Kalyan Maharashtra, India Travel Guide
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), Mumbai, is the main international and domestic airport serving the entire Mumbai Metropolitan Region, including Kalyan. It sits approximately 45-60 kilometers southwest of Kalyan.
Mumbai (BOM) enjoys direct flight connections from numerous major hubs across the Middle East, Europe, Southeast Asia, and some cities in North America.
CSMIA (BOM) offers lounges, duty-free, diverse dining, currency exchange, car rentals, and free Wi-Fi.
Book flights well ahead of time for the best rates, especially during high season (October-February).
Factor in Mumbai's notorious traffic when planning airport transfers; allocate generous buffer time.
Kalyan Junction is a major hub on the Central Line of the Mumbai Suburban Railway and for numerous long-distance trains.
Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) and private operators connect Kalyan to metropolitan areas across Maharashtra and neighboring states.
Kalyan's roads connect to various parts of Maharashtra, though congestion is common, notably at busy times.
Kalyan Junction serves as a major railway junction on the Central Line of the Mumbai Suburban Railway network. It also forms a significant stop for numerous long-distance trains, linking Kalyan to major cities across India.
Kalyan is an useful interchange and terminating point for facilities on the Mumbai Suburban Railway's Central Line. This extensive network forms the lifeline for commuters, connecting Kalyan to Mumbai and the vicinity.
Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) operates a comprehensive network of intercity and interstate bus services from Kalyan, connecting to various towns and cities within Maharashtra and to neighboring states.
Driving in India calls for confidence for those unfamiliar with its dynamic and often chaotic nature. Roads in and around Kalyan are generally paved but experience congestion.
Kalyan Junction, a major hub on the Central Line, is the lifeline for commuters, connecting Kalyan to Mumbai and nearby regions. KDMT operates local bus services within Kalyan-Dombivli and applies to nearby areas.
Local train tickets are inexpensive (5-30 INR); purchase at counters or through the 'UTS on Mobile' app. Bus tickets require cash payment directly to the conductor.
Kalyan Junction is the central hub for local trains and many bus routes.
Inexpensive train tickets via counters or 'UTS on Mobile' app; cash payment for bus tickets.
Use 'UTS on Mobile' app, Google Maps, and ask locals for directions.
Auto-rickshaws are widely available, with metered fares standard. The minimum fare is around 20-30 INR, with subsequent charges around 15-20 INR per kilometer. Be prepared to bargain if a driver refuses to use the meter.
Ola and Uber are widely available in Kalyan. They use dynamic pricing, which is generally competitive. The app displays a fixed price before you confirm your ride.
Self-drive services like Zoomcar/Revv (often deliver to Kalyan). Chauffeur-driven cars are common and often recommended. IDP and national license are needed for self-drive.
Limited official services in Kalyan. Local shops may offer rentals; verify insurance and reliability.
Drive on the left. Roads are congested. Honking is prevalent. Seatbelts mandatory. Helmets for two-wheelers.
