The Mumbai to Delhi expressway route has been transformed by NE-4, India's longest highway. If you're planning to drive from Mumbai to Delhi, you'll now cover most of the distance on an 8-lane, 120 km/h access-controlled expressway — cutting travel time nearly in half compared to the old NH-48 route.
Here's everything you need to know for the Mumbai–Delhi expressway journey in 2026, including which sections are open, what to expect along the way, and how much it'll cost in toll.
Mumbai to Delhi: Distance and Time
| Route | Distance | Estimated Time | |---|---|---| | Old route via NH-48 (Mumbai–Delhi) | ~1,550 km | 22–26 hours | | NE-4 expressway (when fully open) | ~1,386 km | ~12 hours | | Current route (NE-4 + NH sections) | ~1,420–1,450 km | 15–18 hours |
NE-4 is approximately 180 km shorter than the old highway route and eliminates the slow-downs caused by passing through cities, towns, and level crossings. Even with the sections still under construction, the open stretches significantly reduce travel time.
Mumbai–Delhi Expressway: State-by-State Route
Starting from Mumbai and heading north, the NE-4 corridor passes through:
Maharashtra (Mumbai → State Border)
The journey begins at JNPT, Navi Mumbai — the southern terminus of NE-4. From here the expressway passes through Thane and heads north into Gujarat. The Maharashtra section is currently under construction; travellers will need to join via existing highways until this stretch is open.
Gujarat (~430 km)
Gujarat has seen significant progress. Several sections are now operational:
- Kim–Enna section (open June 2026)
- Bharuch–Kharel (open January 2026)
- Vadodara–Bharuch (open February 2024)
- Vadodara–Godhra (open April 2026)
Vadodara is the major interchange hub in Gujarat. From here you can continue north on NE-4.
Madhya Pradesh (~244 km)
The entire Madhya Pradesh section has been open since September 2023 — a continuous 244 km stretch. This is one of the smoothest sections of the expressway. It passes through Ratlam and Mandsaur districts before crossing into Rajasthan.
Rajasthan (~525 km)
Rajasthan has the longest stretch on NE-4. Key open sections include:
- Kota–Laban (80 km, open December 2024)
- Sohna–Dausa–Lalsot (246 km, open February 2023)
The Rajasthan section passes through the famous wildlife corridor — home to Ranthambore and Sariska tiger reserves. You'll drive through the wildlife crossing zone, where overhead animal overpasses allow tigers and leopards to cross safely.
Haryana & Delhi (~60 km)
The expressway enters Haryana at Sohna and continues to Delhi at the Mithapur/DND end — the northern terminus. The 24 km Delhi stretch from Mithapur to Ballabhgarh opened in November 2024.
Key Interchanges on the Mumbai–Delhi Route
Use the Entry & Exit Points map to find your nearest interchange. Key stops heading from Mumbai to Delhi:
| Interchange | State | Status | |---|---|---| | JNPT / Navi Mumbai | Maharashtra | Under construction | | Kim | Gujarat | Operational | | Vadodara | Gujarat | Operational | | Godhra | Gujarat | Operational | | Ratlam / Mandsaur | Madhya Pradesh | Operational | | Kota | Rajasthan | Operational | | Sawai Madhopur | Rajasthan | Operational | | Dausa | Rajasthan | Operational | | Sohna | Haryana | Operational | | Delhi (Mithapur) | Delhi | Operational |
Toll Cost: Mumbai to Delhi
NE-4 uses a closed tolling system — toll is charged per kilometre between your entry and exit interchange, not at individual plazas. A temporary 50% reduction is currently in effect for under-construction sections.
For a private car, current rates are ₹1.10–₹1.50 per km. For the full ~1,386 km journey (when the expressway is fully open), expect a toll of approximately ₹1,500–₹2,100 for a private car.
FASTag is mandatory — keep it funded before you start. See the full rate breakdown on the Toll Rates page.
What's NOT Yet Open (June 2026)
The Maharashtra section (Mumbai to the Gujarat border) is still under construction. When travelling Mumbai to Delhi today, you'll drive on regular highways through Maharashtra until you can join NE-4 in Gujarat.
The expected completion:
- Gujarat remaining sections: late 2026
- Maharashtra section: 2027–28
- Full Mumbai–Delhi expressway: 2027–28
Track the latest updates on the Construction Status page.
Tips for the Mumbai–Delhi Drive
Plan your entry point carefully — because NE-4 is access-controlled, you must identify your entry interchange in advance using the interchange map. You cannot enter at an arbitrary point.
Fill up before entering — while wayside amenity stops with fuel stations are being built (93 planned), not all are open yet. Fill up fuel before your entry point.
FASTag balance — check your FASTag balance the night before. There are no cash lanes on NE-4. If your FASTag balance is insufficient, you'll be charged double at the exit.
Speed cameras — average speed cameras enforce the 120 km/h limit between interchanges. Keep to the speed limit to avoid automatic fines issued via your FASTag.
Wildlife corridor zone — when driving through the Rajasthan wildlife corridor (near Ranthambore), do not stop on the road. The overhead crossings are for animal movement and the area has warning signs.
Mumbai to Delhi Expressway vs Old NH-48: Is NE-4 Worth It?
For most travellers, yes. Even in its current partially-open state, NE-4 eliminates the chaotic sections of the old route — the town-by-town crawl through Rajasthan and the stop-go traffic near Vadodara. The sections that are open are wide, smooth, and significantly faster.
Once fully open, the Mumbai–Delhi expressway will be the fastest, safest, and most comfortable road journey between India's two largest economic centres.
Always check current open sections at nhai.gov.in before a long-distance journey. Conditions and open sections may change.