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Road trips are the best way to unwind yourself, and especially after lockdown. They allow you to explore the places even better. So, put these scenic road trips from Mumbai into your bucket list and enjoy! Most of these destinations are the popular weekend getaways from the city of Mumbai. People just love to take these roads as they're very scenic and relaxing. To name a few, road trips from Mumbai to Lonavala, Matheran , Pune and Alibag are the common ones. The enchanting vistas of the these places also attract thousands of tourists from across India.
Ready for the fun drive out of the city?
Matheran
Distance: 83km (Sion-Panvel Expressway)
Best Time: October to February
Asia's only automible free hill station of Matheran is a must visit place. A road trip from Mumbai to Matheran is one of the most scenic drives.
In the hill station, you can either take horse ride or hand-pulled rickshaws. Except Ambulance, no other automobiles are allowed in this ecosensitive zone.
Photo Courtesy: Omkar A Kamale
Alibag
Distance: 96 km (NH66)
Best Time: November to July
The town of Alibag is an ideal beach destination. It takes around 3 hours travel from Mumbai to reach Alibag.
Serene beaches, temples and fort makes it one of the popular weekend getaways from Mumbai.
Photo Courtesy: Ninad Chaudhari
Malshej Ghat
Distance: 127 km ( NH3 & NH333)
Best Time: August to February
The scenic landscapes of Malshej Ghat looks even more beautiful during rainy season. It is a mountain pass which is blessed by the Western Ghats.
A road trip from Mumbai to Malshej Ghat is a popular one. Trekking and bird watching is one of the main things to do here.
Photo Courtesy: Elroy Serrao
Lonavala
Distance: 83 km (Mumbai - Pune Expressway)
Best Time: June to February
Lonavala and Khandala is a favourite destination among Mumbaikars. The green blanket surrounding these hill stations are worth visiting.
It takes around 2 hours to travel from Mumbai to Lonavala and Khandala. Scenic vistas follow you through this road trip.
Photo Courtesy: Soham Banerjee
Kaas Plateau
Distance: 279 km (Mumbai - Pune Expressway and NH4)
Best Time:August - September
The Kaas Plateau near Satara is another valley of flowers in India. This beautiful place is a World Heritage Site. During the monsoon months, the colourful flowers garnish the valley.
This enchanting road trip from Mumbai to Kaas Plateau should definitely be in your bucket list.
Photo Courtesy: Ankur P
Ganapatipule
Distance: 331 km (NH66)
Best Time: November to February
Ganapatipule is an offbeat beach destination. This place is less crowded and apt for weekend travel from Mumbai.
This coastal town also has many resorts where you can have a relaxing time.
Photo Courtesy: vivek Joshi
Goa
Distance: 609 km (NH4)
Best Time: October to April
Who doesn't want to visit Goa? Especially, the road trip from Mumbai to Goa is never to be missed. The picturesque views accompany you through the travel.
It is one of the best road trips to take from Mumbai.
Photo Courtesy: abcdz2000
Pune
Distance: 148km (Mumbai to Pune Expressway)
Best Time: October to February
Pune itself has a number of attractions: forts, hill stations, religious places, etc.
Many places in Pune are also known as monsoon destinations. A one day road trip from Mumbai to Pune is enough to cover some places.
Photo Courtesy: Shushruth
