Is Neral Matheran train are running now?

Is Neral Matheran train are running now?

“After almost 1 year, Now in 2019 Matheran Toy train is back in action (Actually started in December 2018). Due to technical glitches the 100 year plus running shuttle trains services which runs for 21 km distance taking about 2 hours, runs for 3 Km between Matheran and Aman Lodge and is now running till Neral (21 km).

Is Matheran toy train operating now?

Tourism in Matheran is all set to be revived. Central Railway (CR) has decided to increase toy train services to eight services a day starting July 7. The services will start from 9.30am from Matheran and 9.55am from Aman Lodge on weekdays and from 8.15am and 8.40am, respectively, on weekends.

How do I get from Neral to Matheran by train?

The closest railhead to Matheran is in Neral (21 kilometres). You can get on the Deccan Express from Mumbai or the Sahyadri Express from Pune; both ply every day. From Neral you will have to go to Matheran by road, which is a 30-minute journey. Many local trains on the Mumbai-Karjat route also stop at Neral.

Where can I park my car in Matheran?

Via private vehicle : Your vehicle is allowed till Dasturi Naka car parking area. Park here and start walking towards hill station (Half Hour to 45 minutes walk) Or alternately take Toy train (see schedule for availabilities) that starts from Aman Lodge station which is at walking distance from car parking area.

Is Matheran open now in June 2021?

Can we visit Matheran in June? Yes, the best time to visit Matheran is Summer from March to June. Being a hill station, you can visit it during the summertime from March to June.

Is entry allowed in Matheran?

NAVI MUMBAI: Several tourists were sent back from the Matheran hill station on Sunday. The authorities have said that illegal entry to the hill station will attract fine by police. Monsoon revellers arrived at the Neral-Matheran road. Some of them spent time at the roadside waterfalls clogging the traffic.

Is Dasturi car parking safe?

Apart from this menace, Car parking is safe here. From main entry gate below (Matheran Taxi Stand), the distance to Dasturi naka car parking is 6.7 Km which takes about 10 minutes of zigzag road ride. As said Rs. 30 per day for car parking and an extra Rs.

Is matheran open for tourism 2021?

Matheran opens for tourists with strict pandemic protocols.

How many toy trains run from Neral to Matheran?

As of 2019, 3 toy trains runs between Neral station and Matheran, About 8 train services between Matheran and Aman Lodge. This beautiful mini Toy train has total of 4 second class coaches, 2 First class Coaches, 1 Parcel van and 1 guard brake van. Total of 6 trains services from Aman Lodge to Matheran station.

How to travel between Neral – Matheran on December 8 and 9?

Central Railway also decided to run an additional pair of services between Neral – Matheran on December 8 and 9 to cater to the extra rush. This service will leave Neral at 10.30 and arrive at Matheran at 01.10 pm. It will then leave Matheran at 01.15 pm and arrive in Neral at 03.55 pm.

When will Central Railway to restart Parcel Service to Matheran?

Central Railway to restart parcel service to Matheran ~ 16.05.2020: Trains To Matheran May Resume Soon: Matheran residents, who had been complaining of lack of transport for basic essentials, may now get their trains back.

How to get to Matheran?

The narrow gauge Matheran toy train from Neral meanders into the mountains, treating the tourists to a spectacular view. This mode of transport is the only way to reach the plateau top of Matheran, no wonder this transport is popularly referred to as “PhulRani”.