Ahmedabad to Surat Taxi Service
Surat is Gujarat’s diamond and textile hub, and the Ahmedabad to Surat taxi route is busy with traders, buyers, brokers and engineers heading to Varachha, the Ring Road textile markets, Sachin and Hazira. It is also a family route, whether for visiting relatives, a weekend of Surati food or an evening at Dumas beach.
At about 265–275 km, the drive takes roughly 4.5–5.5 hours. Happy Car Rental offers round trips and one-way drops with a Dzire, Ertiga or Innova Crysta, plus larger vehicles for groups. Book on +91 76000 09227.
Ahmedabad to Surat at a Glance
| Distance | about 265–275 km one way |
|---|---|
| Travel time | about 4.5–5.5 hours by car, depending on traffic and stops |
| Route | NE1 to Vadodara, then NH48 via Bharuch, Ankleshwar and Kamrej |
| Suggested trip | 2-day round trip (minimum) |
| One way | Ahmedabad to Surat one-way taxi — pay for one way only |
Estimated Round-Trip Fare
Estimate for a round trip of about 540 km over 2 days (billed at the 300 km per day minimum, 600 km). Your final fare depends on the actual kilometres from our garage to our garage and the number of days.
| Vehicle | Rate | Billed Km | Driver Charges | Estimated Fare* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Swift Dzire / Toyota Etios) 4 passengers | ₹11 / km | 600 km | ₹800 | ≈ ₹7,400 |
| Maruti Ertiga 6 passengers | ₹14 / km | 600 km | ₹800 | ≈ ₹9,200 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta 6 passengers | ₹18 / km | 600 km | ₹800 | ≈ ₹11,600 |
| 9 Seater Winger 9 passengers | ₹21 / km | 600 km | ₹1,000 | ≈ ₹13,600 |
| 11 Seater Tempo Traveller 11 passengers | ₹25 / km | 600 km | ₹1,000 | ≈ ₹16,000 |
| 11 Seater Toofan (Non-AC) 11 passengers | ₹18 / km | 600 km | ₹1,000 | ≈ ₹11,800 |
| 11 Seater Toofan (AC) 11 passengers | ₹20 / km | 600 km | ₹1,000 | ≈ ₹13,000 |
Terms
- Min KM: 300 KM minimum charges per day
- Driver allowance: ₹400 per day (Sedan, Ertiga, Innova Crysta) · ₹500 per day (Winger, Tempo Traveller, Toofan)
- Extra charges: Toll tax, parking & border tax will be extra
- KM calculation: KM count from our garage to our garage
*Estimated fare excludes toll tax, parking and border tax. Each extra day adds a 300 km minimum and one day of driver charges.
* Note: Rates may increase during festival seasons, peak holidays, or special occasions.
The route: NE1, then NH48
The drive comes in two parts. The first part is the expressway (NE1) to Vadodara, which is quick and steady. After that comes NH48 via Karjan, Bharuch, Ankleshwar, Kosamba and Kamrej before you enter Surat. The NH48 half is slower, with heavy truck traffic, the Narmada crossing and the busy entry into the city.
Most drivers take a tea or breakfast break around Vadodara or Bharuch, roughly halfway. If you want to reach the markets by late morning, leave Ahmedabad between 5:30 and 6 am. Surat’s city roads get congested in the evening, so time your arrival or departure to avoid the rush where you can. Trading days and market timings vary, so check them with your contacts before you fix the date.
For more detail on the road, tolls and timings, see our guide Ahmedabad to Surat by road.
Business in Surat: where cars usually go
| Area | What happens there |
|---|---|
| Varachha and Mahidharpura | Diamond cutting and polishing units, diamond trading offices |
| Surat Diamond Bourse, Khajod | Diamond trading complex in the south of the city |
| Ring Road textile markets | Wholesale sarees, dress material and fabric |
| Sachin and Pandesara GIDC | Textile processing, dyeing and engineering units |
| Hazira | Port, steel, energy and heavy industry on the coast |
Buyers often visit several units or market buildings in one day. Parking around the textile markets and diamond lanes is tight, so the driver can drop you at each building, move off and come back when you call. Send the list of addresses in advance; Surat’s areas are spread out, and Hazira in particular is a separate run of its own.
Family time and food
- Dumas beach: a black-sand beach south-west of the city, popular in the evening for snacks and the sea breeze. The sea here is not suitable for swimming.
- Surat Castle: an old fort near the Tapi river in the old city, worth a short visit.
- Food: locho for breakfast, ghari sweets, and Surati undhiyu in winter. Ask the driver to stop at a farsan shop before you head back.
- Further south: Navsari and Valsad are a short drive beyond Surat. For a drop there, see the Ahmedabad to Navsari one-way taxi.
Same day, overnight or one-way?
A Surat return is roughly 540–550 km, which means ten or more hours of driving in one day. It is possible for a single meeting, but most business travellers stay one night and drive back the next day. Round trips over the daily minimum are billed on actual kilometres, with driver allowance for each day and tolls and parking extra.
Many travellers go one way by car and come back by train. In that case the Ahmedabad to Surat one-way taxi means you only pay for one direction. Families heading for the hills can carry on from Surat to Saputara; see the Ahmedabad to Saputara taxi page.
Weddings and family functions in Surat
Many Ahmedabad families have relatives in Surat, and the wedding season, roughly October to February, brings a lot of group travel on this route. If several cars are needed, book them together and share one list of pickup addresses, so they can leave at about the same time and meet at a common tea stop on the way.
Pack the wedding clothes and gifts in bags that are easy to unload, and tell us about any large items such as trunks or sweet boxes in advance so we send a vehicle with enough boot space. Fares can rise in festival and wedding peaks, so confirm the rate when you book.
Pickup and drop
In Ahmedabad, traders are often picked up from Naroda, Odhav and the old city markets, and professionals from SG Highway, Prahlad Nagar and Satellite. Visitors flying in can be met at SVPI airport. In Surat, common drops are Surat railway station, Surat airport on Dumas Road, hotels around Athwa and Ghod Dod Road, the textile markets and residential areas such as Adajan and Vesu.
Choosing a vehicle
- Dzire: one or two traders with light luggage on a market visit.
- Ertiga: families of up to six, or buyers carrying sample bags and parcels back.
- Innova Crysta: a long day on the road with a lot of in-city running. The extra comfort shows over 500 km.
- Winger, Tempo Traveller or Toofan: wedding parties, group visits to relatives, or trade delegations.
Per-km rates for each vehicle are on the Taxi Tariff page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Ahmedabad to Surat take by taxi?
Roughly 4.5–5.5 hours for about 265–275 km. The expressway part is quick; most of the variation comes from NH48 traffic and the Surat city entry.
Should I book one-way or a round trip to Surat?
One-way suits you if you are staying on or returning by train. A round trip makes sense when you need the car in Surat for meetings or want to come back the next day with the same driver.
What time should I leave Ahmedabad?
Leaving by about 6 am gets you into Surat by late morning, before the markets are at their busiest. For the return, an early afternoon start avoids the worst of the evening traffic.
Can I stop in Vadodara or Bharuch for a meeting on the way?
Yes, on a round trip you can add stops along the route. Mention them when booking so we can plan the timing and include the extra kilometres.
Book Your Surat Taxi
Share your pickup point, travel date and number of passengers, and we will confirm the car and fare — we are available 24 hours a day. Office: 209, Ashwamegh Elegance, Bhudarpura Road, Opp. S.B.I., Ambawadi, Ahmedabad 380006.