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Mapusa to Old Goa

The distance from Mapusa to Old Goa is about 18 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Panjim (Panaji), the state capital of Goa, is barely 9 km from here, so it is easy to take

18 kmDistance
1 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,855
Ertiga₹7,430
Innova₹7,745
Innova Crysta₹9,570
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹20
AC Seater₹30
Non-AC Sleeper₹30
AC Sleeper₹40
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹100
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Train
Sleeper₹40
Economy₹50
Third AC₹60
Second AC₹70
First AC₹80
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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.

Overview

The distance from Mapusa to Old Goa is about 18 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Panjim (Panaji), the state capital of Goa, is barely 9 km from here, so it is easy to take a bus from Panjim to Old Goa. Private vehicles too ply, but taxis tend to overcharge in Goa.

Route Map

By Car: Mapusa to Old Goa

18 km · ~22m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Mapusa

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 18 km · 22m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Old Goa

    Old Goa, Goa

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: Mapusa to Old Goa

18 km · ~24m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Mapusa

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mapusa. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Mapusa → Old Goa

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~18 km

    ~24m|Tentative fare ₹20–₹100

  3. Arrive in Old Goa

    Old Goa, Goa

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Mapusa to Old Goa

Nearest railway stations: Thivim for Mapusa, Karmali for Old Goa.

Direct trains

MUMBAI LTT - MANGALORE CENT Matsyagandha Exp#12619 · Superfast
12:20 AMThivim
13m1 stops
12:33 AMKarmali
Tirunelveli - Hapa (Biweekly) SF Express#12997 · Superfast
01:47 AMKarmali
11m1 stops
01:58 AMThivim
KOCHUVELI - MUMBAI LTT Garib Rath Exp#12202 · Garib Rath
02:06 AMKarmali
11m1 stops
02:17 AMThivim
MUM LTT - ERNAKULAM AC Duronto#12223 · Duronto
03:37 AMThivim
13m1 stops
03:50 AMKarmali
YESVANTPUR - VASCO DA GAMA Exp#17309 · Express
05:47 AMDabolim
13m1 stops
06:00 AMVasco Da Gama

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.

Hotels in Old Goa

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Things to Do in Old Goa

Basilica of Bom Jesus

Home to the grave of St. Francis Xavier.

Sound and Light Gallery Museum

You can get a Christian religious tour.

Visit Shree Betal temple

Shri Betal temple is a Hindu temple in Amona village in the Bicholim taluk of Goa, India.

Visit Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church

The Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church is located in Panjim, Goa, India. The Church conducts Mass every day in English, Konkani, and Portuguese.

Visit Mandovi Bridge

The Mandovi bridge is a set of two bridges. It carries four lanes over the Mandovi river.

Visit Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary

Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is an estuarine mangrove habitat, which is declared as the bird sanctuary, and located on western tip of the Island of Chorão along the Mandovi…

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Suggested Old Goa Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Old Goa

  • Travel from Mapusa to Old Goa (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Church and Convent of St. Francis of Assisi

Day 2Explore Old Goa

  • Visit Fort Santo Estevão
  • Visit Shree Betal temple
  • Visit Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Mandovi Bridge
  • Head back to Mapusa
Suggested from Old Goa's top sights.

Budget Estimate

road

18 km

1 hours

Approximately 18 km by road from Mapusa to Old Goa, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

18 km

The nearest railway station to Old Goa is Karmali railway station, about 2 km from the town centre.

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Old Goa trip and see the full Mapusa → Old Goa → next stop route.

Old Goa → Margao

About 35 km by road

Old Goa → Cavelossim

About 50 km by road

Old Goa → Sawantwadi

About 60 km by road

Old Goa → Tarkarli

About 95 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Old Goa from Mapusa?

About 18 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Old Goa?

Goa Dabolim International Airport (GOI), about 16 km away.

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