Satara to Matheran
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Satara, Maharashtra to Matheran, Maharashtra.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Satara to Matheran
215 km · ~4h 38m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Satara
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near LonavalaAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
65 km · 1h 18m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MatheranMatheran, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Satara to Matheran
215 km · ~4h 47m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Satara
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Satara. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Satara → Matheran
AC Seater / Volvo · ~215 km
~4h 47m|Tentative fare ₹240–₹650
- Arrive in Matheran
Matheran, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Satara to Matheran
Nearest railway stations: Satara for Satara, Matheran for Matheran.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Satara to Matheran: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Satara to Matheran is about 215 km by road, roughly 4.3 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 215 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,710 · Ertiga ₹14,860 · Innova ₹15,490 · Innova Crysta ₹19,140 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹26,200
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹240 · AC Seater ₹390 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹340 · AC Sleeper ₹490 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹650
- Train: Sleeper ₹160 · Economy ₹250 · Third AC ₹330 · Second AC ₹460 · First AC ₹630
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Matheran.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Satara to Matheran. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
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Things to Do in Matheran
Ride the Heritage Toy Train from Neral to Matheran
Board the narrow-gauge toy train from Neral station, which chugs through 21 hairpin bends and over 200 small bridges, passing dense forests and ravines. The journey…
2 hours (one way)
Explore Charlotte Lake and the Echo Point Trail
Walk from the market towards Charlotte Lake, a serene water body surrounded by trees, and then continue 15 minutes to Echo Point, where your shout returns clearly…
2.5 hours (including stops)
Picnic at the One Tree Hill and Garbett Point
Take the easy, forested trail towards Garbett Point, which has a distinctive rock formation, and then walk further to One Tree Hill – a solitary tree on a grassy knoll…
3 hours (round trip)
Horse Ride to Louisa Point for Sunset
Hire a local horse (with a guide) from the main stand and ride for about 40 minutes to Louisa Point, the highest viewpoint in Matheran, offering a direct sight of the…
2 hours (including 30 minutes at the point)
Walk the Panorama Point Loop
Start from the main market and take the gentle, shaded path to Panorama Point, which offers a 360-degree view of the surrounding valleys and the distant Neral township.…
1.5 hours (round trip from market)
Visit the 100-Year-Old Matheran Heritage Market and Lord Elphinstone…
Wander through the tiny, car-free bazaar with its old bakeries, chikki stalls, and colonial-era shops, then take the short 20-minute path to Lord Elphinstone Point,…
2 hours (market plus point)
Suggested Matheran Itinerary
Day 1Day 1
- Walk from the Matheran railway station to the main market area, observing the horse-drawn carriages and hand-pulled rickshaws…
- Stroll to Sunset Point (about 1 km) and watch the sun dip below the Sahyadri ranges, with benches for comfortable seating.
- Return via the same path and enjoy a quiet evening at the local market, sampling roasted corn and hot chai.
Day 2Day 2
- Walk to Panorama Point (approximately 2 km from the market) via the main road, taking breaks at the small viewpoints along the…
- Visit Echo Point, which is just 500 meters further, and enjoy the playful echo effect with your group.
- Return to the market area for a late lunch, then take a short walk to Charlotte Lake, a serene water body surrounded by trees,…
Day 3Day 3
- Walk to Louisa Point (about 2.5 km from the market) early in the morning to catch the clear, crisp light over the fort.
- Continue a short distance to Garbett Point, a quieter viewpoint with a bench and a view of the one-lane road carved into the…
- Return to the market, buy local handicrafts like leather sandals and chikki (jaggery sweets), and then proceed to the station…
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