{"id":34951,"date":"2026-02-18T18:14:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T12:44:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/?p=34951"},"modified":"2026-10-15T19:20:20","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T13:50:20","slug":"how-to-travel-between-delhi-and-mumbai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/how-to-travel-between-delhi-and-mumbai\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Travel Between Delhi and Mumbai \u2014 Flights, Trains, Drive & Expressway (2026 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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The Delhi to Mumbai corridor is one of India\u2019s most travelled long-distance routes, linking the political capital with the financial capital. As of April 2026, travellers have more options than ever \u2014 competitive airfares in the shoulder season, an expanding Vande Bharat rail network, and a Delhi\u2013Mumbai Expressway opening progressively along key stretches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Delhi and Mumbai are approximately 1,400 km apart. Four main ways to make the trip. Fly<\/strong> in 2 to 2.5 hours in the air (4 to 6 hours door to door), the fastest option. Train<\/strong> overnight in 15 to 17 hours on the Mumbai Rajdhani or August Kranti, the sweet spot of comfort and value. Drive<\/strong> in 18 to 22 hours over two days on the partially operational Delhi-Mumbai Expressway plus NH-48 (one overnight stop at Jaipur, Udaipur, or Ahmedabad recommended), the most flexible for groups and heavy luggage. Overnight sleeper bus<\/strong> in 22 to 26 hours, the most budget option. For October 2026 travellers, book flights 3 to 6 weeks ahead to avoid Diwali rate spikes (November 20).<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

This guide covers every major travel mode, current April 2026 pricing, the latest expressway status, and stay planning insight for the route.
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