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City Guide  - Mumbai  - Road
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Mumbai is an important junction on the National Highway network of India, which links it to all the major towns and cities in the country. Traffic drives on the left. Drivers must be over 18 years and foreigners require an International Driving Permit. Driving in India can be extremely hazardous and is not recommended. The surfaces are often in poor condition; adherence to any rules there may be is patchy and accidents are numerous. Those intending to take their own car to India must obtain a carnet from one of the international motoring associations (eg RAC/AA) before entering the country. This document represents an undertaking that the car will not remain in India for more than six months. Most European motor insurance policies do not extend to India; motorists are advised to seek cover from an Indian insurer. The Federation of Indian Automobile Associations (tel: (022) 204 1085) can provide information.

Emergency breakdown service:
There are no providers.

Routes to the city:
National Highways 3, 4, 6, 8, 9 and 17 provide connecting routes between Mumbai and the rest of India. In particular, route 3 goes to Indore and Gwalior, 4 to Pune, and 8 to Ahmedabad and Delhi. Visitors should bear in mind that the distances in India are colossal. Pune is the nearest city, 170km (111 miles) away; but Delhi is 1460km (913 miles) and Calcutta 2836 km (1773 miles) away. Flying is usually preferable to driving.
Driving times to Mumbai: from Pune - 3 hours.

Coach services:
The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation operates bus services from Mumbai to other towns and cities within the same and adjoining states. Destinations include Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Goa, Indore, Pune and Surat.
The main terminal is located opposite Central Station on Belalsis Road (tel: (022) 307 4272).



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