11 Best Weekend Getaways From Mumbai (2026) — Short Trips & Places to Visit

Looking for the best weekend getaways from Mumbai? Here are 11 getaways ranked by distance — from Bhimashankar (~87 km) to Vagator Beach (~497 km). Each shows how to reach it from Mumbai with estimated train, bus and flight fares, plus the best time to visit.

  1. Bhimashankar, Maharashtra — pilgrimage from Mumbai1

    Bhimashankar

    ~87 km
    PilgrimageMaharashtra·★ 4.6

    Best time: October to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹110Fastest Outstation Cab (Sedan) · 1h 49m
  2. Trimbakeshwar, Maharashtra — pilgrimage from Mumbai2

    Trimbakeshwar

    ~146 km
    PilgrimageMaharashtra·★ 4.6

    Best time: October to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹125Fastest Outstation Cab (Sedan) · 2h 55m
  3. Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra — hill station from Mumbai3

    Mahabaleshwar

    ~190 km
    Hill StationMaharashtra·★ 4.5

    Best time: March to June

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹150Fastest Outstation Cab (Sedan) · 3h 43m
  4. Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, Maharashtra — pilgrimage from Mumbai4

    Shirdi Sai Baba Temple

    ~230 km
    PilgrimageMaharashtra·★ 4.7

    Best time: October to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹170Fastest Train (3AC) · 4h 26m
  5. Ellora Caves, Maharashtra — heritage from Mumbai5

    Ellora Caves

    ~329 km
    HeritageMaharashtra·★ 4.8

    Best time: June to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹225Fastest Train (3AC) · 6h 1m
  6. Diu Fort and Beaches, Daman & Diu — beach from Mumbai6

    Diu Fort and Beaches

    ~336 km
    BeachDaman & Diu·★ 4.6

    Best time: November to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹225Fastest Train (3AC) · 6h 8m
  7. Mahalakshmi Temple, Kolhapur, Maharashtra — pilgrimage from Mumbai7

    Mahalakshmi Temple, Kolhapur

    ~376 km
    PilgrimageMaharashtra·★ 4.8

    Best time: October to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹250Fastest Train (3AC) · 6h 46m
  8. Gir National Park, Gujarat — wild life from Mumbai8

    Gir National Park

    ~391 km
    Wild LifeGujarat·★ 4.6

    Best time: December to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹255Fastest Train (3AC) · 7h
  9. Somnath Temple, Gujarat — pilgrimage from Mumbai9

    Somnath Temple

    ~410 km
    PilgrimageGujarat·★ 4.7

    Best time: October to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹265Fastest Train (3AC) · 7h 19m
  10. Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra — heritage from Mumbai10

    Ajanta Caves

    ~423 km
    HeritageMaharashtra·★ 4.7

    Best time: June to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹275Fastest Train (3AC) · 7h 31m
  11. Vagator Beach, Goa — beach from Mumbai11

    Vagator Beach

    ~497 km
    BeachGoa·★ 4.6

    Best time: November to February

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹310Fastest Train (3AC) · 8h 42m

Frequently asked questions

Which is the closest getaway to Mumbai?

Bhimashankar in Maharashtra is the closest — about 87 km from Mumbai, reachable by Train (Sleeper Class) from around ₹110.

How far is Bhimashankar from Mumbai?

Bhimashankar is roughly 87 km by road from Mumbai; the fastest option is Outstation Cab (Sedan) (1h 49m). Fares are indicative — verify before booking.

What is the best time to visit weekend getaways from Mumbai?

For most weekend getaways from Mumbai, the best time to visit is October to March. Check each destination for its exact season.

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