When Coldplay announced their Mumbai concert as part of their Music of the Spheres World Tour, excitement danced through fans across the city and beyond!
Scheduled for January 18, 19, and 21, 2025, at D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, the British Band’s concert is expected to draw thousands of attendees. If you’re among them, here’s your ultimate guide to reaching the venue with no hassle.
By train
One of the most convenient ways to reach D.Y. Patil Stadium is by suburban local train. Whether you’re coming from South Mumbai, the Western Suburbs, or Thane, you can take a train to Nerul or Juinagar, the nearest stations to the venue.
Special Coldplay trains: To make travel easier for fans, Indian Railways, in collaboration with BookMyShow Live, has arranged special Full Tariff Rate (FTR) local trains between Goregaon and Nerul on all three concert days.
Check train details as per report:
January 18 & 19:
Departure from Goregaon: 2:00 PM
Arrival at Nerul: 3:23 PM
Return: Departure from Nerul at 11:04 PM, reaching Goregaon by 12:30 AM.
January 21:
Departure from Goregaon: 2:50 PM
Arrival at Nerul: 6:18 PM
Return: Departure from Nerul at 10:50 PM, reaching Goregaon by 12:15 AM.
Kindly note that these are approximately estimated train timings.
The trains will make stops at major stations, including Bandra, Andheri, Wadala Road, Chembur, and Juinagar. Round-trip tickets for these special trains are priced at ₹500 and can be booked on the BookMyShow app.
For regular train travellers: You can take a train from your nearest station and get down at Juinagar or Nerul Railway Station.
Juinagar Railway Station: Closest to gates 2, 3, 4, and 5 of the stadium.
Nerul Railway Station: Closest to gates 6, 7, 8, and 9.
By bus
For bus travellers, BookMyShow Live has partnered with Cityflo to provide private buses from several locations across Mumbai, including Goregaon, South Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Thane. Priced at ₹199, these buses offer a direct and comfortable ride to the venue.
Additionally, you can also take the BEST bus from your nearest bus stop and get down at DY Patil Stadium Bus Stop or SIES College Bus Stop. Both stops are just a five-minute walk from the stadium gates, making buses a hassle-free option.
Furthermore, Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport (NMMT) will operate extra buses between Nerul and Juinagar stations and D.Y. Patil Stadium. These buses will increase regular services, ensuring fans can get to the concert venue with ease.
Closest bus stops to the Coldplay concert venue: DY Patil Stadium Bus Stop and SIES College Bus Stop.
By road
If you prefer travelling by car or taxi, there are multiple ways to reach D.Y. Patil Stadium:
Book a cab, auto-rickshaw, or taxi directly to the venue.
Follow directions to the stadium on maps, keeping in mind that there is no parking at the venue itself.
Additionally, people flying in the city can also take a cab from the airport to the venue.
Temporary parking options: For those driving, parking has been arranged at the following locations near the venue:
Raheja Plot near Panchshil Compound
Plot near Bhimashankar Colony in Nerul
Parking plaza at CBD Belapur
City Engineer Shirish Aradwad shared, “We have ensured parking for around 500 four-wheelers across these locations, keeping in mind the large crowd expected each day.”
Important tips for Coldplay Mumbai concert day
Plan your travel: Mumbai traffic can get unpredictable, so leave early to ensure you reach on time.
Use public transport: With limited parking and expected traffic, taking a train or bus is your best option.
Know your entry gate:
Juinagar station serves gates 2–5.
Nerul station serves gates 6–9.
Book ahead: Secure your tickets for special trains or buses through the BookMyShow app to avoid last-minute hassles.
