Mumbai to Lothal
The distance from Mumbai to Lothal is about 486 km by road, roughly 9.5 hours (estimated).
Tentative Fare Estimate
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 Mumbai to Lothal is about 486 km by road, roughly 9.5 hours (estimated).
Route Map
By Car: Mumbai to Lothal
486 km · ~10h 23m · About 10h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Mumbai
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.
93 km · 1h 52m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 243Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 393Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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: Mumbai to Lothal
486 km · ~10h 48m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Mumbai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mumbai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Mumbai → Lothal
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~486 km
~10h 48m|Tentative fare ₹530–₹1,410
- Arrive in Lothal
Lothal, Gujarat
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Mumbai to Lothal
Nearest railway stations: Lokmanya Tilak Term for Mumbai, Lothal Bhurki for Lothal.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 21h 55m in total
Change trains at Botad Jn — about 7h 29m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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.
Transport Options
By Car
Approximately 486 km by road from Mumbai to Lothal, roughly 9.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
By Train
The nearest railway station to Lothal is Lothal Bhurki railway station, about 4 km from the town centre.
Railhead
Reach Lothal Bhurki railway station, then continue by local transport.
- Lothal Bhurki railway station — about 4 km
- Arnej railway station — about 7 km
Budget Estimate
road
486 km
9.5 hours
Approximately 486 km by road from Mumbai to Lothal, roughly 9.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
486 km
The nearest railway station to Lothal is Lothal Bhurki railway station, about 4 km from the town centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 486 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Sardar Vallabh Patel International Airport (AMD), about 73 km away.
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