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Traveling from Mumbai to Ratnagiri or Sindhudurg by road usually takes 10–12 hours, but soon there’s a faster option. Starting 1 September, the Maharashtra government will run a Roll-On, Roll-Off (Ro-Ro) ferry connecting Mumbai with the Konkan coast.

Key Details:

  • The ferry will run from Bhaucha Dhakka (Ferry Wharf) in Mumbai to Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg.

  • Travel time: Mumbai to Ratnagiri – 3.5 hours, Mumbai to Sindhudurg – 5.5 hours.

  • The ferry speed is 25 knots, faster than the Mumbai–Alibaug ferry (11–15 knots).

  • It can carry 656 passengers, 50 cars, and 30 two-wheelers.

  • Ticket prices:

    • Economy: Rs2,500 per person

    • First Class: Rs9,000 per person

    • Vehicle fares: Rs600 for a bicycle, Rs6,000 for a car, Rs21,000 for a large bus

  • Jetties are ready at both ends to support the service.

  • Exact schedule is not yet announced. Updates will follow.

This new ferry service makes traveling along the Konkan coast faster and more convenient for passengers and vehicles alike.


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By Khushi Vaid

Khushi Vaid is a travel writer at Traveller Gossip, sharing budget-friendly international travel guides, visa information, and practical trip planning tips for Indian travelers. She focuses on real travel costs, affordable destinations, and honest research to help readers travel smarter and more confidently.

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