One Day Trip to Shirdi & Shani Shingnapur: Temple Timings, Route & Darshan Tips

Shirdi, located in Maharashtra’s Ahmednagar district, is one of India’s most revered pilgrimage destinations dedicated to Shirdi Sai Baba. Devotees from all over the world visit here for blessings, peace, and spiritual comfort. If you’re planning a Shirdi one-day trip, this travel guide gives you a complete plan: Darshan timings, must-visit temples, travel distances, and a time-wise itinerary for a smooth and fulfilling visit.

Top Places to Visit in One Day

1. Shirdi Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir

The Samadhi Mandir is the most important shrine in Shirdi, where Sai Baba’s sacred resting place is located. Daily Aartis, Darshan queues, and divine atmosphere make it the first stop for all devotees. Morning Darshan is the best time to avoid crowds.

Timings: 4:30 AM – 10:00 PM

2. Dwarakamai

Dwarakamai is where Sai Baba spent a major part of his life. This holy mosque still houses his famous Dhuni (sacred fire), offering Udi (holy ash) to devotees. A powerful spiritual stop in the Shirdi temple complex.

Timings: 5:30 AM – 9:45 PM

3. Chavadi

The place where Sai Baba stayed every alternate night. The Chavadi procession tradition is still continued. Devotees can see Baba’s wooden bed and palkhi inside the temple.

Timings: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

4. Sai Baba Museum

A well-organized museum showcasing Sai Baba’s personal belongings, including utensils, clothes, photographs, and rare handwritten letters. A must-visit to understand Baba's life more deeply.

Timings: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

5. Shani Shingnapur (Optional – 65 km from Shirdi)

Shani Shingnapur is a unique village famous for its doorless houses and the powerful shrine of Lord Shani Dev. Perfect add-on for travellers who start early morning from Shirdi. One of Maharashtra's most important spiritual temples.

Travel Distance: 65 km (1 hr 30 min)

One-Day Shirdi Trip Itinerary (Time-wise)

Time Activity
4:30 AM – 6:30 AM Arrival & Kakad Aarti / Early Darshan at Samadhi Mandir
6:30 AM – 7:30 AM Visit Dwarakamai & sacred Dhuni
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM Explore Chavadi & Gurusthan
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM Breakfast near temple road (many veg restaurants available)
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Visit Sai Baba Museum & Shopping for Prasadam and statues
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Travel to Shani Shingnapur (optional) and Darshan
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Return to Shirdi, lunch & relax
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Evening Darshan / Dhoop Aarti (if time permits)
Travel Distances
  • Pune → Shirdi: 190 km (4–5 hrs)
  • Mumbai → Shirdi: 240 km (5–6 hrs)
  • Nashik → Shirdi: 85 km (2 hrs)
  • Aurangabad → Shirdi: 110 km (2.5 hrs)