How to Reach From Khopoli to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA)
Updated: 16 January 2026 (IST)
Reaching Navi Mumbai International Airport from Khopoli is easy by bus and car. MSRTC buses and private bus services run from Khopoli towards Panvel and Navi Mumbai, from where airport approach roads are well connected. Traveling by car or taxi is the most convenient option and usually takes 1.5-2.5 hours, depending on traffic, via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and Sion-Panvel Highway. App-based cabs and private taxis are commonly used for airport travel.
By Car
| Start Location | Destination | Total Distance | Estimated Travel Time | Main Route | Major Roads / Highway | Toll Road | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khopoli, Raigad District, Maharashtra | Navi Mumbai International Airport (Ulwe) | 54 km | 1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 45 min | Khopoli–Pen Road → NH 48 (Mumbai–Pune Expressway) → Panvel → NH 348 → Uran Road → Ulwe → NMIA Entry Road | NH 48 (Mumbai–Pune Expressway), NH 348, Uran Road | Yes (Mumbai–Pune Expressway) | Private Car, Taxi, Weekend Travel, Airport Drop |
By Bus
Transit Guide: Khopoli to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA)
| Method | Bus Numbers & Transfers | Route Details | Total Duration & Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| NMMT Bus | 49 → A-3 | Walk from Khopoli area to Karjat ST Stand → board NMMT Bus 49 towards Belapur Railway Station → get down at Belapur Bus Depot → transfer to A-3 Airport Shuttle → NMIAL CTC Bus Station (Terminal 1) → short walk to terminal. | 3 hr 35–45 min ₹49 |
| NMMT Bus | 48 → A-3 | Walk to Khopoli Nagar Parishad → board Bus 48 towards Belapur → alight at Belapur Bus Depot → take A-3 Airport Shuttle → NMIAL Terminal 1. | 3 hr 30–40 min ₹49 |
| NMMT Bus | 58 → A-3 | Walk to Khopoli Nagar Parishad → board Bus 58 towards Belapur Railway Station → get down at Belapur Bus Depot → change to A-3 Airport Shuttle → NMIAL CTC Bus Station → walk to airport terminal. | 3 hr 45–50 min ₹49 |
| Train + NMMT Bus | Local Train → A-4 | Take local train from Khopoli to Karjat → Karjat to Thane → Thane to Nerul → walk to Nerul Railway Station (East) → board A-4 Airport Shuttle → NMIAL Terminal 1 → short walk to terminal entrance. | 3 hr 50–60 min ₹45–55 |
By Train and Metro
There is no direct train or metro connectivity from Khopoli to Navi Mumbai International Airport. You can take a local train from Khopoli to Panvel and then complete the journey to the airport by taxi, auto, or bus. Metro services do not currently extend to Khopoli or provide direct airport access.
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