Mumbai to Mathura
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Overview
Mathura is the birthplace of Lord Krishna and one of the seven sacred cities (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism, drawing millions of devotees annually to the Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple built over the legendary prison cell where Krishna was born. The city's 25 ancient ghats along the Yamuna River come alive during the evening Yamuna Aarti, and the Mathura Museum houses one of India's finest collections of Kushan-period sculpture dating from the 1st to 3rd centuries CE. Holi celebrations in Mathura and surrounding Braj region are the most elaborate in India, spanning over a week. The road from Mumbai to Mathura stretches 1350 km via NH 48 via Vadodara → Jaipur → Bharatpur → NH 44 to Mathura, a comfortable 20-22-hour drive that many travellers find enjoyable. Whether visiting for the first time or returning, a Mumbai to Mathura taxi with Miles Tours ensures a safe, comfortable, and affordable road trip.
NH 48 via Vadodara → Jaipur → Bharatpur → NH 44 to Mathura DelhiHistory & Significance
Mathura has been continuously inhabited for over 2,500 years and was a major centre of the Kushan Empire under Emperor Kanishka in the 2nd century CE. The Mathura School of Art that flourished here was one of two centres (alongside Gandhara) that first created anthropomorphic images of the Buddha. The city was repeatedly invaded — from Mahmud of Ghazni in 1018 to Ahmad Shah Abdali in 1757.
Distance & Travel Time
Cab Fare — Mumbai to Mathura
| Car Type | Seats | One-Way (15% off) | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 | ₹34,450 Flat 15% OFF | ₹40,500 |
| Ertiga | 6 | ₹39,050 Flat 15% OFF | ₹45,900 |
| Innova | 7 | ₹39,050 Flat 15% OFF | ₹45,900 |
| Innova Crysta | 6 | ₹45,900 Flat 15% OFF | ₹54,000 |
| Innova Hycross | 7 | ₹64,300 Flat 15% OFF | ₹75,600 |
Estimated for 1350 km. Toll, parking & driver allowance extra. Call for exact quote.
Route Highlights
- Shri Krishna Janmasthan — the sacred prison cell site where Lord Krishna is believed to have been born
- Dwarkadhish Temple — an 1814 Vaishnavite temple with intricate Rajasthani-style paintings and carvings
- Yamuna Ghats — 25 ancient bathing ghats with a mesmerising evening aarti ceremony
- Mathura Museum — one of India's finest collections of Kushan-era Gandhara and Mathura school sculptures
- Govardhan Hill — the sacred hill 22 km away that Lord Krishna is believed to have lifted on his finger
Places to Visit in Mathura
Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple
Built over the legendary prison cell where Lord Krishna was born, this temple complex draws massive crowds during Janmashtami and features intricate marble work.
Dwarkadhish Temple
An ornate 1814 temple dedicated to Lord Krishna as king of Dwarka, known for its Rajasthani-style painted ceilings and the grand Swing Festival in March.
Mathura Museum
One of India's most important archaeological museums, housing a superb collection of Kushan-period sculptures including headless Kanishka statue and standing Buddhas.
Vishram Ghat
The most sacred ghat in Mathura where Lord Krishna is believed to have rested after slaying the tyrant Kansa, now the site of the daily evening Yamuna Aarti.
Govardhan Hill
A sacred 38-km-circumference hill that devotees circumambulate (parikrama) on foot, believed to be the hill Lord Krishna lifted to protect villagers from Indra's wrath.
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