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Quick answer: Juhu Beach has no railway station of its own. Santacruz, Vile Parle and Andheri are the stations usually listed as nearest. From Vashi or Panvel, Santacruz is a practical choice because BEST bus 231 runs from the west side of Santacruz railway station. Take a direct Goregaon-bound Harbour local if one is due. Otherwise, take a CSMT-bound local to Wadala Road and change there for a Goregaon-bound train that stops at Santacruz. From Santacruz West, take bus 231 or an auto to your chosen beach entrance.
Fares and times here come from published guides, timetables and the state tariff, dated below. We have not ridden this route for this guide, and fares and timetables change, so confirm them on the day. This guide is independent and is not run by any transport operator. Checked: 7 November 2026.
The route from Vashi or Panvel
The Harbour line splits at Wadala Road into a branch to Panvel and a branch to Goregaon, and the Goregaon branch calls at Santacruz (Wikipedia, Harbour line). That gives you two ways to make the journey.
| Option | How it works | Use it when |
|---|---|---|
| Direct | Board a Goregaon-bound Harbour local at Vashi or Panvel and get off at Santacruz. For example, local 98905 is listed at 7:39 am from Panvel, 8:09 am at Vashi and 9:22 am at Goregaon (timetable listing) | A Goregaon-bound train is due soon. This is the simplest option and needs no change |
| With a change | Board a CSMT-bound Harbour local to Wadala Road, then change to a Goregaon-bound Harbour local that stops at Santacruz | The next train from your platform is for CSMT. A route planner marks the Wadala Road change as needed when moving between the Panvel and Goregaon branches (Mumbai Metro Route) |
Not every Harbour train goes to Goregaon, so read the destination board and check the service for your date. Our Mumbai local train guide explains how Harbour trains are labelled, which helps when you change at Wadala Road. Leave Santacruz railway station by the west side.
Which station should you use?
| Station | Why use it | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Santacruz (Harbour and Western lines) | Bus 231 runs from the railway station (West), and the auto ride is short | This guide recommends it for the bus connection from a Harbour train |
| Vile Parle (Harbour and Western lines) | Also listed as a nearest station | Check a live map for the walk or ride from the exit you use to your beach entrance |
| Andheri (Harbour and Western lines) | A bigger interchange, with Metro Line 1 | Busier. Use it if your train does not stop at Santacruz |
Wikipedia lists Santacruz, Andheri and Vile Parle as the nearest railway stations to Juhu (Wikipedia, Juhu). Published distances vary because guides measure to different beach entrances, so use a live map once you have picked yours.
Last mile from Santacruz railway station (West)
| Option | What to know |
|---|---|
| BEST bus 231 | Board at Santacruz railway station (West) and look for the Juhu Beach stop on your service, which is different from Juhu Bus Station. A guide published on 6 November 2026 estimates the ticket at about Rs 10 to Rs 15 and the ride at 15 to 25 minutes. Treat the price as an estimate and confirm the fare on board |
| Auto-rickshaw | The state tariff for Mumbai autos is Rs 27 for the first 1.5 km and Rs 18.22 for each additional km (Times of India, new fares). For a ride of about 3.2 km that works out to roughly Rs 58 before waiting or other charges. The ride length depends on where you stop |
| App cab | Check the live quote to your chosen beach entrance |
The route to the beach by auto, according to the Unstumbled guide, goes via Hasnabad Lane, SV Road and Juhu Tara Road, with a drop near Hotel Sea Princess or the main food stall entrance. Pick one of those drop points in advance and tell the driver. The stops on bus 231 include Sompuri Market, Santacruz Police Station and Juhu Koliwada, according to a route listing. Check a live planner for the next departure, since frequency changes through the day.
Coming back
- Take bus 231 or an auto back to Santacruz railway station (West). Check the last bus for your day on a live app before you stay late.
- If a Panvel-bound Harbour local suits your timing, take it. Check the destination board, because some trains stop at Vashi or run only part of the way.
- If the next train is for CSMT, you can take it as far as Wadala Road and change there for the Navi Mumbai side. Panvel passengers should check that the second train continues beyond Vashi.
- Late in the evening, a cab or auto may be easier than waiting for a bus. Keep a back-up in the app before you leave.
Other ways to reach Juhu
- Metro Line 3: Santacruz Metro station is a separate station from Santacruz railway station. The two are linked by a skywalk (Wikipedia, Aqua Line; see also the Metro station page). Use Line 3 only if you are already travelling on it, and take the skywalk to the railway station (West) for bus 231.
- Metro Line 1: a route-planner site lists D. N. Nagar as a nearby station on Line 1 and says to take an auto from there to the beach (Mumbai Metro Route).
- By car: expect traffic on the way into Juhu and limited parking near the beach. Check live traffic before you go.
Before you go
- Check the next suitable train for the way out and for the way back, and decide where you would change.
- Save your beach pickup point on a map, so a driver or cab can find you.
- Look at beach safety notices on the day, and keep out of the water if the sea is rough.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a railway station at Juhu Beach?
No. The nearest local train stations are Santacruz, Vile Parle and Andheri, and you finish the journey by bus or auto.
Which station should I use from Vashi or Panvel?
Santacruz is a practical choice because BEST bus 231 runs from the west side of Santacruz railway station. Vile Parle is also listed as a nearest station.
How do I get to Juhu Beach from Vashi?
Take a Goregaon-bound Harbour local and get off at Santacruz. If the next train is for CSMT, ride to Wadala Road and change for a Goregaon-bound train. Leave Santacruz by the west side and take bus 231 or an auto.
How do I get back to Vashi or Panvel?
Return to Santacruz railway station (West) and take a Panvel-bound Harbour local if one suits. Otherwise take a CSMT-bound local to Wadala Road and change for the Navi Mumbai side.
How much is the auto from Santacruz to Juhu Beach?
Under the state tariff, Rs 27 covers the first 1.5 km and each extra km is Rs 18.22, so about 3.2 km works out to roughly Rs 58 before waiting charges. The meter decides the actual fare.
Which bus goes to Juhu Beach from Santacruz?
BEST bus 231 from Santacruz railway station (West). Look for the Juhu Beach stop on your service.
Can I use Metro Line 3?
Santacruz Metro is a separate station linked to Santacruz railway station by a skywalk. From Navi Mumbai, the Harbour line to Santacruz avoids the extra leg.
Sources
| Point | Source |
|---|---|
| Harbour line branches, Wadala Road, timetable example | Wikipedia, Harbour line |
| Wadala Road change | Mumbai Metro Route, Vashi to Santacruz |
| Nearest stations | Wikipedia, Juhu |
| Bus 231 and auto route, bus fare estimate, 6 November 2026 | Unstumbled, how to reach Juhu Beach |
| Bus 231 stops | Route listing |
| Auto tariff | Times of India |
| Metro station and skywalk | Wikipedia, Aqua Line and Metro station page |
| Metro Line 1 | Mumbai Metro Route, Juhu Beach |
Checked 7 November 2026. This page will be updated if routes or fares change.
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