TransportTravel note
Avoid local trains at rush hour with bags
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
Mumbai's suburban trains are the fastest way across the city, but at peak hours they are packed beyond what most visitors can imagine. Getting on and off with luggage can be impossible.
The lesson
Travel off-peak, and take a cab when you're carrying bags.
Advice for future travellers
There are dedicated ladies' compartments; check the markings on the platform.
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