Which is better, bus or train?

The train is faster, but buses offer more frequent connectivity.

Yes, Ola and Uber are readily available.

Yes, it is a safe and well-connected route.

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Nigdi to Pune

Updated: 28 May 2026

Nigdi is a suburb of the Pimpri-Chinchwad area, located about 18 km from Pune city center. You can commute via the PMPML bus network, which is highly frequent, or take a local train from Akurdi station to Pune Junction. The Old Mumbai-Pune Highway connects these two points directly. During peak hours, traffic can be heavy, so plan your travel accordingly.

Total Distance: 18 km driving distance, 16 km straight-line.

Fastest Way

Local train takes 30 minutes from Akurdi to Pune Junction.

Cheapest Way

Local train is the most economical and fastest mode.

Compare Nigdi to Pune Routes

	Train Direct	Bus Direct
Duration	30 mins	1 hour
Avg Price	10 - 30 INR	20 - 50 INR
Operator	Indian Railways	PMPML
Route	Akurdi Station to Pune Junction	Nigdi Bus Stand to Pune Station/Swargate
Tip	Local trains are the fastest way to avoid highway traffic.	Use the PMPML app for real-time bus tracking.

Travel Tips

Bus Pass
If you commute daily, get a PMPML monthly pass to save money.
Peak Hours
Avoid the highway between 8 AM and 10 AM to escape heavy traffic.
Train Timing
Check the local train schedule as they are not as frequent as buses.
Parking
Parking at Pune station is limited; prefer public transport.
Navigation
Use Google Maps for live traffic updates on the highway.