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Book Tata AceMumbai to Gandhidham Transport Services
About 700 km, one state border, usually 1 - 2 days.
Gandhidham exists because of Kandla. The town sits next to one of India's largest ports by cargo volume, with Mundra not far beyond it, and that shapes nearly everything moving on this corridor. If your consignment is port-linked in either direction, this is a lane worth understanding properly.
Rate for your load: freight calculator. Call 72020 45678 for availability on your dates.
Route details
- Origin: Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Destination: Gandhidham, Gujarat
- Distance: approx. 700 km via NH-48 and NH-27 through Ahmedabad and Rajkot [Verify routing]
- Transit: 1 - 2 days
- States crossed: Maharashtra, Gujarat
- E-way bill required above Rs.50,000, one state border
- Book 2 to 3 days ahead
FTL rates
Per-trip figures at roughly 700 km, toll included.
|
Vehicle |
Load Capacity |
Trip Rate |
|
Tata Ace / Bada Dost |
Up to 1.5T |
Rs.25,200 - Rs.30,300 |
|
Eicher 14FT |
3.5T |
Rs.31,700 - Rs.35,500 |
|
Eicher 17FT |
5T |
Rs.38,800 - Rs.43,900 |
|
Eicher 19FT |
7T |
Rs.44,900 - Rs.50,700 |
|
20FT Container |
6.5T |
Rs.56,700 - Rs.59,500 |
|
32FT Container |
16T |
Rs.60,600 - Rs.65,500 |
Ranges, not quotes. Your figure depends on exact pickup and drop points and the booking date, and includes toll. Check it on the freight calculator.
The port dimension
Two kinds of freight run this corridor, and they behave differently.
The first is ordinary commercial movement. FMCG from Bhiwandi, chemicals from Thane MIDC, and general goods heading to Gandhidham and Kutch buyers. Standard planning applies.
The second is port-linked, and it comes with a timing constraint the first does not. Export consignments staging at Kandla or Mundra work backwards from a vessel cut-off. Import cargo clearing at the port and moving inland to Mumbai works forward from a clearance date that is not always predictable.
If your movement sits in the second category, the useful thing is to book with the cut-off or clearance window in mind rather than the transit time. A 1 - 2 day transit means nothing if the truck arrives after the gate closes.
What moves on this corridor
Southbound from Mumbai: FMCG from the Bhiwandi distribution belt, chemicals and pharma from Thane MIDC and Navi Mumbai, and general commercial goods for Kutch region buyers.
Northbound from Gandhidham: dry cargo and chemicals cleared at Kandla, polymer and plastic goods from GIDC Adipur, salt and agri goods from the Kutch belt, and timber, which moves in volume through Kandla.
That two-way traffic keeps rates reasonably steady for a 700 km run.
Chemicals and anything needing enclosed transport should move in a container rather than an open body. See container truck transport.
Booking this route well
Load timing matters more than it does on a longer corridor. A truck away from Bhiwandi by early evening reaches Gandhidham the following morning, inside working hours at both the industrial areas and the port belt. Load late and you arrive mid-afternoon, which on a port-linked movement can cost you a day.
The Ahmedabad stretch is the busiest part of the run. Beyond it, NH-27 west through Rajkot is generally clear, so the first half of the journey determines the arrival time more than the second.
On documentation, one border only, which makes this simpler than most corridors of comparable length. E-way bill above Rs.50,000, and if the consignment involves hazardous chemicals, the vehicle certification and driver endorsement need confirming at booking rather than at loading.
Pickup areas in Mumbai
- Bhiwandi: FMCG and retail distribution
- Thane MIDC: chemicals and manufacturing goods
- Navi Mumbai and Turbhe: pharma and commercial goods
- Andheri and Vikhroli: general commercial and trading goods
Delivery areas in Gandhidham
- Kandla Port area: port-linked dry cargo and chemical freight
- GIDC Adipur: chemicals, plastics and general manufacturing
- Gandhidham city commercial belt: FMCG and wholesale freight
- Mundra Port area: container and bulk cargo-linked freight
What the booking covers
- Full vehicle for your consignment, no co-loading
- Toll inside the quoted rate
- Driver name, vehicle number and direct contact before dispatch
- GPS tracking from dispatch to delivery
- Lorry Receipt at loading, GST invoice after delivery
Payment in three parts: Booking Amount at confirmation, 90% at loading, balance before unloading in Gandhidham. NEFT, IMPS, UPI including PhonePe and GPay, and major debit or credit cards. No cash.
Not included: loading and unloading labour at either end, and transit insurance, which the shipper arranges directly. Customs and port clearance work is handled by your CHA, not by the transporter.
FAQ
How long does Mumbai to Gandhidham take by truck?
Usually 1 - 2 days across roughly 700 km.
What does Mumbai to Gandhidham transport cost?
A 14ft Eicher runs Rs.31,700 - Rs.35,500, toll included. A 32FT container at 16 tonnes runs Rs.60,600 - Rs.65,500. Check the freight calculator for your specific load.
Can TruckGuru deliver to Kandla or Mundra port?
Yes. Both port areas are within the Gandhidham delivery zone. For export consignments working to a vessel cut-off, book with that deadline in mind rather than the transit time alone.
Is toll included in the rate?
Yes. The figure confirmed at booking includes toll. Nothing is added at delivery.
What is the best time to load for this route?
Early evening. A truck away by six or seven reaches Gandhidham the following morning, inside working hours at the industrial areas and port belt. Loading late pushes arrival to mid-afternoon.
Can I move chemicals on this route?
Non-hazardous chemicals, yes, and they are common on this lane. Hazardous classifications need a certified vehicle and a driver with the relevant endorsement. Confirm the classification when booking rather than at loading.
Does TruckGuru handle customs or port clearance?
No. Customs and port clearance is handled by your CHA. TruckGuru provides the vehicle and the movement only.
How far in advance should I book?
Two to three days. The corridor carries traffic both ways, so availability is reasonable, but port-linked movements benefit from more notice because the timing is fixed at the other end.
What documents do I need?
A GST invoice or delivery challan, and an e-way bill for any consignment above Rs.50,000. One state crossing on this route, which makes documentation simpler than most corridors of this length.
Which pickup areas in Mumbai are covered?
Bhiwandi, Thane MIDC, Navi Mumbai, Turbhe, Andheri and Vikhroli. Call +91-7202045678 for addresses outside these zones.
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