Mumbai is 290 kms. away by road via Pune and 247 kms. MTDC organises regular tours from Mumbai to Mahabaleshwar. State Transport buses run from Pune and Mumbai. They all quote similar prices and timings, but it pays to find out exactly where they intend to drop you at your destination. Mahabaleshwar has no auto-rickshaws but there are plenty of taxis and Maruti vans generally available near the bus station to take you around the main viewpoints or to Panchgani.
Cycling is also a good option.
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