Pune to Matheran Cab
Asia's only car-free hill station
Overview
No motor vehicles allowed — reach by toy train, walk red-soil paths to 38 viewpoints.
History
Discovered by Hugh Malet in 1850; declared eco-sensitive in 2003.
Top attractions
360° Sahyadri view, especially at sunrise.
Main water source with temple beside.
Cliff that echoes shouts.
Sunset viewpoint, also called Sunset Point.
Twin viewpoint of the Prabal & Vishalgad forts.
Suggested itinerary
- 1Drive to Dasturi car park
- 2Walk/toy-train to town
- 3Charlotte Lake
- 4Echo & Panorama points
- 5Sunset at Porcupine Point
- 6Return
Food to try
FAQs
How far is Matheran from Pune?
Matheran is approximately 120 km from Pune and takes around 3 hrs by road.
What is the best vehicle for a Pune to Matheran trip?
Swift Dzire is ideal for couples, Ertiga or Innova for families, Innova Crysta for premium comfort, and Tempo Traveller for groups of 8–12.
Do you offer one-way and round-trip cabs to Matheran?
Yes — we offer both one-way drop service and round-trip packages with waiting and sightseeing included.
Are toll, parking and driver charges included?
Base fare and per-km charges are included. Toll, parking and state permits are billed on actuals; driver allowance is ₹400/day.
Nearby destinations
Lonavala
Misty hill station on the Mumbai-Pune ghats
Khandala
Twin hill station to Lonavala
Alibaug
Konkan's nearest beach getaway
Travel guides
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- Top 10 Weekend Trips from PunePlan a Saturday-Sunday escape from Pune with our hand-picked weekend trip ideas, distances and cab fare estimates.
- Best Hill Stations in Maharashtra (Ranked)Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala, Matheran, Bhandardara, Panchgani, Igatpuri — Maharashtra's most loved hill stations.