Mumbai (Bombay) Airport — Metro Line 3 (Aqua)
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM) to Mumbai — Updated 2026
Mumbai's Metro Line 3 (the "Aqua Line") reached Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Terminal 2 in October 2024 — a genuine game-changer for a city where the 20 km airport-to-city drive can take 90 to 150+ minutes in rush-hour traffic. The Aqua Line runs from CSMIA T2 station (directly connected to the terminal) to BKC (Bandra-Kurla Complex — the business district) in about 15 minutes, and continues to Worli, Mahalaxmi (racecourse), Grant Road, and eventually South Mumbai (Cuffe Parade). Fare INR 30-70 (~$0.40-0.85) via QR-code ticket or Mumbai Metro card. Trains run every 6-10 minutes from 06:00 to 22:00. Terminal 1 (domestic + budget carriers) doesn't have Metro yet — take shuttle bus to T2 (10-15 min) or Uber/Ola. The Aqua Line is the fastest way from BOM to South Mumbai in rush hour — often literally 3x faster than a taxi crawling through traffic. For anywhere BKC or south, Metro is the strong recommendation.
Metro Line 3 (Aqua) stops
| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CSMIA T2 Airport Station | 0 min | Directly connected to Terminal 2 arrivals |
| Sahar Road | ~4 min | Airport area |
| CIDCO | ~8 min | Sahar Village area |
| MIDC | ~12 min | Andheri East industrial |
| BKC (Bandra-Kurla) | ~15 min | Business district, corporate hotels |
| Worli | ~30 min | South-central Mumbai, sea link |
| Grant Road (South Mumbai) | ~40 min | Near Marine Drive, Fort area |
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Metro Line 3 (Aqua) vs alternatives
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Line 3 (Aqua) | INR 30-70 (~$0.40-0.85) | 15-40 min | Fastest in rush hour. Bypasses road traffic. |
| Uber / Ola | INR 400-1500 (~$5-18) | 30-150 min (traffic) | Direct but slow at peak; surge pricing. |
| Prepaid black-yellow taxi | INR 500-1500 | 30-150 min | Fixed price, no surge. |
| Airport bus (BEST 505/507) | INR 40-70 | 60-120 min | Cheapest bus. Slow. |
| Private transfer | INR 1800-3500 | 30-150 min | Late arrivals + families. |
FAQ
Which airport terminal has Metro at BOM?+
Only Terminal 2 (international + full-service domestic). Terminal 1 (mostly IndiGo + budget carriers) doesn't have direct Metro — take shuttle bus (10-15 min, free) or Uber/Ola to T2 first, then Metro. Or Uber/Ola direct to your destination if traffic is off-peak.
Metro Aqua Line hours?+
06:00 to 22:00 daily. Every 6-10 minutes. Outside these hours: Uber, Ola, or prepaid airport taxi (24/7). BOM airport is open 24/7. Overnight arrivals typically use Uber/Ola but expect INR 400-1200 depending on destination + surge.
BOM Metro vs Uber for South Mumbai?+
RUSH HOUR (07:00-11:00, 17:00-21:00 weekdays): Metro is dramatically faster + cheaper. Uber Nariman Point can take 2+ hours + cost INR 800-1500; Metro to Grant Road + taxi is 45-60 min total for INR 100-200. OFF-PEAK: Uber direct is only slightly slower + more comfortable with luggage.
Can I buy Metro ticket at BOM airport?+
Yes — QR-code single-journey ticket from vending machines in the Metro station (English available). INR 30-70 depending on destination. Or download the Mumbai Metro app for smartphone tickets. Card option: MMRC Smart Card (INR 100 deposit + fare balance) for repeat use. Credit card contactless payment coming 2026.
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