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The iconic Neral-Matheran toy train offers a breathtaking journey

How To Reach Matheran

Matheran is a beautiful hill station located in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, India

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    How To Reach Matheran

    Situated in the lap of the beautiful Sahyadri range of the Western Ghats, Matheran is an inviting little hill station 100 kilometres from bustling Mumbai. Known as the “overhead forest,” Matheran proudly holds the title of the smallest hill station in India. Yet, it attracts many visitors seeking a refreshing escape surrounded by stunning views and peaceful surroundings. The nearest railway station is Neral, conveniently located on the Mumbai-Pune line, merely 21 km from Matheran. From Neral, you can hop on the charming Matheran Hill railway, one of India's delightful six mountain railways. If you're flying in, Pune has the nearest airport, where you’ll find taxis ready to take you on your journey. Alternatively, you can catch a cab or bus from nearby towns and get close to Matheran (just 3 km away) before embarking on a delightful horse ride, leisurely walk, or even a man-pulled rickshaw to reach the hill station. Remember, Matheran is a pollution-free zone, so we enjoy these eco-friendly transportation options!

      By Air

      Matheran does not have an airport. But the nearest airport to Matheran is Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, which is approximately 44 kilometres away. Mumbai International Airport is connected to all the major cities across the country. Once reached, one can book a cab or take a bus to Matheran. Depending on the traffic, it will take hardly 2 hours to reach Matheran.

      By Road

      The Mumbai-Pune Highway beautifully connects Matheran with the bustling cities of Mumbai, Pune, and Panvel. You’ll find regular state transport buses from these cities going to Neral, your gateway to Matheran. Just a heads up, though: buses can only take you to Neral! From there, you have some charming options for your onward journey, whether it's the delightful toy trains or a scenic car drive to Dasturi Naka.

      By Train

      Matheran features a charming railway station, conveniently linked to Neral Junction by a delightful toy train and to Karjat Junction by a local train. You'll find it much easier to travel from Neral, just 8 km away, rather than from Karjat, which is 19 km distant. The beautiful journey will surely take your breath away.

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        Addanki

        Subramanyamkunda's 4 days trip to Matheran

        Driver is a good person, but looks like he has eye sight issue, night times his driving is not good, we are very afraid when he driving when are going on roads where divider is not there, we told many times pls slow down and go. Complementary breakfast is not good in hotel, its unhygienic. We covere
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        Bangalore

        Priyanka's 4 days trip to Matheran

        Overall very good planning by the team. We did not have any problem anywhere during the trip. However we didn't know about the convenience fee that was added to our package, which was a last minute surprise. Even the travel agent did not reveal it to us while we booked the trip
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        Hassan

        Deepa's 3 days trip to Matheran

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        Hyderabad

        Inacreations's 3 days trip to Matheran

        We had a great experience on our Maharashtra holiday. As enjoyed our holiday
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        Mukund Agiwal

        Pune

        Mukund's 2 days trip to Matheran

        It was good. Hotel food was not good. Driver behaviour was not good on returning date as he was too reluctant to stay for long.
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        Coming from across the country to one location

        Nathan's 6 days trip to Matheran

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        Pune

        Moturi's 4 days trip to Matheran

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        Mumbai

        Dhruvsolanki's 4 days trip to Matheran

        The trip was amazing. The prices were reasonable too with a good choice of accommodation. The only concern I faced was that the driver was advised to take a shortcut which was not that smooth but saved some kms and some tolls. This would have been fair provided I would have been informed of the same
        in the first hand. Other than that everything was excellent.
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        Milangandhi

        Bhopal

        Milangandhi's 6 days trip to Matheran

        It was great experience of travel from starting to end of my tour package will meet again for new destination asap. Having fun with my family and spend a memorable time with them.
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        Dapoli

        Mjalilsurve's 2 days trip to Matheran

        I travelled Lonavala over this weekend with my family. Trip was very well settled, all thanks to Back to holidays team and Shreya. Shreya was very helpful in arranging iternary as requested. Cab driver Arif was also very co operative, pick up was done on time and also sightseeing was done perfectly.

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        Which is the nearest station to Matheran?

        Neral is the nearest railway station, where you can hop on a local train from Mumbai to Pune or catch long-distance express options like the Deccan Express and Sahyadri Express straight to Neral. Once you arrive at Neral rail station, getting a taxi to Matheran is easy and convenient!

        Which is the best time to visit Matheran?

        The ideal time to visit Matheran is from October to March, as the weather is cool and pleasant. Days tend to be warm, while evenings can get quite chilly.

        Is Matheran better or Lonavala?

        If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life for a few days or seek a thrilling adventure, Matheran is a top-notch destination! Imagine lush green forests, serene lakes, and beautiful waterfalls just waiting to be explored—Matheran is a delightful paradise that promises to refresh your mind, body, and soul! And for those who enjoy camping and outdoor fun, Lonavala is another fantastic place to consider for your next getaway.

        How to go to Matheran from Pune?

        Travelling from Pune to Mumbai is convenient via any express train. Some, like the Sahyadri Express, stop at Neral station. Once you arrive, take a cab or the toy train to the city centre.

        How to reach Matheran from Mumbai?

        There are direct trains to Neral from Mumbai. Once reached, take the toy train to reach Matheran, and enjoy the scenic views on the road to Matheran.

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