About Trimbakeshwar
Twenty-eight kilometres from Nashik, this Jyotirlinga marks the spot where the Godavari surfaces. Inside the sanctum sits a three-faced linga representing Brahma, Vishnu and Rudra. It's the only Jyotirlinga where Kalsarpa Dosh nivaran pujas are performed.
History
The eighth of the twelve Jyotirlingas, situated at the foot of the Brahmagiri hill from which the Godavari rises. The current black-stone temple was built by Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao between 1755 and 1786 in a fusion of Nagara and Hemadpanti styles. The unique three-faced linga (Tryambaka = three-eyed) inside the sanctum is constantly draped in gold and silver crowns, and is said to have been worn down to small pits over the centuries by ritual ablutions. Trimbakeshwar is the centre of the Kalsarpa Yog and Narayan Nagbali ceremonies — three-day rituals performed nowhere else in India to release ancestors believed trapped in spiritual debt. The 12-yearly Simhastha Nashik–Trimbak Kumbh Mela is one of India's four Kumbhs, drawing 10–20 million pilgrims to bathe at the Godavari's headwaters; the next is in 2027.
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Entry fees in your currency
- VIP Darshan₹200$…
- Kalsarpa Yog Puja₹2,500–₹15,000$…
- Narayan Nagbali Puja₹5,000–₹25,000$…
- Tripindi Shraddha₹1,500–₹5,000$…
Live INR rates, refreshed hourly. Confirm at the gate counter — entry fees may have changed since this page was updated.
Entry Fee · Tickets
How much does it cost to visit Trimbakeshwar?
Free general darshan. Special slots and rituals paid separately.
- VIP DarshanSkip-the-line during peak hours; book at the temple counter₹200
- Kalsarpa Yog Puja1-day to 3-day rituals; rate depends on priest and offerings₹2,500–₹15,000
- Narayan Nagbali Puja3-day ancestral rite; book through the temple trust₹5,000–₹25,000
- Tripindi ShraddhaSingle-day rite for ancestors₹1,500–₹5,000
- Open 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. all days
- Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons sometimes restrict puja bookings; verify before traveling
- Wear traditional dress (dhoti / saree) for major rituals — vendors near the temple rent on the day
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Travel Tips
- Non-Hindus are not allowed inside the sanctum but can darshan from the courtyard
- Brahmagiri trek (6 km, 2.5 hours up) starts behind the temple; the Godavari source is at the summit
- Kalsarpa puja booking takes a full day — fix a date 1–2 weeks ahead through a registered priest
- Pair with Anjaneri (Hanuman's birthplace, 7 km) and Pandavleni Caves (Nashik, 30 km)
- Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027: arrive 3+ days before peak bathing dates if you plan to attend
Temples & Heritage Sites
- Kushavarta Tirth — the sacred kund where the Godavari first surfaces, just outside the temple
- Brahmagiri summit shrine — the actual mountain source of the Godavari
- Anjaneri Hill — Hanuman's birthplace, 7 km
- Pandavleni Caves (Nashik) — 24 Buddhist rock-cut caves from the 1st century BCE, 30 km
How to Reach Trimbakeshwar
Trimbakeshwar is located in Maharashtra, India at coordinates 19.9319°N, 73.5293°E. You can reach Trimbakeshwar by air (nearest airport in Maharashtra), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.
How to reach Trimbakeshwar from major cities
Trimbakeshwar from Mumbai
~146 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹125 · 3h 18m
- State Bus (Deluxe) ₹285 · 3h 20m
- Train (3AC) ₹400 · 3h 6m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹2,205 · 2h 55m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹125) · Fastest: Outstation Cab (Sedan) (2h 55m).
Trimbakeshwar from Pune
~201 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹155 · 4h 15m
- State Bus (Deluxe) ₹380 · 4h 25m
- Train (3AC) ₹440 · 3h 58m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹2,910 · 3h 54m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹155) · Fastest: Outstation Cab (Sedan) (3h 54m).
Trimbakeshwar from Ahmedabad
~447 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹285 · 8h 33m
- Train (3AC) ₹760 · 7h 54m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹1,240 · 8h 32m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹6,110 · 8h 23m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹285) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (7h 54m).
Trimbakeshwar from Hyderabad
~743 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹440 · 13h 43m
- Train (3AC) ₹1,140 · 12h 38m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹2,010 · 13h 54m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹9,955 · 13h 45m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹440) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (12h 38m).
Trimbakeshwar from Jaipur
~1012 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹1,490 · 16h 57m
- Train (2AC) ₹2,165 · 16h 57m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹2,710 · 18h 48m
- Flight (Economy) ₹5,845 · 3h 58m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,490) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (3h 58m).
Trimbakeshwar from Bengaluru
~1109 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹1,615 · 18h 29m
- Train (2AC) ₹2,345 · 18h 29m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹2,965 · 20h 33m
- Flight (Economy) ₹6,190 · 4h 7m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,615) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 7m).
Fares are indicative estimates based on distance — verify with the operator before booking.
Planning Your Visit to Trimbakeshwar
Trimbakeshwar lies in Maharashtra, India, and ranks among the state’s most-visited pilgrimage destinations. The nearest major city and transport gateway is Mumbai, roughly 117 km away — most travellers route through Mumbai by air or rail before continuing on to Trimbakeshwar. Time your trip for October to March for the most comfortable weather.
Travelling from within India, Mumbai connects to every metro by daily domestic flights and the railway network, so Trimbakeshwar slots easily into a wider Maharashtra itinerary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best time to visit Trimbakeshwar?
- The best time to visit Trimbakeshwar is October to March.
- What are the top travel tips for Trimbakeshwar?
- Non-Hindus are not allowed inside the sanctum but can darshan from the courtyard. Brahmagiri trek (6 km, 2.5 hours up) starts behind the temple; the Godavari source is at the summit. Kalsarpa puja booking takes a full day — fix a date 1–2 weeks ahead through a registered priest. Pair with Anjaneri (Hanuman's birthplace, 7 km) and Pandavleni Caves (Nashik, 30 km). Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027: arrive 3+ days before peak bathing dates if you plan to attend.
- Where is Trimbakeshwar located?
- Trimbakeshwar is in Maharashtra, India, at 19.9319° N, 73.5293° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Mumbai, about 117 km away.
- What are the best places to visit near Trimbakeshwar?
- Top attractions near Trimbakeshwar include Bhimashankar (about 96 km away), Shirdi Sai Baba Temple (about 101 km away), Gateway of India (about 134 km away) — all easy to combine on a Maharashtra trip.
- How to reach Trimbakeshwar from Mumbai?
- Trimbakeshwar is about 146 km from Mumbai. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹125, 3h 18m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹285, 3h 20m), Train (3AC) (~₹400, 3h 6m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹125) and the fastest is Outstation Cab (Sedan) (2h 55m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Trimbakeshwar from Pune?
- Trimbakeshwar is about 201 km from Pune. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹155, 4h 15m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹380, 4h 25m), Train (3AC) (~₹440, 3h 58m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹155) and the fastest is Outstation Cab (Sedan) (3h 54m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Trimbakeshwar from Ahmedabad?
- Trimbakeshwar is about 447 km from Ahmedabad. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹285, 8h 33m), Train (3AC) (~₹760, 7h 54m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,240, 8h 32m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹285) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (7h 54m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
