Aurangabad to Mahurgad Distance — Complete Route & Travel Guide

The Aurangabad to Mahurgad distance is approximately 317 km by road, typically covered in around 5 hours 53 minutes. Mahurgad (also known as Mahur), located in Nanded district, is home to the Renuka Devi Temple, one of the three and a half Shaktipiths of Maharashtra, drawing pilgrims from across the state and beyond.

Aurangabad to Mahurgad Distance — Quick Reference

The Aurangabad to Mahurgad distance is approximately 317 km, with the journey typically taking around 5 hours 53 minutes by road under normal traffic conditions.

Route Details

The route for Aurangabad to Mahurgad typically passes through Jalna, Washim, Pusad, and Kinwat before reaching Mahur, covering a mix of state and national highways across this stretch of Maharashtra. Given the considerable distance, most travellers treat this as a full-day journey each way, or plan an overnight stay near Mahur to allow for a relaxed darshan the following morning.

Travel Options

• Private taxi — the most flexible option for this long-distance route, allowing stops along the way and direct door-to-door travel.
• Train and road combination — travelling by train to Nanded (the more convenient railway junction, roughly 126 km from Mahur) and completing the final leg by road or local taxi.
• Bus — state transport and private operators connect major towns along this route, though total journey time is often longer than driving directly.

Given the long distance, a private taxi remains the most practical option for pilgrims wanting a direct, comfortable journey without multiple transfers. See our Aurangabad taxi service page for booking details.

If you’re planning other destinations from Aurangabad during your trip, see our Aurangabad to Ajanta and Ellora Caves distance guide, or our Aurangabad to Shani Shingnapur distance page for another popular pilgrimage route. For local travel, see our CIDCO Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar taxi service page, and for a broader Jyotirlinga circuit, our 3 Jyotirlinga tour package from Aurangabad.

Mahurgad to Aurangabad Distance

The Mahurgad to Aurangabad distance covers the same approximately 317 km route in reverse, with a similar travel time of around 5 hours 53 minutes by road.

About Mahurgad — Renuka Devi Shaktipith

Mahur is considered one of the three and a half Shaktipiths of Maharashtra, alongside Kolhapur, Tuljapur, and Saptashrungi, with Mahur representing the “half” since only the head of the goddess is said to be visible here. The Renuka Devi Temple sits atop a hillock roughly 2.4 km from Mahur village, and is believed to have been constructed by a Yadava king of Devgiri around eight to nine hundred years ago.

Mahur is also associated with the sage Dattatreya and includes other notable sites in the same hill complex, including Anasuya Mata temple and Datta Shikhar, making it a site of considerable religious significance beyond the Renuka Devi shrine alone. A major fair is held here every year on Dasara, drawing large numbers of devotees.

Best Time to Travel This Route

October to February offers the most comfortable travel conditions for this long-distance route, avoiding both summer heat and monsoon-related road conditions. Devotees planning around Dasara, when Mahur’s major annual fair takes place, should expect significantly heavier crowds and traffic, so extra planning around timing and accommodation is advisable during this period.

Travel Tips

• Plan for a full day or overnight stay given the roughly 6-hour one-way journey.
• Carry water and snacks for the long drive, particularly important on this route given fewer major towns along some stretches.
• Check Dasara fair dates in advance if planning to combine your visit with this major annual event.
• Wear comfortable footwear given the steps and hillside walking involved in reaching the Renuka Devi shrine.

Aurangabad to Mahurgad Distance — FAQs

1. What is the Aurangabad to Mahurgad distance?

The Aurangabad to Mahurgad distance is approximately 317 km, typically covered in around 5 hours 53 minutes by road.

2. What is the Mahurgad to Aurangabad distance?

The Mahurgad to Aurangabad distance is the same route in reverse, approximately 317 km, with a similar travel time.

3. What is Mahurgad famous for?

Mahurgad is famous for the Renuka Devi Temple, one of the three and a half Shaktipiths of Maharashtra, along with its association with the sage Dattatreya.

4. What is the nearest railway station to Mahurgad?

Kinwat is the nearest railway station at roughly 50 km, though Nanded, at approximately 126 km, is generally considered the more convenient major railway junction.

5. What is the best way to travel from Aurangabad to Mahurgad?

A private taxi offers the most direct and comfortable option for this long-distance route, given the considerable distance involved.