Chennai to Mumbai

Chennai to Mumbai

Chennai
Mumbai
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Chennai to Mumbai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+19h 22m
$651.76
Flight
Air India
Economy
01:00
07:35
$224.11
Flight
Air India
Economy
03:00
09:15
$369.33
Bus
Vkv Travels
AC Sleeper
03:40
07:25
$31.68
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
04:00
09:45
$102.87
Flight
Air India
Economy
04:45
19:05
$122.39
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
05:05
11:35
$76.15
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
05:25
07:30
$59.67
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
05:45
15:15
$155.30
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
06:05
13:45
$69.27
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
06:30
12:20
$200.45
Flight
Air India
Economy
06:50
13:20
$151.17
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
07:15
11:50
$71.40
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
07:35
12:25
$102.87
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
07:55
13:55
$103.40
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
08:15
14:20
$74.46
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
08:40
13:30
$91.96
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
09:00
13:15
$63.07
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
09:20
13:45
$72.08
Flight
Air India
Economy
09:45
16:40
$250.36

How to get from Chennai to Mumbai

Travelling between Chennai and Mumbai is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 824.47 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 48.62.

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Mumbai?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 30 hours to travel between Chennai and Mumbai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Chennai and Mumbai. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 5h 40m to reach Mumbai.

How much does it cost to get from Chennai to Mumbai?

Travelling between Chennai and Mumbai can be as cheap as USD 48.62 if you opt for a Akasa Air flight and as expensive as USD 824.47 if you buy a TaxiBazaar taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Chennai and Mumbai ?

  • 163 from Chennai to Mumbai starting from 00:15 Chennai Airport until 21:30 Chennai Airport
  • 8 from Chennai to Mumbai starting from 00:00 Chennai Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chennai Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chennai to Mumbai.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Chennai to Mumbai, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 48.62.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Chennai and Mumbai

Air India, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, Akasa Air, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo, SpiceJet, SpiceJet

Bus

Travelling from Chennai to Mumbai overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Chennai and Mumbai

National Travels NTA, Ravina Travels, Sea Bird Tourist, Vkv Travels

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Chennai and Mumbai

Cab Expresso, TaxiBazaar

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Chennai to Mumbai?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 64% took a train
  • 32% decided to fly
  • 4% opted for a bus

Transportation from Chennai to Mumbai

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Mumbai

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport1h 50m
Earliest Departure12:15 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day171
Distance1483 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, Akasa Air, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo, National Travels NTA, Ravina Travels, Sea Bird Tourist, SpiceJet, SpiceJet, TaxiBazaar, Vkv Travels