Dadar TT Circle — officially named Khodadad Circle but universally and affectionately called Dadar TT by generations of Mumbaikars — is one of the most historically charged, most socially significant, and most transit-rich intersections in the entire Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The “TT” derives from Tram Terminus — a proud nod to the point where Bombay’s legendary tram network once ended its service — a piece of urban heritage that, though the trams themselves are long gone, lives on in everyday Mumbai speech. Situated on Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marg (Vincent Road) in Dadar East, the circle sits at the physical and cultural intersection of central Mumbai’s most important axes: it is equidistant between Dadar Railway Station (Central and Western Lines), the newly inaugurated Dadar Metro Station on Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line, opened 9 May 2025), Ruia College, the BEST Workshop (Khodadad Circle), Chitra and Sharda Cinemas, and the storied proximity of Chaitya Bhoomi — Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s memorial — all within a 5 to 15-minute walk. The first BEST bus service at the circle (Route C-521) begins at 4:02 AM and the last (Route 15) runs until 12:24 AM.
Location
- Address: Dadar TT Circle (Khodadad Circle), Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marg (Vincent Road), Dadar East, Dadar, Mumbai — 400014, Maharashtra
- Pin Code: 400014
- STD Code: 022
- Administrative Zone: G/North Ward — Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)
| Reference Point | Distance |
| Dadar Railway Station (CR + WR) | 381 metres — 5-minute walk |
| BEST Workshop (Khodadad Circle) | 296 metres — 4-minute walk |
| Ruia College | 276 metres — 4-minute walk |
| Sharda / Chitra Cinema | 168 — 180 metres — 3-minute walk |
| Dadar Metro Station (Line 3 / Aqua Line) | 1.3 kilometres — 17-minute walk |
| Naigaon Station (Monorail / LRT) | 847 metres — 11-minute walk |
| Matunga Road Railway Station | 1.49 kilometres — 19-minute walk |
| Chaitya Bhoomi (Dr. Ambedkar Memorial) | 1 kilometre |
| Shiv Sena Bhavan | 500 metres |
| Parel | 2 kilometres |
| Worli | 4 kilometres |
| CSMT (South Mumbai) | 10 kilometres |
Directions to Dadar TT Circle
From CSMT / CST (South Mumbai)
Take the Central Railway local train from CSMT to Dadar Station (3 to 4 stops, approximately 12 minutes) → exit Dadar East → 5-minute walk along Ambedkar Marg → Dadar TT Circle.
From Bandra
Take Western Railway local from Bandra to Dadar Station (2 stops, approximately 8 minutes) → cross to Dadar East → 5 to 8-minute walk → Dadar TT Circle.
From Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
Take a cab via the Eastern Express Highway southward → approximately 11 to 14 kilometres — 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.
From Parel
Take BEST Route 51 or 66 northward → approximately 2 kilometres — 5 to 10 minutes.
From Dadar Metro Station (Line 3)
Exit the Aqua Line Metro → walk 17 minutes along Ambedkar Marg, or take a 3-minute auto-rickshaw ride → Dadar TT Circle.
Road Connectivity
| Road | Direction | Connectivity |
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marg (Vincent Road) | North–South | Dadar East, Naigaon (north) — Parel, Lower Parel (south) |
| Lady Jamshedji Road | West | Dadar Railway Station (West), Shivaji Park |
| N.C. Kelkar Road | West | Dadar West commercial belt |
| Gokhale Road | North | Dadar Market, Dadar Station approach |
| Eastern Express Highway (via Parel) | South | CSMT, South Mumbai, Sion, Thane |
| Senapati Bapat Marg | West | Lower Parel, Worli, BKC corridor |
BEST Bus Connectivity
| BEST Route | Service Details |
| Route C-521 | First bus at Khodadad Circle at 4:02 AM — city corridor service |
| Route 51 | Via Dadar TT — first bus 4:47 AM |
| Route 66 | Via Dadar TT — cross-city service |
| Route 15 | Last bus at Khodadad Circle at 12:24 AM |
| Route 110 | Via Khodadad Circle — city connector |
| Routes A-1, A-4, A-5, A-6, A-7, A-8 | AC services via Khodadad Circle |
| Routes A-19, A-21, A-22, A-25, A-30 | AC zone services via Dadar TT |
| Routes A-59, A-63, A-92, A-200 | AC city services — via Khodadad Circle |
| Routes 88, C-54, 165, 169, 172 | Via Khodadad Circle |
| Routes 4LTD, 6LTD, 11LTD, 29LTD | LTD (limited stop) services via Dadar TT |
| Routes 354, C-440, A-351 | Via Dadar TT Circle zone |
First BEST bus: Route C-521 at 4:02 AM. Last BEST bus: Route 15 at 12:24 AM.
Railway Connectivity
| Station | Distance | Line | Notes |
| Dadar Railway Station | 381 metres — 5-min walk | Central Railway + Western Railway | One of Mumbai’s most important suburban rail interchanges — both CR and WR |
| Matunga Road Railway Station | 1.49 km | Central Railway Main Line | Additional CR suburban access |
| Prabhadevi Railway Station | 2 km | Western Railway suburban | WR access westward |
Metro Connectivity
Dadar Metro Station on Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line — Colaba–Bandra–Seepz) opened on 9 May 2025, approximately 1.3 kilometres (17-minute walk) from Dadar TT Circle. The Aqua Line provides underground connectivity to BKC, Bandra, Seepz, and CSMT (Colaba end), with the first Line 3 Metro running at 6:21 AM and the last at 10:56 PM. Naigaon Monorail Station (Mumbai Monorail / LRT) is 847 metres away — an 11-minute walk — connecting to the Wadala–Chembur corridor.
Nearby Areas and Landmarks
| Landmark / Area | Distance | Description |
| Ruia College | 276 metres | One of Mumbai’s most prestigious and historically significant autonomous colleges |
| BEST Workshop (Khodadad Circle) | 296 metres | BEST’s major bus workshop depot — operational hub adjacent to the circle |
| Sharda / Chitra Cinema | 168 — 180 metres | Heritage single-screen cinemas — central Mumbai cultural landmarks |
| Chaitya Bhoomi | 1 km | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s memorial — one of Mumbai’s most revered pilgrimage and civic sites |
| Shiv Sena Bhavan | 500 metres | Headquarters of the Shiv Sena political party — iconic central Mumbai landmark |
| Dadar Market | 500 metres | Mumbai’s most celebrated flower, vegetable, and fish market |
| Shivaji Park | 1.5 km | Mumbai’s most historic cricket ground and civic open space |
| Shardashram Vidyamandir School | 500 metres | Renowned CBSE school near Dadar TT |
| Hindmata | 1.5 km | Major junction south of Dadar TT on Ambedkar Marg |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What does “TT” stand for in Dadar TT Circle?
TT stands for Tram Terminus — the historic point where Bombay’s tram network once terminated. Though trams ended decades ago, the name Dadar TT remains permanently embedded in Mumbai’s everyday language.
Q2. How far is Dadar Railway Station from Dadar TT Circle?
Approximately 381 metres — a 5-minute walk along Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marg, with access to both the Central Railway and Western Railway platforms.
Q3. Which Metro station serves Dadar TT Circle?
Dadar Metro Station on Line 3 (Aqua Line), which opened on 9 May 2025, is approximately 1.3 kilometres away — a 17-minute walk or a 3-minute auto-rickshaw ride. The Aqua Line connects to BKC, Bandra, and Colaba.
Q4. Which BEST bus routes serve Dadar TT Circle?
Routes C-521, 15, 51, 66, 110, A-1, A-4, A-5, A-7, A-8, A-19, A-21, A-22, A-25, A-30, A-200, 165, and multiple LTD routes all serve the circle. The first bus (C-521) starts at 4:02 AM and the last (Route 15) runs until 12:24 AM.
Q5. What is Chaitya Bhoomi and how far is it from Dadar TT Circle?
Chaitya Bhoomi is the memorial of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar — one of Mumbai’s most sacred and most visited civic sites — approximately 1 kilometre south along Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marg from Dadar TT Circle.
