What is the total distance from Pune to Mumbai via the Expressway?

The Pune-Mumbai Expressway (NH 48 / Yashwantrao Chavan Expressway) is 94.5 km long, connecting Dehu Road (Pune side) to Khopoli (Mumbai side). Add the access roads — from central Pune to Dehu Road (12–18 km) and from Khopoli to your Mumbai destination (40–60 km for Western suburbs, 30–40 km for Navi Mumbai) — and the total door-to-door distance is typically 145–170 km depending on your area.

How many toll plazas are there on the Pune–Mumbai Expressway and how much is the toll?

There are 2 main toll plazas on the Expressway: Urse Toll (Pune side, km 19) and Khalapur Toll (Mumbai side, km 73). As of January 2026: Urse one-way car toll ?315, Khalapur one-way car toll ?245. Return journey: ?560 combined. Monthly pass available for frequent commuters. GoZevv fares include all toll charges — you pay nothing extra.

Where are the best rest stops on the Pune–Mumbai Expressway?

Best verified rest stops on NH 48: (1) Urse Toll area — petrol pumps, basic snacks, 19 km from Dehu Road entry; (2) Rasayani Rest Stop (km 52, Mumbai side) — McDonald's, food court, clean restrooms, EV charging (2 x CCS2 chargers); (3) Khopoli Service Areas — multiple fuel stations + food stalls near Khopoli exit. Note: The expressway has periodic temporary closures of specific rest areas — check NHAI announcements before travel.

Is driving on the Pune–Mumbai Expressway safe in the monsoon?

Moderate caution needed. The Khandala Ghat section of the expressway (km 65–74) descends approximately 600 metres over 8 km with sweeping curves and occasional fog in monsoon (July–September). Speed limit drops to 60 km/h on the descent. Debris and slide accumulation in the km 66–68 stretch has caused temporary closures in past years. Check MSRDC's road condition helpline (1800-22-5500) before monsoon travel. GoZevv pauses or reroutes trips during MSRDC-issued safety advisories.

Are there EV charging stations on the Pune–Mumbai Expressway?

Yes — three verified charging points as of early 2026: (1) Rasayani Rest Stop (km 52) — 2 x 50kW CCS2 DC fast chargers (operator: Tata Power EV); (2) Khopoli exit fuel station — 1 x 25kW AC Type-2 charger; (3) Khalapur HPCL pump — 1 x 30kW CCS charger (being upgraded). For the MG Windsor EV on the GoZevv fleet: the 38 kWh battery provides 331 km MIDC range, meaning Pune–Mumbai (150 km) is completed without needing a charge stop in normal conditions.

How long does it take to travel from Pune to Mumbai by cab?

Typical travel times on the Pune–Mumbai Expressway by cab: Off-peak (Tue–Thu, 9 AM–4 PM): 2 hrs 45 min — 3 hrs 15 min. Peak (Friday 5–9 PM): 3 hrs 30 min — 5 hrs (Mumbai suburban traffic). Monday morning (7–10 AM): 3 hrs 15 min — 4 hrs 30 min. Monsoon weekend: add 30–60 min for Khandala Ghat section caution. GoZevv drivers factor in buffer time for flight/meeting arrival and use live traffic data for departure timing advice.

What is the speed limit on the Pune–Mumbai Expressway?

Speed limits on NH 48 Expressway: Cars/SUVs: 100 km/h (maximum). Minimum speed: 40 km/h (MSRDC expressway rules). Trucks/buses: 80 km/h max. Khandala Ghat descent section: 60 km/h mandatory for all vehicles. Tunnels on access roads (Katraj): 40 km/h. Average speed cameras (ANPR) operate between Urse and Khalapur — sustained speeding above 100 km/h triggers automated challan to the registered vehicle owner. The MV Act 2019 imposes ?5,000 fine + possible licence suspension for exceeding expressway speed limits.

Pune–Mumbai Expressway Complete Guide 2026 — Tolls, Pit Stops, EV Charging & Safety

About the Yashwantrao Chavan Expressway (NH 48)

Inaugurated in 2002 as India's first 6-lane expressway, the Pune–Mumbai Expressway — officially the Yashwantrao Chavan Expressway (YCE) and numbered NH 48 — is 94.5 km of controlled-access highway connecting Dehu Road (Pune) to Khopoli (Navi Mumbai/Raigad). The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) maintains it.

The highway has no traffic signals, no grade crossings, and higher speed limits than any other road on the corridor — making it the only practical choice for cab travel. The Old Mumbai–Pune Highway (NH 48 Old / Pune-Mumbai via Khandala) remains an alternative but is slower due to villages, trucks, and sections of poor road quality.

The Route Kilometre-by-Kilometre

Km Mark	Landmark / Feature	Notes for Travellers
0	Dehu Road / Katraj Entry (Pune)	Merge from Katraj bypass; dense traffic 7–10 AM
12	Talegaon exit	Last petrol station before toll; fuel up here if needed
19	Urse Toll Plaza	?315 one-way for car; ~10-min queue on weekends
32	Kamshet area	Panoramic Sahyadri views; popular paragliding zone nearby
47	Khandala Ghat ascent begins	Gradient visible; automatic braking on trucks, slow lane
52	Rasayani Rest Stop (access road)	Best rest stop: McDonald's, clean toilets, EV chargers
62	Lonavala area / tunnel section	Cool weather; fog in monsoon — reduce speed
65	Khandala Ghat descent begins	620 m elevation drop in 8 km; 60 km/h limit, mandatory
73	Khalapur Toll Plaza	?245 one-way for car; EV charger at adjacent HPCL pump
80	Khopoli / Rasayani fork	Mumbai area begins; choose correct fork (Panvel/Eastern vs Thane/Western)
94.5	Expressway ends at Mumbai Entry	Merge with Mumbai–Pune Bypass / Agra Road

Toll Costs in Detail (2026)

MSRDC last revised expressway toll rates in April 2025. Current rates:

Toll Plaza	Car / Jeep / Van	SUV / LCV	Monthly Pass (car)
Urse Toll (Pune side)	?315	?430	?5,200
Khalapur Toll (Mumbai side)	?245	?335	?4,100
Combined one-way	?560	?765	?
Return (same day)	?490 (10% discount)	?670	?

FASTag is mandatory on the Expressway. Non-FASTag vehicles are charged 2x toll. GoZevv vehicles carry FASTag — no cash delay at toll booths.

Rest Stops & Food on the Expressway

The expressway has limited official rest areas. Here's the practical reality:

Rasayani Rest Stop (km 52 access road) — Best Option

Turn off at the Rasayani/Patalganga exit (km 52 from Dehu Road). 3-minute detour off the expressway. Has: McDonald's (reliable quality, 6 AM?midnight), clean Sulabh toilets (?5), two Tata Power EV CCS2 fast chargers (50 kW, typically 15–20 min for 20% charge top-up). This is GoZevv's default rest stop for rides exceeding 2.5 hours.

Khopoli Area (km 80+)

Multiple roadside dhabas and chai stalls. Less standardised but good for quick chai/snack. If you've been on the road since Pune and need a break before Mumbai city traffic, this is the logical point. Approximately 30–50 minutes from most Mumbai destinations after this point.

What to Avoid

Stopping on the expressway shoulder (illegal; ?2,000 fine, tow risk). The Highway Patrol is active.

EV Charging Stations — 2026 Map

For the MG Windsor EV (full range: 310–330 km in optimal conditions, 250–280 km in real-world expressway at 90–100 km/h with A/C): a full charge from Pune comfortably covers the 150 km trip with over 100 km range remaining. Charging stops are optional, not required. For reference:

Urse (km 19): HP petrol pump — 1 x 25 kW AC Type-2 charger (slow, 4–6 hrs for full charge)
Rasayani (km 52): 2 x 50 kW DC CCS2 + CHAdeMO (Tata Power) — adds ~80 km range in 20 min
Khalapur (km 73): HPCL pump — 1 x 30 kW CCS charger (being upgraded to 120 kW per FAME-III plan)
Khopoli (km 82): Shell pump — 1 x 7.4 kW AC charger (too slow for intercity use)

The Khandala Ghat Section — Safety Guide

The Khandala Ghat section on the expressway (km 65–74) is the route's most demanding stretch. Note: the term "Bhor Ghat" technically refers to the mountain pass on the old NH48 highway; the expressway runs through the same Western Ghats range on its own modern alignment. Starting from the Khandala plateau at ~600 m elevation, the road descends approximately 600 metres over 8 km with a maximum gradient of around 8%. What you need to know:

Speed limit: 60 km/h strictly enforced; average speed cameras active
Lanes: The outer (left) lane is designated for truck/heavy vehicle slow descent; cars should use middle or right lanes
Monsoon specific (July–September): Fog visibility can drop to under 50 metres at 5–8 AM; MSRDC issues Yellow/Orange/Red advisories. Expressway may be closed to heavy vehicles during Red alerts. Check MSRDC helpline 1800-22-5500 before departure
EV advantage on the descent: Regenerative braking on electric vehicles (like MG Windsor) recovers 5–8% battery charge during the descent, while diesel/petrol vehicles rely on engine braking and heat dissipation
Landslide history: The km 66–68 area has experienced debris/slide accumulation during heavy monsoon rain in past years; MSRDC's maintenance team monitors this section 24/7 during the June–September season

Travel Time by Departure Window

Departure Window	Day	Express. Time	+Mumbai Traffic	Door-to-Door
4:00–6:00 AM	Any	2 hrs 20 min	+25–40 min	2h 45m?3h
7:00–9:00 AM	Mon–Fri	2 hrs 30 min	+60–90 min	3h 30m?4h
10:00 AM–3:00 PM	Tue–Thu	2 hrs 30 min	+40–60 min	3h 10m?3h 30m
4:00–7:00 PM	Fri	3 hrs 0 min	+90–180 min	4h 30m?6h
6:00–9:00 PM	Sat	2 hrs 45 min	+60–90 min	3h 45m?4h 30m
8:00 AM–2:00 PM	Sun	2 hrs 30 min	+30–50 min	3h?3h 20m

Mumbai suburban traffic (Eastern/Western Express Highway, Bandra, BKC) completely dominates total journey time on peak days. The expressway is rarely the bottleneck — Mumbai's last 25–40 km is.

Expressway Regulations You Need to Know

No stopping on the expressway carriageway or shoulder except emergencies — ?2,000 fine
FASTag mandatory — non-FASTag vehicles charged 2x toll at all plazas
Two-wheelers prohibited on the expressway entirely
Average speed cameras between Urse and Khalapur; sustained speeding (>100 km/h) generates automated challan to registered vehicle owner
Drinking and driving: ?10,000 fine + licence suspension + overnight impound under MV Act 2019
Seat belts mandatory for all occupants including rear seat — ?1,000 per unbelted occupant

Pune–Mumbai Expressway Complete Travel Guide 2026 — Tolls, Pit Stops, EV Charging & Safety