Kharadi, Magarpatta, Hadapsar and World Trade Center pickups sit on the east side of Pune. You still book Pune to Mumbai, but build buffer for city exit before NH 48.
Timing reality
Compared with Baner/Hinjewadi, east Pune often needs 20–30 minutes more to reach the expressway on weekday mornings. For a 10 AM Bandra/Andheri slot, treat 5:30 AM as the safe leave time.
Same-day return
If your Mumbai meeting ends by 4–5 PM, a waiting package is usually cheaper than two separate one-ways plus uncertainty. Compare options in one-way vs round trip and round trip cab.
Luggage & cab type
Corporate travellers with 2 cabin bags: Sedan is fine. Three colleagues + laptop bags: SUV. Innova if you want extra legroom after a long day.