Delhi to Mumbai: Road Trip Guide & Distance

716.6 miles 1153.2 km · straight line
858.5 miles actual route 1381.7 km · driving distance
16h 55min estimated drive time
INR 8532 - INR 10501 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Delhi from Mumbai?

The distance from Delhi to Mumbai is 716.6 miles (1153.2 km) as the crow flies. Mumbai is located SSW of Delhi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 858.5 miles, taking about 16h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Both are located in India.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Delhi and Mumbai. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Delhi to Mumbai

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 55min INR 8532 - INR 10501 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 18min $69–$129* Budget
Train ~22h 0min $103–$300* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Delhi & Mumbai

Quick Facts

Delhi
28.70°N, 77.10°E
Asia/Kolkata
216m elevation
Mumbai
19.08°N, 72.88°E
Asia/Kolkata
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 239 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM