Pune, India → Bangalore, India · ✈ 1h 25min · 🚗 11h 57min
397 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: southeast
The distance from Pune to Bangalore is 735 km (457 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 25min.
The straight-line distance from Pune, India to Bangalore, India is approximately 735 kilometers (457 miles or 397 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Bangalore is located southeast of Pune. Pune is in Asia, in the West India region of India, while Bangalore is in Asia, in South India, India. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 735 km | ~1h 25min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~956 km | ~11h 57min | Feasible with breaks |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~882 km | ~7h 21min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Pune to Bangalore. For 735 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 956 km, fuel costs for driving from Pune to Bangalore are approximately $76–$143 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Pune sits at 18.5204°N, 73.8567°E, while Bangalore is located at 12.9716°N, 77.5946°E. The initial compass bearing from Pune to Bangalore is 147° (SSE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Pune heading roughly SSE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 5.55° and the longitude difference is 3.74°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Pune and Bangalore is approximately 15.7540°N, 75.7512°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 368 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Pune and Bangalore share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Pune is a major city in India with a population of approximately 3,124,458. Located in the West India region, it is an important hub in Asia. Pune is a significant metropolitan area in India with good domestic and international transport connections.
Bangalore is a notable city in India with a population of approximately 8,443,675. Situated in the South India region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Bangalore is one of India's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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735 km is a medium-distance route, similar to traveling across a mid-sized European country. A flight covers this distance quickly, but driving or rail travel remains feasible for those who prefer ground transport. For reference, New York to Chicago is about 1,150 km.
At 735 km, the Pune-Bangalore route is about 1.8% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 25min.
Combined, Pune and Bangalore have a population of over 11,568,133 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Pune to Bangalore is approximately 735 kilometers (457 miles, 397 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 25min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 11h 57min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Bangalore is approximately Same timezone compared to Pune.
The estimated road distance is approximately 956 km, which is about 30% longer than the 735 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.