About Borivali West
Borivali West Metro Station brings Mumbai Metro connectivity to one of the western suburbs most active residential and commercial corridors. The station serves the densely populated Borivali West area, known for its residential character, good schools, local markets and proximity to Sanjay Gandhi National Park.
Station Overview
Borivali West is part of Metro Line 2A (Yellow Line) along the Western Express Highway corridor in Zone 2. It is an elevated station above the highway.
Lines and Connectivity
Metro Line 2A connects Borivali West to Dahisar in the north and DN Nagar and Andheri in the south, with interchange available for other metro lines at the southern end of the corridor.
Station Layout and Facilities
The station has elevated platforms with lift and stair access. Facilities include ATMs, toilets and an information desk. Auto-rickshaws and local buses are available at street level for onwards journeys.
Accessibility
Lifts provide step-free access to the platform. Tactile flooring and accessible facilities are in place throughout.
Travel Tips
- Use a Mumbai Metro Smart Card or QR ticket for faster boarding during peak hours.
- Auto-rickshaws are plentiful outside the station for reaching residential lanes.
- For Sanjay Gandhi National Park, the Borivali East entrance is approximately 2 km away.
Nearby Attractions
Sanjay Gandhi National Park - 2 km east. Large protected forest with walking trails and the Kanheri Caves.
Borivali West residential and market area - directly accessible from the station exits.
Timings and Best Time to Travel
Metro Line 2A operates approximately 06:00-23:00 daily. Peak hours are 08:00-10:00 and 17:30-20:00.
Nearest Metro to Borivali West markets
If you are heading to Borivali West markets, Borivali West is your closest metro stop on the Line 2A (Yellow). It also gives easy access to Link Road shopping and Essel World/Gorai ferry approach by road. Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.
Stations on This Line
Traveller Tips
- 1This station is ideal for north-west suburban trips that do not require entering the suburban railway network.
- 2Auto-rickshaw demand spikes sharply during evening peaks, so book quickly if you are heading deeper into Borivali West.
- 3If you are choosing between road and metro for Malad or Andheri West, Line 2A is usually more predictable.