Bangalore- Pune- Aurangabad, new driver, please Help !

Limpid · 10th October 2007, 15:19

Hi All,
I live and work in Bangalore, Last month I’ve purchased Swift Vxi. So far I’ve driven 500Kms all in Bangalore city. I want to visit my home town (Aurangabad, Maharashtra) during Diwali time and thinking to drive down to Aurangabad (Bangalore – Pune- Aurangabad) Whole distance is roughly 1200 Kms one way.
I am regular traveler to Pune via NH4 and I’ve red the posts regarding the travel suggestions and the road condition of NH4 and they are quite helpful. But I’ve my doubts because of the following reasons

1. I am a very new driver. Driving my swift for 500 Kms is my major driving experience so far. Should I take this kind of long journey with this experience?

2.Car is only month old is it ok to take her for such a long drive?

3. Right now, I would be going solo, but looking for a partner who could accompany me at least till Pune. My wife would accompany me on the way back.

I am not looking forward to finish the journey in a record time, would take few long stop over’s may be around Dharwad - Kohlapur and planning stay in Pune for a day. (Pune Aurangabad distance is around 250Kms
Few guys have already advice me to not to travel considering above mentioned points at least for some time till I get some experience
Guys, please help me, should I? Shouldn’t I? Any additional advice?

Thanks in advance.

nitindangoria · 10th October 2007, 19:50

Avoid driving alone. Too much of a risk considering the lunatic truck drivers on the highways.
Instead, take an experienced driver who will initiate you to highway driving. You can slowly increase the hours behind the wheel. Highway driving is so very different from city driving.

Happy driving !!

apachelongbow · 11th October 2007, 15:57

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Originally Posted by nitindangoria

Avoid driving alone. Too much of a risk considering the lunatic truck drivers on the highways.
Instead, take an experienced driver who will initiate you to highway driving. You can slowly increase the hours behind the wheel. Highway driving is so very different from city driving.

Happy driving !!

In any case highway driving shouldnt be undertaken alone (to combat driver fatigue). One more idea would be to break up your travel into blocks of 250 -300 kms, take a longish break and halt at night. This way you can drive to Aurangabad.

hondadude · 11th October 2007, 18:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by Limpid

Hi All,

1. I am a very new driver. Driving my swift for 500 Kms is my major driving experience so far. Should I take this kind of long journey with this experience?

If you don't have prior driving experience, it might be daunting to take on this trip. I would recommend against that.

Try driving to Mysore/Yercaud for a day trip to get the feel of highway driving and then decide if you are ready for longer distances.

14th October 2008, 15:32

Dont worry boss!! This happened to me too when I was new in driving. My father didnot stepped in the car till I got the permanent license!! (only 30 days from we bought the vehicle). Everybody used to caution me of driving. Once we went to some 250 km oneside temple; while coming back I drove some 100 odd kms. This built the confidence in me as well as in my family too.

As suggested above take a short distance trip & feel the risks & enjoyment & challenge in long drive. I think you should not worry at all. Driving at a speed on 60-80 (initially), & at good roads upto 90-100 will serve the purpose.

Another thing: why do you go to Pune? Instead from Solapur get on to NH 211 (Solapur Dhulia) via Tuljapur-Osmanabad-Beed to Aurangabad. This will save time & distance.

Dont worry boss. Bhagwan ka naam le kar shuru ho jao!

mjothi · 14th October 2008, 16:12

Don't worry my friend. Everyone passes this stage in one time or other.

make sure you have all the maps and names of some of the in between villages. Because, sometimes, it will be difficult to ask a person and expect him to know the final destination.

Eicher map or its alternate is a must.
Make sure your Phone battery is charged and try to get the Mobile charger for the car.
Take break when you see a good place.
Also, make sure atleast half of your tank is full so you don't get disappointed by non availability of pumps or stock.
Enjoy your drive.

Cheers.

26th November 2008, 16:50

Limpid, awaiting the travelogue.

Walterdee · 19th January 2009, 12:40

Guys! A look at the dates ? Limpid was planning his drive in 2007.

10th October 2007, 15:19	#1
Limpid BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 84 Thanked: 11 Times	Bangalore- Pune- Aurangabad, new driver, please Help ! Hi All, I live and work in Bangalore, Last month I’ve purchased Swift Vxi. So far I’ve driven 500Kms all in Bangalore city. I want to visit my home town (Aurangabad, Maharashtra) during Diwali time and thinking to drive down to Aurangabad (Bangalore – Pune- Aurangabad) Whole distance is roughly 1200 Kms one way. I am regular traveler to Pune via NH4 and I’ve red the posts regarding the travel suggestions and the road condition of NH4 and they are quite helpful. But I’ve my doubts because of the following reasons 1. I am a very new driver. Driving my swift for 500 Kms is my major driving experience so far. Should I take this kind of long journey with this experience? 2.Car is only month old is it ok to take her for such a long drive? 3. Right now, I would be going solo, but looking for a partner who could accompany me at least till Pune. My wife would accompany me on the way back. I am not looking forward to finish the journey in a record time, would take few long stop over’s may be around Dharwad - Kohlapur and planning stay in Pune for a day. (Pune Aurangabad distance is around 250Kms Few guys have already advice me to not to travel considering above mentioned points at least for some time till I get some experience Guys, please help me, should I? Shouldn’t I? Any additional advice? Thanks in advance.
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10th October 2007, 19:50	#2
nitindangoria BHPian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 109 Thanked: 3 Times	Avoid driving alone Avoid driving alone. Too much of a risk considering the lunatic truck drivers on the highways. Instead, take an experienced driver who will initiate you to highway driving. You can slowly increase the hours behind the wheel. Highway driving is so very different from city driving. Happy driving !!
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14th October 2008, 15:32	#5
manukale Posts: n/a	Dont worry!! Tighten your seat belts & start... Dont worry boss!! This happened to me too when I was new in driving. My father didnot stepped in the car till I got the permanent license!! (only 30 days from we bought the vehicle). Everybody used to caution me of driving. Once we went to some 250 km oneside temple; while coming back I drove some 100 odd kms. This built the confidence in me as well as in my family too. As suggested above take a short distance trip & feel the risks & enjoyment & challenge in long drive. I think you should not worry at all. Driving at a speed on 60-80 (initially), & at good roads upto 90-100 will serve the purpose. Another thing: why do you go to Pune? Instead from Solapur get on to NH 211 (Solapur Dhulia) via Tuljapur-Osmanabad-Beed to Aurangabad. This will save time & distance. Dont worry boss. Bhagwan ka naam le kar shuru ho jao!
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14th October 2008, 16:12	#6
mjothi Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 3,290 Thanked: 233 Times View My Garage	Don't worry my friend. Everyone passes this stage in one time or other. make sure you have all the maps and names of some of the in between villages. Because, sometimes, it will be difficult to ask a person and expect him to know the final destination. Eicher map or its alternate is a must. Make sure your Phone battery is charged and try to get the Mobile charger for the car. Take break when you see a good place. Also, make sure atleast half of your tank is full so you don't get disappointed by non availability of pumps or stock. Enjoy your drive. Cheers.
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26th November 2008, 16:50	#7
manukale Posts: n/a	Limpid, awaiting the travelogue. Limpid, awaiting the travelogue.
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19th January 2009, 12:40	#8
Walterdee Newbie Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Aurangabad/New Delhi Posts: 19 Thanked: 0 Times	Guys! A look at the dates ? Limpid was planning his drive in 2007.
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