Road Trips to Goa

A Mumbai to Goa road trip is probably one of the best road trips you can take. Moving out from the hustle of the financial capital and driving into a beach paradise is a much-needed transition. It takes about 12 hours to get here, which is a decent duration to cover a distance of 590 kilometres. Stop by in the outskirts to quench your thirst by sipping on some coconut water.

Route: Mumbai to Pune by the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Pune to Satara to Kolhapur to Belgaum (NH4), Belgaum to Goa.

Experience the dynamics of the long journey from Pune to Goa. The journey is promising with the beautiful road and scenery you traverse through along with some good and trusted company. Pune is closer to Goa than Bombay, so the duration to cover is also less. To cover the distance of 423 kilometres, you will take about 8 hours. Don't forget to stop by the local eateries to gorge on some delicious Maharashtrian delicacies. The most suitable time to make your road trip from Pune to Goa would be between October- November.

Route: Pune – Satara – Kolhapur – Amboli – Baga via NH48

If you think taking a road trip to Goa from Bangalore is impossible, well it isn't. The route bears one of the best scenery and sights, plus some great attractions to keep you entertained. Avoid going during monsoon because the courses experience a lot of traffic and other mishaps. You get a spectacle of the Surla Ghats via this route and the magnificent green fields where you can spot men and women irrigating. It is a 626 kilometres long route which you will hopefully cover in 12 hours. Don't forget to stop at Sai Palace and Upadhya veg to eat some delicious meals.

Route: Tumkur- Chitradurga- Davangere- Hubli- Belgaum -Chorla Ghat- Panjim.

Drive through the Western Ghats to Goa for some picturesque sights. Some fantastic marvels mark the course of this journey. The recommended time to take the road trip would be between November to February to experience the autumnal and winter winds. You will have to cover a distance of 652 kilometres. You will drive through NH 44 and 167, and you are approximated to take 14-15 hours. Long, but it will be fun when you get to view Gadwal fort, Unnar lake, Syntheri Rock, and Dudhsagar Falls. Stop at Nandi Upachar for a hearty South Indian breakfast or brunch at the highway.

Route: Hyderabad -Mahabubnagar- Raichur- Sindhanur- Dharwad- Anmod- Goa

Gokarna would be one of the closest routes to take a road trip to the beach paradise. You would take not more than 5 hours to cover this distance of 168 Kilometers. The journey is exciting, but the encounter with monkeys might be a little troublesome. Keep your spectacles away. Stop by Palolem beach on the way which is known for its white sands and crystal waters. The route will take you through the enchanting Aravali river. The best option to stop for your first meal would be the Mandala Cafe.

Route: Canacona- Kanwar- Ankola route

Mysore to Goa is again a long route, and it will take some patience to get here. Several ways are available, but the shortest, and the best route would be the route through Shimoga. You need to take the course which spans about 600 kilometres, and it will take you around 13- 14 hours. You will be taking NH 206 and NH 17. Stop by Mysore Cafe to treat yourself to some fantastic soups and idlis. You will get a lot of insta-worthy landscape views along the way.

Route: Mysore- Channarayapatna- Arsikere - Shimoga- Sagar- Honnavar- Panjim

An approximate distance between Nasik to Goa is 670 kilometres which would take about 12-13 hours by road. You can halt in Pune to take a tour if you have time. Don't forget to devour the Maharashtrian finger food while in Pune. It will be a memorable journey to undertake.

Route: Sangamner- Pune- Satara- Kolhapur- Belgaum- Goa.

Passing through the beautiful sights of Coorg and entering into a beachy destination like Goa is a thorough delight. Take this trip by road and experience the thrill and dynamics of a road trip. It will take you around 12 hours to get to Goa if you undertake the NH 66 route. The distance that you will have to cover is about 511.1 kilometres. You will be kick-starting your journey along the roads of Madikeri. You can stop at Atithi near Madikeri for some parathas and dosas.

Route: Madikeri- Mangalore- Udupi- Murudeshwar- Goa.

From the enchanting hills to the pristine beaches, the drive will be exciting and one to look forward to. It is competitively a shorter distance. It takes 8 hours to undertake the journey of 344 kilometres. Don't forget to pay a visit to Sai Sangeet Vegetarian Restaurant and Hotel Mini Punjab on some excellent food options.

Route: Satara-Karad- Kolhapur-Belgaum- Goa.

If you plan on turning your weekend plan in Alibag to an impromptu Goa vacation, then take the road trip. The experience is like no other. The fun, the sights and the scenery are all worth the long drive. It takes about 12 hours from Alibag to cover a distance of 579 kilometres to Goa via AH 47. You can stop by Murud-Janjira Fort, take a view of River Savitri along the way. Don't miss out on the Thibaw Palace for the irresistible fish thali.

Route: Kolad-Mahad-Khed- Chiplun-Kankavli- Kudal- Goa.

The longest journey would be from Wayanad to Goa. It would take about 14-15 hours along NH 66, but it will be a hell of a trip. You may have to halt several times as the long drive across the natural scenery, and the coast are landscapes worth stopping over for. Stop by NH 66 Garden Restaurant or Apsara Hotel for a great meal before you proceed to the Tourist paradise.

Route: Madikeri- Puttur- Mangalore- Udupi- Kumta- karwar- Margao- Goa.