How to Reach Shivneri School, Junnar: Distance from Pune, Mumbai and Nearby Cities
Shivneri School & Junior College is at Khanapur on the Narayangaon-Junnar Road, Taluka Junnar, Dist. Pune. It is about 75 km from Pune via the Pune-Nashik Highway (NH60) and about 150 km from Mumbai via Kalyan and Malshej Ghat. While Malshej Ghat status is unclear, Mumbai families can use the Expressway route below.
Shivneri School & Junior College, Khanapur, Narayangaon-Junnar Road, Taluka Junnar, Dist. Pune, Maharashtra 410502
Phone: +91 8208432877 | +91 7559215292 | 02132-295005
Email: info@shivnerischool.com
Route status: Mumbai, Thane and Kalyan to Shivneri School
Last checked 29 Sep 2026. Road conditions change. Please check before you travel.
Is Malshej Ghat open?
Malshej Ghat on NH61 (Kalyan-Ahilyanagar highway) was shut in late July 2026 after the road caved in near Karanjale village. News reports from 25 to 27 September 2026 describe vehicles, including ST buses, using the ghat again, but we have not found an official reopening notice. Please check the latest traffic updates before you set out.
Route options from Mumbai, Thane and Kalyan
Distances are approximate. Travel times vary with traffic, weather and ghat conditions, so we do not quote exact drive times. For help planning your journey, call +91 8208432877, +91 7559215292 or 02132-295005, or email info@shivnerischool.com.
Sources: Punekar News, 26 Jul 2026; Free Press Journal, 28 Jul 2026; Ahmednagar Live24, 28 Jul 2026.
Distance from nearby cities
| City | Approx. road distance | Approx. travel time | Main route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pune | about 75 km | 2 to 2.5 hours (approximate, varies with traffic) | Pune-Nashik Highway (NH60) via Chakan, Rajgurunagar, Manchar and Narayangaon, then Narayangaon-Junnar Road |
| Mumbai | about 150 km via Malshej Ghat; about 200 km via the Expressway | Varies, see Route status above | Now: Mumbai-Pune Expressway to Talegaon, then via Chakan onto NH60 to Narayangaon. Shorter: Kalyan, Murbad and Malshej Ghat, once the ghat is confirmed open |
| Thane | about 135 km via Malshej Ghat | Varies, see Route status above | Via Kalyan, Murbad and Malshej Ghat once confirmed open; otherwise the Expressway and NH60 route as for Mumbai |
| Navi Mumbai | about 140 km via Malshej Ghat | Varies, see Route status above | Mumbai-Pune Expressway to Talegaon, then via Chakan onto NH60 to Narayangaon; or via Kalyan and Malshej Ghat once confirmed open |
| Nashik | about 130 km | 2.5 to 3 hours (approximate, varies with traffic) | Nashik-Pune Highway (NH60) via Sinnar, Sangamner, Alephata and Narayangaon, then Narayangaon-Junnar Road |
| Ahmednagar (Ahilyanagar) | about 100 km | 2 to 2.5 hours (approximate, varies with traffic) | Via Alephata, then towards Junnar |
| Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | about 210 km | 4 to 4.5 hours (approximate, varies with traffic) | Via Ahmednagar and Alephata, then towards Junnar |
Nearest airport, railway stations and bus stands
- Airport: Pune International Airport (Lohegaon), about 85 km by road.
- Railway stations: Pune Junction, about 90 km. From the Mumbai side, Kalyan Junction is about 110 km via Malshej Ghat; check the Route status above before using this road. Taxis are available at both stations.
- Bus (MSRTC / ST): Junnar bus stand is the closest stand to the campus. Narayangaon bus stand, on the Pune-Nashik Highway, is another convenient stop on the Pune route. ST services between Kalyan or Mumbai and Junnar via Malshej Ghat were disrupted in July 2026, so please check current timings with the ST depot. From either stand, take a local auto or taxi to Khanapur.
Pickup and drop
The school provides pickup and drop at term start and end. It does not provide pickup or drop for admission or enquiry visits.
What is near the campus
The campus is in Junnar taluka. Shivneri Fort, the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, overlooks Junnar town, and the Ashtavinayak temples at Lenyadri and Ozar are in the same taluka.
Plan your visit
To arrange a campus visit, book it online, call or WhatsApp +91 8208432877, or email info@shivnerischool.com.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Shivneri School from Pune?
Shivneri School is about 75 km from Pune. Most families drive up the Pune-Nashik Highway (NH60) through Chakan, Rajgurunagar, Manchar and Narayangaon, then take the Narayangaon-Junnar Road to Khanapur. The drive takes roughly 2 to 2.5 hours (approximate, varies with traffic), depending on where in Pune you start and on traffic around Chakan.
How far is Shivneri School from Mumbai and Thane?
The school is about 150 km from Mumbai and about 135 km from Thane by the shortest road, through Kalyan, Murbad and Malshej Ghat. Malshej Ghat was shut in late July 2026, so check its status first. The Mumbai-Pune Expressway and Pune-Nashik Highway route avoids the ghat and is about 200 km.
Is Malshej Ghat open?
Malshej Ghat on NH61 (Kalyan-Ahilyanagar highway) was shut in late July 2026 after the road caved in near Karanjale village. News reports from 25 to 27 September 2026 describe vehicles, including ST buses, using the ghat again, but no official reopening notice has been found. Check the latest traffic updates before you travel.
How to reach Shivneri School from Mumbai now?
The most reliable route now is the Mumbai-Pune Expressway to Talegaon, then via Chakan onto the Pune-Nashik Highway (NH60) through Rajgurunagar, Manchar and Narayangaon, then the Narayangaon-Junnar Road to Khanapur. The shorter Kalyan, Murbad and Malshej Ghat route, about 150 km, can be used once you confirm the ghat is open.
How far is Shivneri School from Nashik, Ahmednagar and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar?
From Nashik the school is about 130 km via Sinnar, Sangamner and Alephata. Ahmednagar is about 100 km via Alephata, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar about 210 km via Ahmednagar and Alephata. Approximate drive times, which vary with traffic, are 2.5 to 3 hours, 2 to 2.5 hours and 4 to 4.5 hours respectively.
Which is the nearest airport and railway station to Shivneri School?
The nearest airport is Pune International Airport at Lohegaon, about 85 km by road. Pune Junction railway station is about 90 km away. Families coming from the Mumbai side can use Kalyan Junction, about 110 km away via Malshej Ghat, after checking that the ghat is open. Taxis are available at all three.
How can I reach Shivneri School by bus?
MSRTC (ST) buses run to Junnar and Narayangaon. Junnar bus stand is the closest to the campus, and Narayangaon bus stand on the Pune-Nashik Highway is a convenient stop on the Pune route. ST services from Kalyan and Mumbai via Malshej Ghat were disrupted in July 2026, so please check current timings with the depot.
Does the school provide pickup and drop?
The school provides pickup and drop at term start and end. It does not provide pickup or drop for admission or enquiry visits.
Can we visit the campus?
Yes. To arrange a campus visit, book it online, call or WhatsApp +91 8208432877, or email info@shivnerischool.com.
What is near Shivneri School?
The campus is in Junnar taluka, an area rich in history. Shivneri Fort, the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, overlooks Junnar town, and the Ashtavinayak temples at Lenyadri and Ozar are in the same taluka. Visiting families can easily combine a campus trip with a stop at these places.
Book a campus visit
Pick a day and a time online, and plan your route with the Route status above.
Book a campus visitFamilies from nearby cities can read our pages for parents near Pune, near Mumbai, near Nashik and near Thane, and in Junnar taluka. More answers are on our parent FAQs page.