Gangtok to Mumbai
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Gangtok, Sikkim to Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Gangtok to Mumbai
2420 km · ~52h 24m · About 48h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.
- Start from Gangtok
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
103 km · 2h 4m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 403Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 553Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 703Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
103 km · 2h 4m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 807Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 957Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1107Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
103 km · 2h 4m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1210Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1360Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1510Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
103 km · 2h 4m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1613Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1763Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1913Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
103 km · 2h 4m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2017Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2167Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2317Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
103 km · 2h 4m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MumbaiMumbai, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Gangtok to Mumbai
2420 km · ~53h 48m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Gangtok
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Gangtok. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Gangtok → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~807 km
~17h 56m|Tentative fare ₹890–₹2,310
- Change buses at a major city (around km 807)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Mumbai. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~807 km
~17h 56m|Tentative fare ₹890–₹2,310
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1613)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Mumbai. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Mumbai
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~807 km
~17h 56m|Tentative fare ₹890–₹2,310
- Arrive in Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Gangtok to Mumbai
Nearest railway stations: Darjeeling (about 48 km away) for Gangtok, Mumbai Cst for Mumbai.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Gangtok to Mumbai: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Gangtok to Mumbai is about 2420 km by road, roughly 48.4 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 2420 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹92,894 · Ertiga ₹1,18,304 · Innova ₹1,23,386 · Innova Crysta ₹1,52,046 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,09,780
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,660 · AC Seater ₹4,360 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,870 · AC Sleeper ₹5,570 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,830
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,480 · Economy ₹2,450 · Third AC ₹3,420 · Second AC ₹4,870 · First AC ₹6,810
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Mumbai.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Gangtok to Mumbai. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
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Things to Do in Mumbai
Walk the Gateway of India and Colaba Causeway
Start at the iconic Gateway of India, watching ferries and the Taj Mahal Palace, then stroll down Colaba Causeway for street shopping, old bookshops, and the Sassoon…
2.5 hours
Bollywood Studio Tour at Film City (Goregaon)
Join a guided bus tour of the sprawling Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari, where you’ll see outdoor sets, sound stages, and backdrops from hit films. Guides share gossip…
2.5 hours
Sunset at Marine Drive (Queen’s Necklace)
Sit on the sea wall along the curved Art Deco promenade as the sun dips over the Arabian Sea, then watch the streetlights flicker on, forming the famous necklace of…
1.5 hours
Dhobi Ghat and the Mahalaxmi Racecourse Walk
View the world’s largest open-air laundry from the footbridge, watching hundreds of dhobis beat clothes in concrete troughs — a gritty, real slice of Mumbai. Then, walk…
2 hours
Morning Ferry to Elephanta Caves
Take a public ferry from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island, then climb (or take the toy train) to the 5th-century rock-cut cave temples dedicated to Shiva. The…
4 hours (including ferry and island time)
Explore the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS)…
This grand Indo-Saracenic building houses a superb collection of ancient Indian sculptures, miniature paintings, and a fascinating textile gallery. Allow time for the…
3 hours
Suggested Mumbai Itinerary
Day 1Day 1
- Visit the Gateway of India and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the waterfront, watching ferries and local life.
- Explore the nearby Taj Mahal Palace Hotel exterior and the surrounding Colaba Causeway market for a quick browse (no heavy…
- Take a slow drive along Marine Drive (Queen’s Necklace) in the late afternoon, stopping at a bench to watch the sunset.
Day 2Day 2
- Visit Film City (Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari) in Goregaon for a guided studio tour—see sets, sound stages, and learn about…
- Stop for a traditional Maharashtrian thali lunch at a family-run restaurant in the suburbs.
- In the evening, enjoy a classical dance or music performance at the NCPA (National Centre for the Performing Arts) near Nariman…
Day 3Day 3
- Take a guided walking tour (or drive-by) of the Art Deco buildings along Marine Drive and Oval Maidan, including the Eros Cinema…
- Visit the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (Prince of Wales Museum) for a 1.5-hour curated visit—focus on the…
- End the day at the Hanging Gardens (Parsi Hill) on Malabar Hill, enjoying the cool breeze and panoramic views, then a short…
Food & Rest Stops in Mumbai
- Mahesh Lunch Home0.4 km from centre
- Mocambo Cafe0.4 km from centre
- Ideal Corner0.4 km from centre
- Copper Chimney0.7 km from centre
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