Mumbai to Chennai Transport — Part Load & Full Truck
About 1,338 km by road. Estimate part-load and full-truck charges, transit time and e-way-bill validity, then compare verified transporters.
Rates and times are estimates.
About the Mumbai–Chennai freight lane
Mumbai–Chennai connects India's two largest port cities by road, running through Bangalore on the way. It is used for domestic distribution between west and south as well as for cargo that needs to reach the other coast without a coastal ship. Shippers with Bangalore stock can often combine drops on the same truck.
Usual route: NH48 via Pune, Kolhapur, Belagavi, Hubballi and Bangalore, then on to Chennai.
Things to plan for
- Two monsoon seasons matter: the south-west monsoon on the Mumbai end and the north-east monsoon on the Chennai end.
- Combining a Bangalore drop is common and can lower the per-unit cost.
- For large volumes, compare road freight with rail or coastal shipping.
Typical cargo Mumbai → Chennai
- • Chemicals and pharma
- • FMCG
- • Steel
- • Plastics
Typical cargo Chennai → Mumbai
- • Automobiles and auto parts
- • Electronics
- • Leather goods
Mumbai to Chennai freight charges — estimates
Worked from typical market per-kg and per-km ranges for ~1,338 km. Not a quote.
Part load (shared truck)
| Consignment | Estimated charge |
|---|---|
| Per kg | ₹9 – ₹15 / kg |
| 100 kg | ₹900 – ₹1,500 |
| 500 kg | ₹4,500 – ₹7,500 |
| 1,000 kg | ₹9,000 – ₹15,000 |
Full truck load (dedicated truck)
| Truck | Estimated trip charge |
|---|---|
| 14–17 ft (up to ~3–4 T) | ₹53,500 – ₹93,500 |
| 19–20 ft (up to ~7–9 T) | ₹73,500 – ₹1,20,500 |
| 32 ft SXL / MXL (~7–18 T) | ₹93,500 – ₹1,60,500 |
Market estimates only. Final cost depends on exact pickup and drop points, goods type, weight vs volume, tolls, loading labour, waiting time, season and return-load availability. Always compare written quotes.
Paperwork for Mumbai to Chennai freight
- Tax invoice or delivery challan for the goods, issued by the consignor.
- E-way bill for consignments above ₹50,000, valid about 7 days for this distance (normal cargo).
- Lorry receipt (LR) / consignment note from the transporter, your proof of handover.
- Transit insurance for the declared value, recommended on longer lanes.
Mumbai to Chennai freight: FAQs
What is the road distance from Mumbai to Chennai?
Roughly 1,338 km by road, usually via NH48 via Pune, Kolhapur, Belagavi, Hubballi and Bangalore, then on to Chennai. The exact distance depends on your pickup and drop addresses and the route the driver takes.
How much does part load cost from Mumbai to Chennai?
As a market estimate, around ₹9–₹15 per kg, billed on the greater of actual and volumetric weight, with a minimum charge per booking. For example, 500 kg would be roughly ₹4,500–₹7,500. Your quote depends on the goods, packing and pickup and drop access.
What is the full truck charge from Mumbai to Chennai?
As an estimate, a 32 ft truck works out to roughly ₹93,500–₹1,60,500 for the trip, and smaller trucks less. Tolls, loading labour, waiting time and return-load availability change the final price, so compare written quotes.
How long does a truck take from Mumbai to Chennai?
A dedicated truck usually takes about 3–4 days. Part load generally takes longer because the truck consolidates cargo and may transfer at a hub. Weather, festivals and checkpoints can add time.
How long is the e-way bill valid from Mumbai to Chennai?
For normal cargo, an e-way bill is valid for one day per 200 km or part of it, so about 7 days for roughly 1,338 km. Validity can be extended in specific situations. Over-dimensional cargo has a shorter per-day distance. Check the current GST rules when generating it.