1. The Entry Point
Cruise past the Khalapur Toll Plaza on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and stay alert for the new Missing Link signage soon after the Khopoli exit.
Your Exact Route from Mumbai / Navi Mumbai
Follow these simple steps to reach CityGo Stays quickly using the new Missing Link bypass and the Kusgaon exit.
2. The New Split
Take the dedicated 8-lane access corridor for cars and light vehicles toward the Missing Link bypass. This is the new route that avoids the old Lonavala-Khandala ghat entirely.
Important: Bikes are not allowed on the Missing Link. Two-wheelers should use the old NH-48 route instead.
3. The Experience
Glide over the 650-meter Tiger Valley cable-stayed bridge and travel through the 8.92 km twin tunnels beneath Lonavala Lake for a fast, comfortable drive.
4. The Exit
The Missing Link ends at Kusgaon near the Sinhgad Institute junction. Take the Kusgaon/Lonavala exit and follow the property directions to CityGo Stays.
Why You’ll Love This Route
- ✔️ 30+ minutes saved compared to the old Khandala ghat route.
- 🚘 100% ghat-free, safer journey without steep gradients or landslide-prone hairpins.
- 🚫 No heavy trucks on this corridor, so private cars enjoy an uninterrupted ride.
- 🌉 Architectural drive over the Tiger Valley bridge and through Asia’s widest tunnels.
Pro Tips for Your Missing Link Drive
Monsoon Ready
The tunnels feature advanced SCADA monitoring, ventilation and water-mist fire suppression for a safe rainy-season drive.
Keep Moving
Stopping on the Tiger Valley bridge or inside the tunnel is prohibited. Enjoy the view safely as you drive through.
From Pune?
Use the standard expressway up to Kusgaon and avoid the downhill ghat entirely on the return journey.
Direct Route Map
Open the exact Google Maps link to follow our recommended route from the Missing Link exit all the way to the villa.
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Check Rates & Available Weekends NowFAQs: How to use the Mumbai-Pune Missing Link to reach us
What is the speed limit?
The Missing Link allows high-speed travel with posted limits up to 120 km/h in designated sections. Drive safely and follow signage.
Where do I exit?
Exit at Kusgaon/Lonavala right after the tunnel. From there, follow our exact property directions to reach CityGo Stays within minutes.
Are bikes allowed?
No. The Missing Link is designed for cars and light passenger vehicles. Bike riders should use the old NH-48 route.
Does it bypass the Lonavala toll plaza?
Yes. The new route bypasses the older Lonavala-Khandala ghat section and avoids the traditional toll plaza traffic points.