Surat to Mumbai by tempo traveller or bus

Mumbai is a city destination in Maharashtra, ≈ 284 km from Surat. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.

Surat to Mumbai is ≈ 284 km by road, 6–7 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A 2-day round trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹18,000–21,900, and ₹38,300–51,400 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).

Distance
≈ 284 km
estimated
Drive time
6–7 h
group vehicle
Plan for
2 to 3 days
most groups
Round trip
~625 km
crosses a state border
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Surat to Mumbai fare by vehicle

Round trip with driver over 2 days, about 625 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.

Surat to Mumbai: indicative fares by vehicle
VehicleSeatsRound trip, 2 daysQuotes
SUV / Innova6–7₹12,700–16,600Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 12-seater9–12₹15,300–19,300Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 17-seater13–17₹18,000–21,900Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater18–26₹20,600–25,800Get quotes
Force Urbania (luxury van)10–17₹23,200–29,800Get quotes
Mini Bus 28–35 seater27–35₹28,500–38,300Get quotes
AC Coach 40–49 seater36–49₹38,300–51,400Get quotes
AC Coach 50–56 seater50–56₹44,900–58,000Get quotes

Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. An inter-state toll estimate is included; parking is extra at actual cost. State entry tax for crossing the border is not included yet; operators add it on the quote. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.

Change the days or stops in the fare calculatorRates per km for every vehicle

What to see in Mumbai

The sea-facing city of dreams

  1. Day 1

    South Mumbai

    • Gateway of India
    • Colaba Causeway
    • Marine Drive at sunset
    • Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (outside)

  2. Day 2

    Temples and beaches

    • Siddhivinayak Temple
    • Haji Ali Dargah (low tide)
    • Juhu Beach street food

  3. Day 3

    Elephanta Caves

    • Ferry from the Gateway to Elephanta Caves (UNESCO)

Best time to go

November to February.

  • Monsoon flooding can stop traffic; keep a buffer.
  • Elephanta Caves are closed on Mondays.

Where groups stay

  • Andheri / Juhu: Near the airport and beaches
  • Navi Mumbai: Cheaper, easier for buses

On the way

Places close to the route, good for a break or a darshan stop.

  • Daman

Add to the trip: around Mumbai

Distances are estimated from the map.

Good to know

  • Crossing a state border adds a permit or entry tax for commercial vehicles. Operators with an all-India permit include it; ask for it on the quote.
  • Quotes usually include fuel, driver, and his food and stay. Tolls, parking and state taxes are listed separately. Yippigo shows each quote line by line.
  • Traffic is heavy; plan one area per day.
  • Tourist buses have limited parking in South Mumbai; your driver will drop and pick up.

Questions groups ask

How far is Mumbai from Surat by road?

≈ 284 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 625 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 6–7 hours with tea and meal stops.

What is the tempo traveller fare from Surat to Mumbai?

For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹15,300–19,300 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹18,000–21,900 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹20,600–25,800 (Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater), indicative, October 2026. That covers vehicle hire, the driver allowance, night halts and 5% GST; tolls and parking are extra. State entry tax for Maharashtra is not in these figures; operators add it on the quote.

How much does a bus from Surat to Mumbai cost?

For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹28,500–38,300 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹38,300–51,400 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹44,900–58,000 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra. State entry tax for Maharashtra is not in these figures; operators add it on the quote.

How many days should a group plan for Mumbai?

Most groups make it 2 to 3 days. With an extra day you can add Navi Mumbai and Thane. Best time to go: November to February.

Which vehicle suits my group?

Up to 7 people fit an SUV or Innova; 9–26 a tempo traveller; 27–35 a mini bus; 36–56 a full-size coach. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.

How do I get exact prices?

Post your dates and group size on Yippigo. Up to 6 verified operators near Surat are invited to quote, aiming for 3 quotes: vehicle, driver, tolls and permits line by line. You compare and pay the operator you choose an advance (20–30%) directly.

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