how many days chandrayaan 3 take to reach moon

Chandrayaan-3 took about 40 to 42 days to reach the Moon after its launch. It was launched on July 14, 2023, and it reached lunar orbit by August 5, followed by a soft landing on August 23, 2023. This longer travel time compared to Apollo missions (which took around 3-4 days) is due to Chandrayaan-3 using a fuel-efficient trajectory involving multiple Earth orbits and gradual engine burns rather than a direct high-speed path to the Moon. This method saves fuel and fits within the capabilities of India's launch vehicle.