✈ By Air — Chandigarh International Airport
Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) is the closest airport to Mohali, located just 8 km from the city center. It serves domestic flights from major Indian cities (Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad) and limited international routes.
Airport to Mohali:
- Taxi / Uber: ₹200–400 (15–20 min to Sector 70)
- Auto-rickshaw: ₹150–250
- Bus: CTU buses connect the airport to Chandigarh Sector 17; from there, take a local bus or cab to Mohali
🚆 By Train — Mohali Railway Station
SAS Nagar Mohali Railway Station (station code: SASN / MOHL) is well connected to major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, and Amritsar. Key trains:
| Train | Route | Duration (from Delhi) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalka Shatabdi Express | Delhi – Chandigarh – Kalka | ~3.5 hours |
| Jan Shatabdi Express | Delhi – Chandigarh | ~4 hours |
| Himalayan Queen | Delhi – Chandigarh | ~5 hours |
| Kalka Mail | Delhi – Chandigarh | ~6 hours |
Tip: Chandigarh Railway Station is also nearby (~12 km) and has more train connections. From either station, take a cab or auto to your Mohali destination.
🚌 By Road
Mohali is exceptionally well connected by road:
- From Delhi: ~250 km via NH-44 (5–6 hours drive). Take the Zirakpur bypass to reach Mohali directly.
- From Amritsar: ~230 km via NH-54 (4–5 hours)
- From Chandigarh: Just 10–15 km — take the Madhya Marg or Airport Road
- From Panchkula: ~15 km via the sector road network
Bus Services: Mohali has a central bus stand with frequent government and private buses connecting to Delhi, Amritsar, Jammu, and all major Punjab cities.
🚕 Getting Around Mohali
| Transport | Best For | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Uber / Ola | Convenient door-to-door travel | ₹100–300 per ride inside Mohali |
| Auto-rickshaw | Short distances, local travel | ₹50–200 per ride |
| CTU Buses | Budget travel to/from Chandigarh | ₹15–30 per trip |
| Cycle rickshaw | Very short distances, local markets | ₹20–50 |
| Self-drive car rental | Exploring Tricity at your pace | ₹1,000–2,500 per day |
💡 Getting to Chandigarh from Mohali
It's only 15–20 minutes by cab from central Mohali to Chandigarh's Rock Garden or Sukhna Lake. The frequent CTU bus service (route 12, 18, 34) connects major Mohali sectors to Chandigarh Sector 17 bus stand. Fare: ₹15–30.