Situated in western India’s Rajasthan state, is Mount Abu. Mount Abu is a hill station in the Aravalli Range on a rocky plateau surrounded by dense forest. It offers great views and a considerably cool climate for the desert state. The quickest and most preferred way to travel from Mumbai to this hill station is by car which takes about 10 Hours. The train is the cheapest option and usually preferred by groups, which takes about 12 hours.
A road trip from Mumbai to Mount Abu is quite convenient and comfortable. However the journey can become quite boring.
Approximate Travel Time: 14 Hours Approximate Taxi Fare: INR 6000 Car Rentals In Mumbai: Savaari Car Rentals Private Limited, Carjee Car Rentals, Milan Travels Car Rental In Mumbai
Route 1: Via NH 48
Distance: 760 Kms Time: 13 Hours 40 Minutes Sights on the way:Gateway of India, Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Tungareshwar National Park, Dumas Beach Surat Castle, Sabarmati Ashram, Lakshmi Vilas Palace, EME Temple, Nakki Lake, Dilwara Temples. Eating options: Queensline SeaYAH, The Dumas Cafe, Darbar Hall, Lukshmi Vilas Palace, Shri Guruprasad Restaurant, Sankalp Restaurant.
Route 2: Via Purna Wildlife Sanctuary and Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary
Distance: 1015 Kms Time: 20 Hours Sights on the way: Gateway of India, Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Tungareshwar National Park, Purna Wildlife Sanctuary, Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Sabarmati Ashram, Lakshmi Vilas Palace, EME Temple, Nakki Lake, Dilwara Temples. Eating options: Queensline SeaYAH, Frontier, Darbar Hall, Lukshmi Vilas Palace, Shri Guruprasad Restaurant, Sankalp Restaurant
2. Mumbai to Mount Abu by Bus
Another option to travel by road is by taking the public bus system from Mumbai. However the journey is quite long and a bus ride is not always comfortable. If you still prefer taking the bus to travel, we suggest you take an overnight ride.
Starting Point: Mumbai Terminating Point: Mount Abu Bus Depot Travel time: 17 Hours Distance : 756 Kms Frequency: Four times a day Ticket cost: INR 1300
3. Mumbai to Mount Abu by Train
The most convenient way to travel without any stress and hassle is the train between the two cities. The journey is extremely comfortable and does not take too long either. Most groups travelling to Mount Abu prefer the train journey over the road trip.
Travel time: 12 Hours 40 Minutes Distance : 700 Kms Frequency: Three times a week Ticket cost: INR 750