Nashik is one of the best starting points for a Jyotirlinga yatra. Trimbakeshwar is on its doorstep, four more Maharashtra Jyotirlingas are within a day's drive, and Ujjain and Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh are a single long drive away.
This guide lists the approximate road distance and driving time from Nashik to each of the 12 Jyotirlingas, groups them into circuits that work by road, and shows how to estimate vehicle cost using published per-km rates from Har Har Mahadev Tours & Travels.
Distances are approximate and depend on the route and stops. Use them for planning, and ask for a trip-specific quote before booking.
Distance and Driving Time from Nashik to Each Jyotirlinga
Some traditions count Parli Vaijnath in Maharashtra as the Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga, others count Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar, Jharkhand. Both are listed so you can plan either.
| Jyotirlinga | Location | Approx one-way road distance | Approx driving time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimbakeshwar | Nashik, Maharashtra | 30 km | 1 hour |
| Grishneshwar | Ellora, Maharashtra | 170-190 km | 4 to 5 hours |
| Bhimashankar | Pune district, Maharashtra | 180-210 km | 5 to 6 hours |
| Parli Vaijnath | Beed district, Maharashtra | 390-420 km | 8 to 9 hours |
| Aundha Nagnath | Hingoli district, Maharashtra | 400-440 km | 8 to 9 hours |
| Omkareshwar | Khandwa district, Madhya Pradesh | 400-430 km | 8 to 9 hours |
| Mahakaleshwar | Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh | 470-500 km | 9 to 10 hours |
| Somnath | Gir Somnath, Gujarat | 850-950 km | 17 to 19 hours |
| Nageshwar | Near Dwarka, Gujarat | 900-950 km | 18 to 19 hours |
| Mallikarjuna | Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh | 850-950 km | 17 to 19 hours |
| Kashi Vishwanath | Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh | 1,350-1,450 km | 2 days |
| Rameshwaram | Tamil Nadu | 1,650-1,750 km | 2 to 3 days |
| Kedarnath | Uttarakhand (road ends at Sonprayag) | 1,700-1,800 km | 3 days, then trek |
| Baidyanath | Deoghar, Jharkhand | 1,800-1,950 km | 3 days |
Jyotirlinga Circuits That Work by Road from Nashik
Kashi Vishwanath, Kedarnath, Baidyanath, Mallikarjuna, and Rameshwaram are usually planned as separate long yatras, or combined with a North India or South India tour.
| Circuit | Jyotirlingas | Approx total km | Suggested days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra circuit | Trimbakeshwar, Bhimashankar, Grishneshwar, Aundha Nagnath, Parli Vaijnath | 1,100-1,250 km | 4 to 6 days |
| Madhya Pradesh circuit | Omkareshwar, Mahakaleshwar | 1,000-1,100 km | 3 to 4 days |
| Gujarat circuit | Somnath, Nageshwar (with Dwarka) | 2,000-2,200 km | 6 to 8 days |
| Short Maharashtra trip | Trimbakeshwar, Grishneshwar | About 400 km | 1 to 2 days |
Vehicle Cost per 1,000 km
Vehicle fare is the per-km rate multiplied by total kilometres. This table shows the base fare for every 1,000 km, so you can multiply by your circuit distance.
| Vehicle | Seats | Rate (AC) | Base fare per 1,000 km |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innova Crysta | 7-8 | ₹18/km | ₹18,000 |
| Tempo traveller | 13 | ₹25/km | ₹25,000 |
| Tempo traveller | 17 | ₹28/km | ₹28,000 |
| Force Urbania | 16 | ₹33/km | ₹33,000 |
| Tempo traveller | 26 | ₹37/km | ₹37,000 |
| Bus | 35 | ₹60/km | ₹60,000 |
| Bus | 49 | ₹70/km | ₹70,000 |
Worked Example: Maharashtra Circuit in a 17 Seater
A group of 15 doing the Maharashtra circuit of about 1,150 km in a 17 seater AC tempo traveller pays a base fare of 1,150 × ₹28 = ₹32,200. That is roughly ₹2,150 per person before extras.
Add tolls, parking at each temple, and driver allowance of about ₹300-₹500 per day. Outstation trips also carry a minimum of 250-300 km per day, so a slow 6-day plan may be billed on the daily minimum rather than actual distance.
Tips for a Comfortable Jyotirlinga Yatra
- Start early each day so darshan happens before the heat and the queues
- Keep driving under 8 to 9 hours a day when senior citizens are travelling
- Book Mahakaleshwar Bhasma Aarti on the official temple website well in advance
- Avoid Mondays in Shravan and Mahashivratri unless darshan on that day is the goal
- Use the same vehicle and driver for the whole circuit to avoid changeovers
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Jyotirlinga is nearest to Nashik?
Trimbakeshwar, about 30 km from Nashik city. Grishneshwar near Ellora and Bhimashankar are the next closest, both within about 170-210 km.
How many Jyotirlingas are in Maharashtra?
Five are commonly counted in Maharashtra: Trimbakeshwar, Bhimashankar, Grishneshwar, Aundha Nagnath, and Parli Vaijnath. All five can be covered from Nashik in 4 to 6 days by road.
Can all 12 Jyotirlingas be done in one trip from Nashik?
It is possible but takes three weeks or more by road. Most families split it into circuits: Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat by road, with the rest as separate yatras.
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