Mumbai runs hot – in weather, traffic, and noise. When it all gets too much, the best medicine is a quick escape that doesn’t require a week of planning.
Here are seven ideas you can reach in a few hours by train or road, depending on the season.
1. Lonavala & Khandala
Classic for a reason. Monsoon views, chai, vada pav, and enough viewpoints to keep everyone happy.
2. Alibaug
Easy ferry + drive combo leads to beaches, homestays, and slightly slower air. Great for group trips.
3. Matheran
A hill station without cars. Once you’re up there, it’s all about walks, viewpoints, and horse bells.
Monsoon warning: Check local news and weather before heading to hill stations during heavy rain – landslides and closures are real possibilities.
Whether you pick hills, sea, or somewhere in between, the real win is remembering that Mumbai is amazing but it isn’t the whole world – sometimes it’s just your starting point.