Khandala & Lonavala Hill Stations (Day Trip) Mumbai
About
Mumbai's favorite hill station getaway in the Western Ghats. Famous for its misty valleys, waterfalls, trekking trails, and the iconic hard candy 'chikki.' The train journey through the ghats is spectacular.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
July to March
Place Type
Nature
How to Reach
Train from CST/Dadar to Lonavala (2.5 hours) or drive via Expressway (1.5 hours)
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Khandala & Lonavala Hill Stations (Day Trip)
No metro stations found within 5 km.
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Khandala & Lonavala Hill Stations (Day Trip)
No local train stations found within 3 km.
History
Developed as a hill station by the British in the 19th century. The Bor Ghat section of the railway connecting Mumbai to Pune was an engineering marvel completed in 1863.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
July to March
How to Reach
Best reached by taxi or auto-rickshaw
The Reversing Station at Khandala is unique to Indian Railways
The train descends 552 meters through 28 tunnels in the ghat section
Lonavala's chikki (hard candy) industry produces over 200 varieties
The train journey is more scenic than driving
Visit during monsoon (July-September) for waterfalls and mist
Buy chikki from Cooper's or Maganlal's - the oldest brands
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