Mumbai Central to Nashik Bus Timetable | MSRTC ST Bus Time & Fare
Mumbai Central to Nashik MSRTC Bus Timings, Route, Distance & Travel Details
Check listed ST bus departures, fare range, travel duration and major stops for the Mumbai Central to Nashik route before planning your journey.
🗓️ Timetable last verified: May 2026
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📍 Distance 167 km
⏱ Duration 4-6 hrs
🚌 Bus Types Ordinary, Shivshahi
💰 Fare ₹360 - ₹475
Bus Timings
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Bus Type | Fare | Timetable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:15 AM | 10:59 AM | 5h 44m | ORDINARY | ₹395 | Click here |
| 07:15 AM | 12:44 PM | 5h 29m | ORDINARY | ₹395 | Click here |
| 07:30 AM | 12:23 PM | 4h 53m | ORDINARY | ₹395 | Click here |
| 01:00 PM | 05:28 PM | 4h 28m | SHIVSHAHI | ₹475 | Click here |
| 03:30 PM | 08:15 PM | 4h 45m | ORDINARY | ₹360 | Click here |
| 03:45 PM | 07:50 PM | 4h 5m | ORDINARY | ₹360 | Click here |
| 10:05 PM | 03:34 AM | 5h 29m | ORDINARY | ₹395 | Click here |
About This Route
The Mumbai Central to Nashik route covers approximately 167 km, connecting Mumbai to the temple city and wine capital of Maharashtra via the Mumbai-Agra National Highway (NH-160) through Thane, the scenic Kasara Ghat, and Igatpuri. MSRTC operates a mix of Ordinary and semi-luxury Shivshahi buses on this route, with the journey taking around 4 to 6 hours depending on traffic through the ghat section and Mumbai city roads. Pilgrims heading to the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga and Sinhastha Kumbh Mela, wine tourists visiting Nashik's vineyards, and daily business travellers all rely on this well-connected corridor. Early morning and late afternoon departures are generally faster since they avoid peak traffic congestion near Thane and Kalyan.
Timings may change during holidays, heavy traffic, seasonal rush or depot schedule updates. For exam, interview, railway connection or hospital travel, confirm the latest departure with the official MSRTC counter or reservation website.
Route & Stops
Main stops shown below help you understand the usual route path and decide whether the bus is suitable for your nearest boarding or dropping point.
Boarding Points
- MUMBAI CENTRAL
- DADAR EAST
- KURLA NEHRU NAGAR
- THANE CBS
Dropping Points
- NASHIK CBS
- NASHIK ROAD
- MUMBAI NAKA NASHIK
Travel Tips
These points are practical reminders for this route. Please keep extra time for reaching the bus stand, especially during weekends, rain and festival rush.
- ✔ Prefer the Shivshahi service for a faster, more comfortable ride through Kasara Ghat
- ✔ Morning departures (5:15 AM, 7:15 AM) avoid Mumbai and Thane peak traffic
- ✔ Book Shivshahi seats online in advance during festival and Kumbh Mela season
- ✔ Carry water and light snacks — the ghat stretch has limited stops
Best Time to Travel
October to March is the best time to travel from Mumbai Central to Nashik, offering pleasant weather for sightseeing and avoiding monsoon-related delays on the Kasara Ghat stretch.
Frequently Asked Questions
MSRTC bus fares from Mumbai Central to Nashik range from ₹360 for Ordinary buses to ₹475 for Shivshahi semi-luxury buses. Women passengers get up to 50% discount under the Mahila Samman Yojana scheme. Fares may be revised periodically by MSRTC.
MSRTC operates around 7 buses daily from Mumbai Central to Nashik, spread across the morning, afternoon and late-night slots, including one Shivshahi semi-luxury service and multiple Ordinary buses.
The Mumbai Central to Nashik bus journey takes approximately 4 to 6 hours, depending on traffic through Thane and the Kasara Ghat section, and the specific bus type.
Buses depart from the Mumbai Central bus stand and pick up passengers along the way at Dadar East, Kurla Nehru Nagar, and Thane CBS before heading towards Nashik via Kasara Ghat and Igatpuri.
MSRTC currently runs semi-luxury Shivshahi and Ordinary buses on this route rather than fully air-conditioned AC coaches. The Shivshahi service offers a more comfortable, faster option with pushback seating.
Yes, Shivshahi bus seats can be reserved online through the official MSRTC reservation portal at msrtcors.com or the MSRTC Mobile Reservation app. Ordinary buses do not require advance reservation — tickets are purchased at the counter or onboard on the day of travel.
Bus Ticket Booking
For official reservation, seat availability and live booking confirmation, use the MSRTC reservation website or the nearest authorised counter.
| Service | Offer | Action |
|---|---|---|
| MSRTC | 50% Discount for Ladies | Book Now |