A Pune airport group transfer by bus is the simplest way to move 20 to 50 people from Lohegaon to a hotel, wedding venue, office campus or resort in one go. Instead of booking eight or ten cabs, chasing drivers on the phone and waiting for the last car to arrive, the whole group walks out, boards one bus and leaves together.
We handle airport bus transfers for wedding families, corporate delegations, sports teams and tour groups every week. This guide covers how pickup works at the new terminal, which bus size to book, what it costs and what details to share so nothing goes wrong on the day.
If your group is smaller, between 8 and 20 people, our earlier guide on the best vehicles for Pune airport group transfers compares Urbania, tempo traveller and car options in detail.
When Does a Bus Make Sense for an Airport Transfer?
A bus is the right choice when:
- Your group has 20 or more people landing on the same flight or within an hour of each other
- Everyone is going to the same destination, such as a hotel, venue or office
- There is a lot of luggage, which is common for weddings, conferences and family events
- You want the group to arrive together, for example for a welcome event or check in
For a group of 25, a bus is usually cheaper than five or six separate cabs, and much easier to manage, especially for late night arrivals when app cabs show surge pricing.
How Pickup Works at the New Pune Airport Terminal
All flights at Pune airport moved to the New Integrated Terminal Building in March 2025. Since then, the airport and AeroMall have tightened rules for vehicles near the terminal to reduce congestion.
In practice, this is what a group pickup looks like:
- Commercial vehicles are not allowed to wait in front of the arrival gate. Our bus waits in the designated commercial parking area.
- Once the group has collected luggage, the coordinator calls the driver. The driver shares the exact boarding point on call or WhatsApp.
- For large groups, the group may need to walk a short distance or take the airport feeder bus towards AeroMall, depending on the rules on that day.
- For drop at the airport, buses can drop passengers at the departure side and leave immediately.
Airport rules change from time to time. Our drivers do airport runs daily and confirm the current pickup point before your flight lands, so you do not have to worry about it.
Which Bus Size to Book for an Airport Group Transfer
Luggage decides the bus size at the airport more than seat count. Every passenger usually has a check in bag and a cabin bag, so plan for that.
- 20 to 26 people: A 26 seater tempo traveller or a 32 seater bus if luggage is heavy.
- 27 to 32 people: A 32 seater bus. For a wedding party with big bags, consider moving up to a 40 seater.
- 33 to 40 people: A 40 seater bus with a full luggage boot.
- 41 to 50 people: A 50 seater luxury bus. One bus, one boarding, one arrival.
For a detailed comparison of these sizes, see our 32 vs 40 vs 50 seater bus guide.
Pune Airport Bus Transfer Cost
Airport transfers inside Pune and PCMC are billed as a local package. Transfers to places outside the city, like Lonavala or Mahabaleshwar, are billed as outstation trips.
Within Pune city (local package, 8 hrs / 80 km)
- 32 seater AC bus: ₹10,000
- 40 seater Non AC bus: ₹9,500
- 40 seater AC bus: ₹11,000
This covers most airport runs to Koregaon Park, Kharadi, Viman Nagar, Baner, Hinjewadi, Wakad and Pimpri Chinchwad. Extra hours and extra km are charged as per the package.
Airport to outstation (billed on 300 km minimum per day)
- 32 seater AC bus at ₹50/km: about ₹15,000 for a one day trip
- 40 seater AC bus at ₹58/km: about ₹17,400 for a one day trip
Popular outstation airport transfers include Lonavala resorts (about 80 km), Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani (about 130 km) and Lavasa. Toll, parking and driver allowance are extra.
Airport Bus Transfer for Weddings
Wedding families often have guests landing on different flights across a day. For these, we suggest:
- One big bus for the main group landing together, usually the baraat or the bride’s family
- A smaller Force Urbania or car for guests on early or late flights
- A printed guest list with flight numbers given to the driver
- Water bottles in the bus, because guests are often tired after the flight
Read our wedding guest transportation guide for Pune for the full planning checklist.
Airport Bus Transfer for Corporate Teams
For conferences, offsites and client visits, what matters most is timing and billing.
- Share the flight numbers so the driver can track delays
- Ask for a GST invoice if your company needs one for reimbursement
- If the team is going to Hinjewadi or Magarpatta, plan for heavy evening traffic on the airport road and the Pune to Bangalore highway
- For repeated daily transfers between hotel and office during a conference, a full day package is often cheaper than separate one way trips
What to Share When You Book
To avoid confusion on the day, send us these details at the time of booking:
- Flight number, date and expected landing time
- Number of passengers and approximate number of bags
- Name and phone number of the group coordinator
- Drop address with a Google Maps pin
- Any elders or wheelchair users in the group
For smaller groups or single families, our Pune airport pickup and drop cab guide covers sedan and SUV options.
Book Your Airport Group Bus with Shelke Travels
Shelke Travels has been running group transport in Pune for over 30 years. Our drivers track your flight, reach before landing time and handle the boarding point coordination for you. Call or WhatsApp 84840 68364 with your flight details and group size, or send them through our contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a bus pick up passengers right outside the Pune airport arrival gate?
Commercial vehicles are not allowed to wait at the arrival gate of the new terminal. The bus waits in the designated commercial parking area and the driver guides the group to the boarding point.
What is the cost of a 32 seater bus for a Pune airport transfer?
For drops within Pune city, a 32 seater AC bus costs ₹10,000 on an 8 hour, 80 km local package. Outstation transfers are billed at ₹50/km with a 300 km minimum.
What happens if our flight is delayed?
Share your flight number at booking. The driver tracks the flight and reaches according to the actual landing time. Long delays may add waiting charges as per the package.
Which bus is best for 40 people with luggage from Pune airport?
A 40 seater bus fits 40 people, but with full airport luggage a 50 seater gives more boot space and a more comfortable ride.
Do you provide airport bus transfers at night?
Yes. We run airport pickups and drops 24 hours a day, including early morning and late night flights.
Can we book one bus for guests arriving on different flights?
It works if the flights land within an hour or so of each other. For flights spread across the day, a mix of one bus and smaller vehicles is usually better.
