About the Mumbai to Shirdi bus route
Mumbai to Shirdi has departures through the day and night from Dadar, Sion, Thane and Kalyan. Overnight buses reach Shirdi around 5 am — ideal for Kakad Aarti. Day buses via the Samruddhi Expressway can do it in about 5 hours.
On Paymm, every Mumbai–Shirdi bus shows its live seat map, per-seat fares and boarding points before you pay, so you can compare operators on one page. There is no convenience fee, and cancellation charges are shown on the bus card up front.
Bus types on this route
- AC SleeperFlat berths, best for the longer departures. Usually the most booked class.
- Volvo / Multi-axleReclining semi-sleeper seats with the smoothest ride; often the fastest buses.
- AC SeaterCheaper and frequent; comfortable for daytime travel.
- Non-AC Sleeper / SeaterLowest fares, from about ₹399.
Popular operators
Operator availability varies by date; the search shows every bus with live seats for your day of travel.
Mumbai to Shirdi bus FAQs
How long does the Mumbai to Shirdi bus take?+
Most Mumbai to Shirdi buses take 5–6.5 hrs for roughly 240 km, depending on the operator, boarding point and traffic. Day departures are frequent, so you can usually pick a time that suits you.
What is the cheapest Mumbai to Shirdi bus fare?+
Fares on this route typically start around ₹399 for non-AC seaters and go up to about ₹1,200 for AC sleepers and multi-axle Volvos. Live fares are shown on the seat map before you pay, and Paymm adds no convenience fee.
Which operators run Mumbai to Shirdi buses?+
Well-known operators on this corridor include MSRTC, Neeta Tours, Konduskar, Sai Travels. Availability changes daily, so search your date to see every bus with live seats.
Can I cancel a Mumbai to Shirdi bus ticket?+
Yes. Open the ticket under My bus bookings and tap Cancel. Each operator sets its own cancellation charge, which you can read on the bus card before paying. The balance is refunded to your original payment method (wallet refunds are instant).