Typical Surat to Malegaon carpool fares
| Vehicle / Seats filled | Typical Fare/Seat |
|---|---|
| Hatchback, 4 seats booked | ₹700–₹900 |
| Sedan, 3 seats booked | ₹900–₹1,150 |
| SUV, 2–3 seats booked | ₹1,150–₹1,450 |
The route: NH52 and NH60 via Dhule
Drivers typically head out via NH52 towards Dhule before joining NH60 into Malegaon — the same route used by long-distance buses connecting the two textile centres. Expect one stop for food along the way; most trips run in daylight given the moderate 5-hour drive time.
Surat to Malegaon: carpool vs bus vs train
| Option | Typical Cost | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rodshare carpool | ₹700–₹1,450 | ~5 hrs | Door-to-door, flexible timing |
| State/private bus | ₹250–₹500 | 6–7 hrs | Cheapest, but slower with multiple stops |
| Train (via Bhusaval, indirect) | ₹150–₹400 | 6–8 hrs | No direct fast train; usually needs a change |
Why this route matters for textile trade and work travel
Surat's power-loom and textile mills and Malegaon's own weaving industry draw a steady stream of traders and workers between the two cities — this is one of the reasons the route shows up consistently in Rodshare's search data even though it's less known than the big-metro corridors. Carpooling fills a real gap here, since fast direct train and flight options are limited.