Specialities of Transport in Mumbai

There are various specialities of public means of transport in Mumbai. Railways, Autos, Taxis, Buses and the new addition to the list is Metro and Mono rail. However, Railways are the heart of Mumbai and the most important means of transport. There are amusing points to enjoy while travelling by these means of transport.

Railways:       

Railways in Mumbai are the major means of transport of millions of people. Railways are one of the means that keep Mumbai alive, and this is not an exaggeration if I say that. You will find crowd in railway trains at anytime of the day, especially at peak hours. It is a big achievement if you get to board a train at peak hours. Actually, railways are most cost-effective means of transport and many people prefer it. People manage to get inside of that jam packed local and even get down at the desired destination. You don’t have to make any effort to get down because people standing behind you will push you and you will get down easily. Churchgate trains in the morning and Virar trains in the evening are full to the extent that people risk their lives and travel on the foot board and roof tops of the trains.

You will find all types of crazy people in local trains. If you want to know Mumbai you just have to take one ride in the local trains and you will get to know at least half of Mumbai and Mumbaikars. The hustle-bustle at the railway stations will keep you wondering as to how the people here don’t even have a single minute to spare. Almost all Mumbaikars will be knowing which station will come on which side in which particular train and you will be impressed by our accuracy. The way people fight over petty issues in local trains is very entertaining. Everyone here has his/her experience to share about their travel in the local trains and you will get to hear a story from each Mumbaikar if you ask about Railway travelling.

I can go on and on about the speciality of railways in Mumbai but I also have to cover other means.

Autos and Taxis

Auto and Taxi drivers are the people who show much of an attitude here. They will not be ready at first to go at your desired location. There are also share autos and taxis running which is another option as they don’t run on normal meter rates but they can charge you any desired amount if the destination is too far. However, this is not the condition always. You will find people standing in long queues for autos and taxis. And yes, if you find an auto to go to your desired location in the monsoons without much of a pleading to the drivers, then it is a great achievement and a moment to celebrate.

Buses:

Buses again equal the local trains as they are cheaper than autos and taxis. Mumbai has one of the largest network of buses which reaches to each part of the city. It connects every nook and corner of the city. The only problem in the bus is that the conductors crib for ‘chutta paisa’ (change or exact money). I will recommend people not to board any bus without change in your pocket especially at morning time, as you will end up in a fight with the conductor.

Metro and Mono Rail

The new development of Mumbai is the Metro and Mono rail. It covers a short distance but is very convenient for most people because traffic is avoided which they get while travelling by buses, autos and taxis. It was a point of attraction for most people when it started and people went to enjoy the metro/mono ride. People even clicked pictures in the trains even when it is not allowed and put it on social networking sites. Yes, it was such a great achievement for us Mumbaikars.