150-Year-Old Matheran-Neral Toy Train Resumes, Offering Scenic Hill Views

The services of the iconic Matheran-Neral mini toy train resumed after a short break in the monsoon season. The train, having a rich history of over 150 years covers around 20 kilometres of journey, offering people a scenic route through the small hill station. Swapnil Nila, the Chief Public Relations Officer (CRPO) of Central Railways said that the train was stopped in June 8th because of the monsoon season and was started on November 6. "This particular train covers a very short distance of 20 kilometres. It has 236 sharp curvature over which passengers can enjoy the ride also, it is primarily a narrow gauge train, it has a history of almost more than 150 years. It reaches Neral to Matheran in approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. The CRPO also said the train has six coaches, one first-class coach and four second class coaches. The passengers have various facilities and can buy first class and second class tickets to experience the route in the hilly area, the CRPO said, “The entire distance is covered, passengers have facilities to purchase first class tickets and second class tickets also their prices are also reasonable for journey and unique journey passengers.” The train reportedly transports 600-700 passengers on an average everyday The CRPO further mentioned that the train is loved by school children, offering them a fun experience to travel to the vehicle free Matheran hilly area. "This train gives the actual pleasure of viewing the scenic background of Neral and Matheran to all its passengers," Swapnil Nila added. One of the passengers said that they enjoyed the ride along on the first day of the train too. "I am liking it very much, before I was bored because the train was delayed slightly but then I got the ticket and saw the view while in the train, it is really good," said the passengers.