Agartala, the capital of Tripura, is well-connected to other parts of the country through air, rail, and road. In this guide, we will explore the various modes of transportation available to reach Agartala. However, depending on your preferences and the distance to travel, the best way to reach Agartala may differ. Choosing an Agartala tour package with Indian Holiday covers all amenities, including getting to the destination. Find out how to reach Agartala via different modes of transportation before planning your trip.
There is an airport in Agartala known as Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport, which is not famous but you will get many flights from all the major Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata. If you cannot find flights from your city, you can also fly to nearby airports like Guwahati Airport in Assam or Imphal Airport in Manipur. Afterward, take a connecting flight or drive to Agartala. By road, the Guwahati to Agartala distance is around 534 km, which takes around 15 hours.
From
Aerial Distance
Travel Time
Popular Flight
Airport
Delhi to Agartala
1501 km
4h 20m
IndiGo, Air India
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Mumbai to Agartala
1970 km
5h 40m
Air India
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
Kolkata to Agartala
327 km
1h
IndiGo, Air India
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport
Guwahati to Agartala
261 km
0h 50m
IndiGo
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
Imphal to Agartala
288 km
0h 50m
IndiGo
Imphal Airport
Hyderabad to Agartala
1512 km
6h 35m
IndiGo, Air India
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Agartala By Train
For travelers, traveling by train to Agartala is a convenient and scenic option. Agartala has its own railway station, the Agartala Railway Station, which connects with major cities like Kolkata, Guwahati, and Delhi. If you are not able to find a direct train to Agartala, you can book a train to Guwahati or Lumding instead. From here, you can reach Guwahati railway by train or by road.
Below is a summary table to help you understand how to reach by train:
From
Distance (Rail)
Travel Time
Recommended Train
Railway Station
Delhi to Agartala
2423 km
1 d 23 hr 5 min
Kanchanjunga Express
New Delhi
Delhi to Guwahati
1861 km
1 d 3 hr 5 min
Dbrt Rajdhani
New Delhi
Kolkata to Lumding
1171 km
1 d 15 min
Kamrup Express
Howrah
Guwahati to Agartala
561 km
13 hr 35 min
Agtl Humsafar
Guwahati Junction
Agartala By Road
Traveling by road to Agartala will be enjoyable for those who enjoy road trips. The city is connected to various parts of the northeastern region of India by a number of national and state highways.
From Guwahati, the most common route is via NH6, which is approximately 534 kilometers long and takes about 14 hours. For those who are coming from Shillong can reach via NH6. The distance from Agartala to Shillong is approximately 437 kilometers and takes around 10 hours.
Guwahati, Silchar, and Shillong have regular bus services to Agartala operated by the Tripura Road Transport Corporation (TRTC).
Location
Distance (Rail)
Travel Time
Route
Guwahati to Agartala
535 km
11 hours
NH6
Silchar to Agartala
275.7 km
7 hours
NH 208A
Shillong to Agartala
439.0 km
12 hr 59 min
NH6
Imphal to Agartala
542.2 km
16 hr 22 min
NH37
Aizawl to Agartala
320.6 km
9 hr 16 min
NH108
Kolkata to Agartala
1514 km
37 hr
NH12 and NH 27
From various locations, this table provides a clear overview of the distances, travel times, and routes to Agartala.
Whatever mode of transportation you choose, reaching Agartala is sure to be a memorable experience. For a hassle-free travel experience, contact our travel experts, who will arrange luxurious transportation for you. Food, accommodations, transportation, and many other services are included in our Agartala tour package.
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