave entrance, passing through a forest gorge that leads to the horseshoe-shaped hill.

Aurangabad to Ajanta cab

Why Travelers Keep Choosing Ashvik Cab for This Route

Cab operators are many, offering the Aurangabad to Ajanta cab service, but here is the honest answer to why our clients consistently return to us for this specific trip:

  • Route expertise: Our drivers are very familiar with this route and exactly know where to take the Phulambri road from the highway.
  • No bargaining; fixed price: the agreed-upon fare at the time of reservation is what you end up paying without any hidden extras such as toll or waiting fees.
  • Well-maintained cars: every car is checked before being sent on the long outstation trip because a three-hour drive is not the time to get an air conditioner issue.
  • Early pickups: Early morning pickup is our forte because a start time of 7 AM would help us beat the heat and tourist bus rush.
  • Ajanta and Ellora package tours: In case you wish to visit both UNESCO sites, we can provide a convenient two-day trip package.
  • Driver assistance at the destination: Our drivers have knowledge about shuttle buses, ticketing counters, and parking at Ajanta, so you won't ever feel confused once you reach there.

It all comes down to consistency. It’s the same good driving and good prices every time. This is precisely what a heritage tour requires.

Ajanta Caves: Timing, Entry Fee, and Best Time to Travel

Opening times for the Ajanta Caves range from 9:00 to 5:00. Ajanta Caves closes on Mondays. Thus, it would be better to cross-check your traveling date so that you don’t have any problem in planning the trip. Admission fees for Indians are relatively lower than those of foreigners. In addition, there is an extra fare for shuttle buses, which transport tourists from the parking place to the actual caves.

The best time to commence from Aurangabad is early in the morning; that is from 6:30 to 8:00 AM. It will take you approximately one hour to reach the base camp. Therefore, you will be able to reach the cave base before it opens and just when it becomes too hot during the day. The period of November to February gives the most comfortable weather for visiting the caves since it is not too cold. The monsoon season makes the green valley more picturesque for photography enthusiasts, although the journey might become slippery due to rains.

It will take you approximately four hours to explore all thirty caves. This should be considered during planning for return with the driver.

Planning Ajanta and Ellora Together

Many tourists inquire if it is possible to see both caves in one day. From the technical aspect, it is possible since the Ellora caves are closer to the city, but we do not advise you to try seeing both in one day since they both need their time to be spent at them. What our clients do more often and what we also consider more convenient for visiting those places is spending two days a full day for Ajanta and another half or full day for Ellora and its neighboring places the Grishneshwar temple, Daulatabad Fort, and Bibi ka Maqbara, all of which are near Aurangabad city.

But if you have only one day for visiting, then due to the location of both caves, it will be easier to spend half a day in the city and another half at Ellora and visit Ajanta on its own.

What to Carry and Practical Tips for a Comfortable Trip

  • Carry water bottles and snacks, as there are not many choices nearby and the prices are high compared to the city.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the cave structure requires walking and walking through some uneven rock steps.
  • Have a cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen handy, especially when traveling between March and June.
  • It is useful to have a torch and your phone’s flashlight while viewing the paintings inside the darker interiors of some caves.
  • Carry some cash, as it will come in handy for the shuttle bus tickets, small expenses, and handicraft stores near the parking area.
  • Travel early in the day. Arriving by mid-morning will allow you cool hours to visit and sufficient time for the journey back home.
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One-Way Drop or Round Trip: Which One Should You Book

As the Ajanta Caves tour is a full-day tour, most of the clients tend to opt for a one-day round-trip option, where the same car and the driver pick you up from the base and come back to drop you off at Aurangabad on the same day. This is more convenient and often turns out to be cheaper than doing two one-way trips separately.

A one-way taxi tour to the Ajanta Caves from Aurangabad is best suited for tourists heading towards Jalgaon, Bhusawal, or even North Maharashtra after exploring the Ajanta Caves, not for those coming back to the city of Aurangabad in the evening itself. Inform us about your further plan when you book a taxi, and we will guide you with the right plan, which will save you money.

Ashvik Cab offers dependable Aurangabad to Ajanta taxi and Ajanta to Ellora to Aurangabad car taxi hire services for individual travelers, families, corporate groups, and college trips. Call or message us to confirm your car, your date, and your fare, and let our driver take care of the road while you take in the caves.

Frequently Asked Questions

The road distance is approximately 100 to 110 kilometers depending on the exact route and your pickup point in the city, and the drive typically takes around two and a half to three hours one way.

Our one-way fares start from around Rs 2,500 for a hatchback like the Wagon R and go up to around Rs 8,400 for a larger vehicle like the Innova Hycross, depending on the car type and seating capacity you choose. Check the full fare table above for exact pricing by vehicle.

Both routes are used regularly, and each has its own advantage: the Phulambri-Sillod stretch is shorter and quieter, while the Jalgaon highway is wider in parts. Our drivers pick whichever route is smoother on your travel day based on current traffic and road conditions.

Yes, this is actually our most booked option. The car and driver stay with you through the day, wait near the base parking while you explore the caves, and bring you back to Aurangabad the same evening.

It is technically possible since Ellora is much closer to Aurangabad, but we generally recommend a two-day plan so you get unhurried time at each site. A rushed single day covering both often leaves visitors exhausted and short on time at Ajanta specifically.

Ajanta Caves are generally open from around 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and remain closed every Monday, so it is best to confirm your travel date does not fall on a Monday before booking your cab.

Private vehicles, including your Ashvik Cab taxi, stop at the designated base parking area, from where visitors take an ASI-operated shuttle bus for the final stretch up to the cave entrance. This shuttle ride is short and included as a separate minimal ticket.

Our quoted fare covers the car, driver, and fuel for the route discussed at booking. Toll charges, if any, parking fees at the caves, and driver allowance for round trips extending beyond standard hours are shared with you clearly at the time of booking, never added as a surprise afterward.

For a family of five to six with luggage, an Ertiga or Kia Carens offers comfortable seating for the three-hour drive each way, while a group of seven or more usually finds an Innova, Innova Crysta, or Tavera more comfortable for the same route.

Starting between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM works best, since it gets you to the base right around opening time, gives you cooler hours to walk through the caves, and leaves a comfortable buffer for the return drive before evening traffic sets in.

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