How do visitors get around Surat textile markets? Transport and logistics guide.

Practical transport guide for wholesale buyers visiting Surat's textile markets:

Getting to Surat:

• Train: Surat railway station is well-connected to Mumbai (2–3 hours), Ahmedabad (2 hours), and Delhi (12–15 hours via various trains)
• Road: ~300 km from Mumbai via NH48 — 4–5 hours by car or bus
• Air: Surat Airport has limited direct flights — Mumbai and Ahmedabad are common hubs

Getting around Surat markets:

• Auto-rickshaw: Most practical for short hops between market areas. Negotiate fare or insist on meter.
• Ola/Uber: Available and convenient for market-to-hotel trips with luggage
• Rented tempo/van: For large bulk purchases — a tempo (small truck) can be hired for ₹1,500–₹3,000/day to carry goods between markets and courier offices

Courier and dispatch: DTDC, Delhivery, and Shree Maruti offices are located near major market areas — many suppliers can arrange dispatch directly from their shop.