Often referred to as the ‘Scotland of the East,’ Shillong is the capital city of Meghalaya. The hill station is well connected to all major Indian cities, so it’s very convenient to travel here by plane, train, or road. Tourists, peace lovers, and nature lovers often search for ways to get to Shillong. For their convenience, we have provided a detailed guide on how to reach Shillong. You can pick any mode of transportation according to your preferences.
Shillong by Flight
The fastest way to reach Shillong is by flight. Shillong Airport (also known as Umroi Airport) is the nearest airport, which is around 30 km away from the city. However, only a few cities in India have flights to this domestic airport. The Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport at Guwahati is the bigger one connected to the rest of the Indian and international cities. It lies 115.1 km away from Shillong. You can book a cab or taxi from any of these two airports to reach your desired destination in Shillong.
| From | Aerial Distance | Travel Time | Popular Flight | Airport |
| Delhi to Shillong | 1494 km | 6h 35m | IndiGo | Indira Gandhi International Airport |
| Delhi to Guwahati | 1463 km | 2h 20m | IndiGo, Air India Express | Indira Gandhi International Airport |
| Hyderabad to Shillong | 1661 km | 6h 00m | IndiGo | Rajiv Gandhi International Airport |
| Mumbai to Guwahati | 2052 km | 3h 10m | IndiGo, GoAir | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport |
| Kolkata to Shillong | 495 km | 1h 55m | IndiGo, Spicejet | Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport |
| Kolkata to Guwahati | 528 km | 1h 15m | IndiGo, Air India | Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport |
| Bengaluru to Guwahati | 2030 km | 3h 10m | IndiGo, AirAsia | Kempegowda International Airport |
Shillong by Train
Planning a Shillong tour by train is a lifetime experience. The vacation is exciting and offers lots of memories to cherish forever. Guwahati Railway Station, located at a distance of 96.3 km, is the nearest railhead. It is connected to major cities in India by a comprehensive rail network. Many luxurious trains run to and from Guwahati. You can take a shared cab or taxi to reach Shillong from Guwahati Railway Station.
| From | Distance (Rail) | Travel Time | Recommended Train | Railway Station |
| New Delhi to Guwahati | 1942 km | 1 d 3 hr 5 min | Dbrt Rajdhani | New Delhi |
| Siliguri to Guwahati | 402 km | 6 hr 40 min | Dbrt Rajdhani | New Jalpaiguri Junction |
| Mumbai to Guwahati | 2729 km | 1 d 19 hr 5 min | Ltt Guwahati Ex | Lokmanya Tilak Terminus |
| Kolkata to Guwahati | 862 km | 20 hr 35 min | Kamrup Express | Howrah |
| Chennai to Guwahati | 2700 km | 2d 7h | New Tinsukia Express | Chennai Central |
Shillong by Road
Several air-conditioned, sleeper, luxury, and Volvo buses take visitors from Guwahati to Shillong. Several Meghalaya Transport Corporation (MTC) and Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) buses run between the two cities. The distance between them is around 99.6 km, and it usually takes 2 hours and 34 minutes to cover it. Those traveling from Delhi to Meghalaya often include Shillong in their itinerary as an ideal getaway from the chaos of the big city. The journey by road offers beautiful views of Meghalaya’s rolling hills and valleys.
| Location | Distance | Time | Route |
| Guwahati to Shillong | 99 km | 2 hr 27 min | NH6 |
| Silchar to Shillong | 206.1 km | 7 hr 21 min | NH6 |
| Tezpur to Shillong | 246.4 km | 5 hr 1 min | NH 27 and NH6 |
| Kaziranga to Shillong | 267.0 km | 5 hr 37 min | NH 27 and NH6 |
| Dawki To Shillong | 80.0 km | 2 hr 49 min | NH206 |
| Silchar To Shillong | 206.1 km | 7 hr 19 min | NH6 |
Depending on your preference, you can travel to Shillong via any of these means. If you would like a hassle-free experience, contact our travel experts, and who will arrange luxurious transportation. As part of our Shillong tour package, we will provide you with food, accommodation, transportation, and many other services.
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