How to Reach Meghalaya: Flights, Trains, Roads & Local Transport Explained

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✈️ By Air — Fastest Way to Reach Meghalaya

The nearest airport to Meghalaya is Guwahati International Airport (Assam), located about 100 km from Shillong. It is well connected with major Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Chennai.

From Guwahati Airport:

• Shared taxis and private cabs are easily available

• Travel time to Shillong: 3–4 hours

Shillong Airport (Umroi - SHL):

• Distance: Located about 30 km (1 hour) from Shillong city.

• Connectivity: This is a small airport primarily served by IndiGo and Alliance Air. Direct flights are available from cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Dibrugarh, and Imphal.

• Transport to City: You can find shared and private taxis outside the terminal.

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• 🚆 By Train — Budget-Friendly & Reliable

  Meghalaya does not yet have a fully operational railway network inside the state. The nearest major railway station is Guwahati, which connects Meghalaya to the rest of India.

  Key railway access points:

  • Guwahati Railway Station – primary railhead

  • Mendipathar Railway Station (NDP)

    • Status: The only operational local passenger railway station in Meghalaya.

    • Location: North Garo Hills (129 km from Guwahati).

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    • 🚗 By Road — Most Scenic & Popular Route

      Meghalaya is best experienced by road. Smooth highways, misty hills, and forest views make road travel a highlight rather than a task.

      Road connectivity:

      • Well connected to Assam

      • NH-6 links Guwahati to Shillong

      • Roads extend to Cherrapunji, Dawki, Mawlynnong, Jowai

      Travel options:

      • -Shared sumos (local taxis)

      • -Private cabs

      • -Self-drive cars and bikes

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• 🚌 Local Transport Within Meghalaya

  Once inside the state, local transport is simple but limited in late hours.

  Common options:

  • -Shared taxis (Sumo / Bolero)

  • -Private taxis for sightseeing

  • -Limited government buses between towns

  💡 Tip: Start early in the day, as transport options reduce after sunset.