Shirdi from Mumbai
Planning a yatra to Shirdi (Sai Baba) from Mumbai? Here's how to reach, how long it takes, and where to stay — with verified dharamshalas and bhakt niwas within walking distance of the temple.
Distance
240 km
Drive
5 hrs
Train
6 hrs
Bus frequency
Every 15 min
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How to reach
Drive from Mumbai
240 km · approximately 5 hrs. Most pilgrims leave overnight and reach Shirdi by early morning for Kakad Aarti.
Train to Sainagar Shirdi Railway Station
About 6 hrs. The station is 3 km from the temple (~10 min by auto-rickshaw).
State bus service
Every 15 min. Government and private sleeper buses run on this route; overnight travel is popular for morning darshan.
Fly via Shirdi International Airport (SAG)
Shirdi International Airport (SAG) is 14 km from Shirdi (~25 min by taxi). Faster for pilgrims from Mumbai when return dates are tight.
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Most popular for
metro weekendersfamily yatra
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Where to stay
Every lodge on TripSaffron is checked in person by our team — real photos, real distance from Shirdi temple, real UPI payment to the owner. No hidden charges, no payment aggregator fees.
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Recommended itinerary
- 1Depart Mumbai overnightTravel 5 hrs by road or 6 hrs to land in Shirdi before 5 AM.
- 2Check in near the templeWalk or tap a rickshaw to your lodge. Most verified stays on TripSaffron are within 500m–2km of Shirdi Sai Baba temple.
- 3Kakad Aarti + morning darshanReach by 4:15 AM for the 4:30 AM Kakad Aarti. Regular darshan queue is shortest on Tue/Wed 9–11 AM.
- 4Prasadalaya lunchFree tokens handed after darshan. Paid section on the first floor has unlimited thali at ₹50 (₹30 for kids) with no waiting.
- 5Head back to MumbaiMost families wrap up by late afternoon. Night buses and trains return to Mumbai the same evening.
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Frequently asked
How far is Shirdi from Mumbai?
240 km. By road it takes about 5 hrs, or 6 hrs by train.
Best way to travel from Mumbai to Shirdi?
Overnight travel is common — state buses leave every 15 min and you reach in time for Kakad Aarti. Private sedans and SUVs are also available for families.
Where should we stay in Shirdi?
Every lodge on TripSaffron is verified in person by our team. Pick a dharamshala or bhakt niwas within walking distance of Shirdi Sai Baba temple — each listing shows the exact walk minutes.
Is advance booking needed during festivals?
Yes. For Ram Navami, Guru Purnima and Vijayadashami, book 6–8 weeks ahead — lodges within walking distance of the temple fill up fast.
How far are the lodges from Sai Baba Temple?
Most lodges on TripSaffron are within 500m to 2km of Samadhi Mandir. Each listing shows the exact walking distance and path type (flat / slight incline).
What is the check-in time at Shirdi dharamshalas?
Standard check-in is 12:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. Some lodges offer early check-in based on availability — ask on the lodge detail page.
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