Car rental in Mumbai

In Mumbai, there is the Bandra-Worli Sea Link bridge, which connects the two sides of the city. Thanks to its unique construction, it can significantly reduce the time needed to travel from one part of the city to another. To use the bridge you have to pay a toll, but doing so will help you save valuable time.

In general, driving across the bridge takes about 7–8 minutes. If you go the other way, covering the same distance can take up to 40–45 minutes. In addition, while driving over the bridge you can enjoy beautiful views through the windscreen. The structure looks especially striking at night, framed by thousands of bright lights.

Road signs in Mumbai are relatively rare, but the law still requires both locals and visiting tourists to strictly observe traffic regulations when driving. Mandatory, warning or information signs may be installed. Roads in Mumbai are also often under repair, which is indicated by temporary barriers and signs.

Footpaths, crossings and specially equipped pavements are often absent. Road signs, markings and traffic lights do exist, but they are relatively rare and many people pay little attention to them. A red traffic light does not always get a strong reaction from either pedestrians or drivers. Cars often continue to move, while people still try to dash in front of slow‑moving vehicles.

On the roads in Mumbai with roundabouts, you should drive with extra care. No one is inclined to give way, and drivers warn of danger with the high‑pitched sound of their horns. Long, hours‑long traffic jams are a standard situation for Mumbai and for India as a whole. This is due to the low average speed of traffic, as a large number of vehicles move along the roads at the same time. And if a cow lies down to rest on the road, a standstill for a couple of hours is almost guaranteed.

India is still a country with one of the lower standards of living. As for parking in Mumbai and other Indian cities, the rates for parking are relatively low. Markings indicate where you can temporarily park your car. There may also be special barriers marking a designated parking area.

Such car parks are relatively rare and can mainly be found only in large cities. For small settlements this is not usually the case. The approximate cost of parking in Mumbai is $ 1.8. All car parks cost almost the same. Tourists staying in accommodation often use parking facilities available nearby.

The most common mode of transport in Mumbai is the compact car. Such vehicles are convenient and compact, making them perfect for a city with a high population density. The standard of living in India is quite low, so drivers often prefer to fill their cars with diesel. Petrol is also sold at filling stations, but the average price per litre of A-95 is $ 1.12. For comparison, a litre of diesel will cost the driver about four times less.