- Updated February 2, 2026
- Sanchi Pandey
How to Reach Mayabunder
2026 Edition
Plan Your Travel in Advance
Transport to Mayabunder is limited, with only a few ferries, buses, and private cabs operating from Port Blair and Diglipur. During peak tourist season, tickets and seats fill up quickly, so it’s best to book your journey at least a day or two in advance.
Plan Your Travel in Advance
Transport to Mayabunder is limited, with only a few ferries, buses, and private cabs operating from Port Blair and Diglipur. During peak tourist season, tickets and seats fill up quickly, so it’s best to book your journey at least a day or two in advance.
How to Reach Mayabunder?
Mayabunder is linked by daily buses from Port Blair heading on Andaman Trunk Road via Baratang and Rangat. The buses leave Port Blair early in the morning (at around 4 am) and are available till 11 am. It’s an exhausting nine to ten hours’ bumpy ride through parts of dense jungle and with ferries linking the islands. You may also spot the Jarawa tribe on the ATR. Make sure you do not click their photographs, give gifts/food, or communicate with them. Any such behavior is legally punishable.
Another and definitely more comfortable option is taking a ferry from Phoenix Bay Jetty in Port Blair to Diglipur (via Mayabunder). The journey takes about eight to nine hours, depending on the weather conditions. There are two weekly ferries, one on Monday and another one on Friday, but do check the timetables online or at the ticket counter as they do often change. Don’t forget the photocopies of your permit, visa, and passport before getting into the queue. Mayabunder is the only place apart from Port Blair that has the facility of harboring passenger ships from the mainland.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to reach Mayabunder?
You can reach Mayabunder via road from Port Blair (approx. 8–10 hours) or by government ferries and private boats, depending on availability.
Are there direct ferries from Port Blair to Mayabunder?
Yes, government-operated ferries run on select days. Advance booking is recommended.
Can I travel to Mayabunder by bus or cab?
Yes, there are government buses, private buses, shared jeeps, and private cabs available from Port Blair.
How far is Mayabunder from Port Blair?
Mayabunder is approximately 240 km from Port Blair, and the journey by road takes around 8–10 hours.
Is advance booking necessary for travel?
Yes, especially during the tourist season, it’s advisable to book your transport in advance.
Sanchi Pandey
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