Archive · 30 May 2025
BEST Launches New AC Bus Route from Mantralaya to Thane
Imagine a new, cool bus that goes from a government building called Mantralaya to a place called Thane!
It's an air-conditioned bus, perfect for hot days.
This new bus starts on June 1.
Other buses are also getting a cool upgrade, changing from regular to AC.
The new bus route will go through special highways to get there fast.
This means it will be much more comfortable for everyone who rides these buses.
BEST is launching a new AC bus route connecting Mantralaya and Thane.
The new route (A 490) will operate during peak hours, starting June 1.
Buses from Thane will depart at 7:30 am and 8 am.
Buses from Mantralaya will depart at 5:30 pm and 6 pm.
Several existing non-AC bus routes will be converted to AC service.
- Who
- BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport) and commuters.
- What
- BEST is starting a new AC bus route and converting several non-AC routes to AC.
- When
- Starting June 1.
- Where
- Mumbai, connecting Mantralaya to Thane and various other routes.
- Why
- To provide AC bus services to commuters on various routes.
- New Route Number
- A 490
- New Route
- Mantralaya to Balkum (Thane)
- Thane Departure Times
- 7:30 am and 8 am
- Mantralaya Departure Times
- 5:30 pm and 6 pm
- Route Via
- Eastern Freeway and Eastern Express Highway
- AC Conversions
- 13 routes