For a BOM to Mumbai journey to Cuffe Parade, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) offers taxis, app-based cabs, car rentals and public transport. The simplest choice depends on your terminal and whether you prefer a direct pickup or a connection through the city’s rail or bus network.
- Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, code BOM.
- Direct options: Taxis, app-based cabs and car rentals.
- Public transport: Suburban rail connections, BEST buses and nearby metro stations.
- Between terminals: A complimentary shuttle links Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
The airport and Cuffe Parade route
CSMIA is Mumbai’s airport, and your first step is to identify whether you’re arriving at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. The airport provides taxi, app-cab and shuttle services outside the terminal, while pre-arranged transport is accessible in the multi-level car park.
Terminal-specific pickup arrangements matter most if you’ve booked an app-based cab or arranged a car in advance. Follow the airport’s directions for your terminal rather than assuming all services use the same pickup point.
For a broader look at getting around Mumbai from Cuffe Parade, consider how your airport transfer connects with the rest of your local travel.
Taxi and app-based car options
Taxis, app-based cabs and car rentals are available at CSMIA, with taxi and car-rental booking zones at the arrival level and pickup points at both terminals. If you want a direct ride, these services avoid the need to change between airport transport and city transit.
At Terminal 2, Alyte, other app-based cab services and Uber Black/XL use pickup locations in the multi-level car park. Some app-cab pickup points are on Level 1 Ground Transportation, P4; Uber Black/XL pickup is on Level 2 Arrival West, P6. Check your booking details against the airport’s terminal directions before heading to the pickup area.
Pre-arranged transport is accessible in the multi-level car park. Taxis, app-based cabs and shuttle services are also available outside the terminal, so check which pickup arrangement applies to the service you choose.
Public transport considerations
Public transport from CSMIA involves connecting from the airport to nearby rail or metro stations, or taking a BEST bus to a railway station. The nearest suburban railway stations are Vile Parle (East) for the domestic terminal and Andheri (East) for the international terminal.
The airport lists CSMIA Airport T1, CSMIA Airport T2, Marol Naka and Sahar Road among the metro stations nearest the airport. For bus connections, BEST route 312 runs from Terminal 1 to Vile Parle (East) and Andheri (East) railway stations. From Terminal 2, route 321 serves Vile Parle (East), while route 308 serves Andheri (East) railway station.
CSMIA advises checking BEST’s official website for bus route and fare details. The airport also describes luxury air-conditioned buses connecting Thane, Andheri, BKC, Navi Mumbai and Colaba; check the operator’s information for service details before relying on one for your journey.
Auto rickshaws are available at both terminals and are metered, but they operate in Mumbai’s suburbs, from Borivali to Bandra in the west and up to Sion in the central region.
If your trip includes time in the city after arrival, this outline of a day in Mumbai from Cuffe Parade can help you think through how to group your plans.
Arriving at Hotel Supreme
From Cuffe Parade, you can plan your onward travel around the stations and local connections that suit your itinerary. A complimentary airport shuttle runs between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2; its pickup points are at the Terminal 1 arrival exit toward Departure Gate 2 and at Terminal 2 Level 1, Ground Transportation Level (P4).
For a direct airport-to-hotel journey, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is about 51 minutes by car from a three-star hotel in Cuffe Parade. Travel times can vary, so allow for flexibility when arranging a pickup.
Before you go, check the official site before you go: CSMIA’s transport page has terminal pickup guidance, and BEST’s official website provides bus route and fare details.
FAQs
Which airport serves Mumbai?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, abbreviated CSMIA, serves Mumbai and uses the airport code BOM.
Where do app-based cabs pick up at Terminal 2?
Terminal 2 app-based cab pickups are in the multi-level car park. Some locations are on Level 1 Ground Transportation, P4, while Uber Black/XL pickup is on Level 2 Arrival West, P6.
Which railway stations are nearest to the airport?
Vile Parle (East) is nearest to the domestic terminal, and Andheri (East) is nearest to the international terminal.
How do you travel between the airport terminals?
A complimentary shuttle runs between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, with pickup points at each terminal.