Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway is an under-construction 379-kilometre expressway that will connect the two major commercial cities. It is part of the eight-lane, access-controlled Delhi-Mumbai Expressway that will connect Delhi and Mumbai.
The project started on March 8, 2019, and the total cost, including land acquisition, is estimated to be around Rs 1 L Cr. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) plans to develop a 31-km spur from Noida International Airport in Jewar to Sector-65 in Faridabad along the expressway.
The proposed Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway is expected to transform into a transportation corridor in western India under the Bharatmala Pariyojana project. It is being developed at a cost of Rs 44,000 Cr. The fully-access controlled expressway has been proposed to ease connectivity between Mumbai and Vadodara. The Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway will shorten the distance between the two cities to 379 km and reduce travel time from 5 hours to 3.5 hours. At present, the distance between JNPT Port Mumbai and Vadodara is around 550 km, which takes around 10-12 hours to cover.
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway: Quick facts
| Name of the expressway | Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway |
| Length | 379 km |
| Lane | Six lane/expandable to eight |
| Owner | National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) |
| Construction model | Hybrid Annuity Model |
| Packages | Two |
| Number of toll plazas | Two main toll plazas and other 34 on ramps and loops |
| States covered | Gujarat and Maharashtra |
| Cities covered | Vadodara
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Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway route: Key details
- The expressway is designed to have a speed limit of 120 kmph.
- Service roads of around 48 km will be built at several locations.
- Boundary walls or fencing on both sides have been installed to prevent wildlife, domestic animals, and cattle from entering the expressway.
- The expressway will comprise 34 toll plazas, with two main toll plazas and the others on ramps or loops.
- Both carriageways will include earthen shoulders of 3 metre on the outer edge of paved shoulders.
- A closed-type tolling system will be in place for toll collection.
- The proposed Right of Way (ROW) for the highway alignment is 100m/120m.
- Construction will be done under the Hybrid Annuity Model.
- The median throughout the expressway will be 12m wide for the eight-lane section.
- For the small portion of the six-lane area, the median will be depressed type 19.5m, considering future expansion.
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway proposed structures
- Flyovers – 24
- Interchanges – 14
- Vehicular Underpass – 76
- Major bridges – 29
- Minor bridges – 88
- Railway over bridge – 8
- Pedestrian underpass – 129
- Cattle underpass – 232
- Culverts (for cross drainage) – 447
- Culverts (for irrigation/utility) – 391
- Wayside amenities – 26
- Truck parking – 8
- Emergency crossover – Every 5 km
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Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway cost
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway will be developed based on the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM), a combination of two models: Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) and Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT). The government will provide 40% of the cost of instalments based on the completion of specific milestones, and the contractors will arrange for the remaining 60% of the price.
Phases of Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway route
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway comes under the south-end section of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway project, comprising two segments. These two segments will comprise a total of 18 packages specified below:
| Section | Length | Number of packages | State-wise packages |
| Vadodara-Virar | 354 | 13 | 10 in Gujarat
3 in Maharashtra |
| Virar-JNPT | 92 | 5 | 5 in Maharashtra |
Section 1 – Vadodara-Virar (354 km)
| Package (length) | Contractor details |
| Package 1 (24 km) | VK1 Expressway |
| Package 2 (32 km) | IRCON Vadodara-Kim Expressway |
| Package 3 (31 km) | Patel Vadodara-Kim Expressway |
| Package 4 (13 km) | Ashoka Ankleshwar Manubar Expressway |
| Package 5 (25 km) | Sadbhav-Kim Expressway |
| Package 6 (37 km) | GR Infrasprojects |
| Package 7 (28 km) | IRB Infrastructure Developers |
| Package 8 (35 km) | Roadway Solutions India Infra |
| Package 9 (27 km) | Roadway Solutions India Infra Limited |
| Package 10 (25 km) | Roadway Solutions India Infra |
| Package 11 (26 km) | RKC Infrabuilt |
| Package 12 (26 km) | Montecarlo |
| Package 13 (27 km) | GR Infras projects |
Section 2 – Virar-JNPT (92 km)
| Package (length) | Contractor details |
| Package 14 (17 km) | IRCON International |
| Package 15 (23 km) | Agroh Infrastructure Developers |
| Package 16 (27 km) | Shivalaya Construction Co. |
| Package 17 (10 km) | IRCON International |
| Package 18 (15 km) | DPR in progress
Tender Notice Pending |
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway: Real estate impact
The proposed Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway is a key infrastructure project in India. While connecting the two cities – Vadodara and Mumbai, the expressway will enable easier transportation of goods and people.
- With enhanced regional connectivity, the expressway will attract businesses and investors.
- It will steer infrastructure developments in the neighbouring regions, such as the development of new roads, water supply, electricity, etc.
- The expressway is expected to bolster economic activities in the region, resulting in job creation. This will attract more home seekers to the region.
- It will lead to an increase in property prices across the corridor.
- The enhanced connectivity and infrastructure will draw real estate developers to the region. New residential and commercial projects are likely to be developed along the expressway, thus steering real estate demand.
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway: Contact details
Address: The CGM & RO, Mumbai, Maharashtra National Highways Authority of India, Maharashtra, fourth floor, MTNL Telephone Exchange Building, Opp. CBD Belapur Railway Station, CBD-Belapur, Navi Mumbai-400614
Contact numbers: 8130006058, 022-27564100/300
Email id: romumbai@nhai.org
Housing.com News Viewpoint
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway is a key infrastructure project that is expected to enhance connectivity and ease traffic congestion. It will also boost real estate developments along the corridor. Moreover, various industrial and commercial centres are expected to come up along the route, enhance the region’s economic growth.
FAQs
How long is the Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway route?
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway route is around 379 km long and will run parallel to the existing NH-8.
What are the benefits of the Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway?
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway project is expected to reduce travel time between Mumbai and Vadodara, which is around 10-12 hours at present. Moreover, the distance will be reduced to just 379 km. This will also help save fuel, transportation, and logistics costs, and boost socio-economic growth.
When will the Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway be completed?
Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway is expected to be completed in phases in 2024.
What is the toll charge on the Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway?
The toll charges at the Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway will vary based on the vehicle, ranging from Rs 500 to Rs 1,685.
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