Chennai to Mumbai by train, bus, flight, taxi from INR 4,657

Chennai to Mumbai Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+19h 22m	$679.52
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	$33.03
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

When you want to get from Chennai to Mumbai, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 859.59. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 50.69.

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

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Mumbai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Akasa Air: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 50.69 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 859.59.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chennai to Mumbai:

Train tickets - USD 9.39 to USD 28.63;
Bus tickets - USD 40.23 to USD 64.12;
Plane tickets - USD 50.69 to USD 244.81;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 299.91 to USD 859.59.

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

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Flights from Chennai to Mumbai depart during the day - there are approximately 163 departures a day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chennai to Mumbai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Mumbai. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 50.69.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Chennai to Mumbai

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

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Mumbai is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chennai to Mumbai. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 299.91.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Chennai to Mumbai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai to Mumbai? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

64% users enjoyed a train ride.
32% users took a plane.
4% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Chennai to Mumbai

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Mumbai

Cheapest Transport	$10
Fastest Transport	1h 50m
Earliest Departure	12:15 凌晨
Latest Departure	11:59 晚上
Departures per day	171
Distance	1483 kilometers
Transport Companies	Air India, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, Akasa Air, Cab Expresso, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo, National Travels NTA, Ravina Travels, Sea Bird Tourist, SpiceJet, SpiceJet, TaxiBazaar, Vkv Travels

Popular Routes

Chennai to Mumbai