Mumbai to Puri
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Overview
Puri is one of the four sacred Char Dham pilgrimage sites in Hinduism, home to the Jagannath Temple whose annual Rath Yatra festival sees three colossal chariots pulled through the streets by thousands of devotees. The city sits on the Bay of Bengal with a long sandy beach that is one of the oldest seaside resort destinations in India, attracting both pilgrims and holidaymakers. The Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site shaped like a giant chariot, lies just 35 km away. Situated 1750 km from Mumbai, the journey to Puri via NH 16 via Nagpur and Raipur takes roughly 26-28 hours and is one of the most popular outstation routes from the city. Miles Tours makes your Mumbai to Puri road trip easy — book online or call +91 88790 99744 for instant availability and best fares.
NH 16 via Nagpur and Raipur OdishaHistory & Significance
Puri's Jagannath Temple was built in the 12th century by King Anantavarman Chodaganga of the Eastern Ganga dynasty and has been the centre of the Jagannath cult that uniquely transcends the Hindu caste system. The city has been a major pilgrimage destination since Adi Shankaracharya established one of his four mathas here in the 8th century.
Distance & Travel Time
Cab Fare — Mumbai to Puri
| Car Type | Seats | One-Way (15% off) | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 | ₹44,650 Flat 15% OFF | ₹52,500 |
| Ertiga | 6 | ₹50,600 Flat 15% OFF | ₹59,500 |
| Innova | 7 | ₹50,600 Flat 15% OFF | ₹59,500 |
| Innova Crysta | 6 | ₹59,500 Flat 15% OFF | ₹70,000 |
| Innova Hycross | 7 | ₹83,300 Flat 15% OFF | ₹98,000 |
Estimated for 1750 km. Toll, parking & driver allowance extra. Call for exact quote.
Route Highlights
- Jagannath Temple — one of the four Char Dham sites, with the famous annual Rath Yatra chariot festival
- Puri Beach — a long golden-sand beach on the Bay of Bengal, one of India's oldest seaside destinations
- Konark Sun Temple — a UNESCO World Heritage 13th-century temple shaped as a massive chariot, 35 km away
- Rath Yatra — the world-famous chariot festival where three giant wooden chariots are pulled through Puri's Grand Road
- Chilika Lake — Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, 50 km from Puri, home to Irrawaddy dolphins and migratory birds
Places to Visit in Puri
Jagannath Temple
A 12th-century temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath, standing 65 metres tall and enclosed within a fortified wall; its kitchen is the largest in the world, feeding 100,000 devotees daily with the Mahaprasad offering.
Konark Sun Temple
A 13th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site 35 km from Puri, designed as a colossal chariot of the Sun God with 24 intricately carved wheels and seven stone horses; the erotic sculptures rival those of Khajuraho.
Puri Beach
A wide sandy beach stretching several kilometres along the Bay of Bengal, known for its sand art traditions, annual sand art festival, and the colourful fishing boats that line the shore at dawn.
Chilika Lake
Asia's largest brackish water lagoon spanning 1,100 sq km, about 50 km from Puri; it hosts Irrawaddy dolphins, over a million migratory birds in winter, and the Kalijai Island temple.
Raghurajpur Artist Village
A heritage crafts village 14 km from Puri where every house is decorated with traditional Pattachitra paintings; artisans demonstrate palm-leaf etching, stone carving, and tussar silk painting.
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