How can I go to Meghalaya from Mumbai by train?

There is no direct transport mode connectivity between Mumbai and Shillong. The cheapest way to reach from Mumbai to Shillong is train to Guwahati, then bus to Shillong and takes 74h 0m.

How can I go to Meghalaya by train?

Meghalaya does not own a railway station. Thus, you need to reach directly to the Guwahati railway station, which is located around 96 km from Meghalaya's capital Shillong. From the railway station, you can take a private cab or taxi to reach the place you wish to visit.

Is Shillong connected by railway?

There are as such no proper rail lines in Meghalaya. Guwahati railway station is the nearest railway station situated at a distance of 105 Km from Shillong. The city is well connected to all other major cities of the country via rail medium. There are also taxi as well as bus facility for Shillong.

How can I go to Shillong by flight?

Shillong Airport, located 35 km away at Umroi, is a domestic airport that links the hill station with Kolkata via Air India regional flights. Another bigger and convenient airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport at Guwahati, which is approximately 130 km away from Shillong.

How can I go to Gangtok from Mumbai?

The fastest way to reach Gangtok from Mumbai is by availing direct flight from Mumbai to Bagdogra (4h 30m) and then taking a taxi or bus for an approximately 3h 59m onward journey to Darjeeling. For not having any airport in Gangtok, travelling by flights from Mumbai to Gangtok is not an option.

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How can I go to Darjeeling from Mumbai by train?

There is no direct transport mode connectivity between Mumbai and Darjeeling. The cheapest way to reach from Mumbai to Darjeeling is train to Danapur, then bus to Siliguri, then cab to Darjeeling and takes 48h 44m.

How can I go to Sikkim by train?

Nearest railway stations to Sikkim are Jalpaiguri (187 km) and Siliguri (146 km), that are well-connected to major cities like Kolkata, Guwahati, Delhi and Mumbai. There are few trains that operate from Kolkata to Jalpaiguri, which is 593 km away.

Does Meghalaya have railway station?

Meghalaya does have a railway station — Mendipathar in the North Garo Hills district, metres beyond the border with Assam — but linking Shillong has been an uphill challenge for the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR).

Is Shillong safe now?

Shillong has a low crime rate and therefore considered relatively safe. However, petty crimes like pickpocketing or bag snatching are common. It's advisable to always be cautious of your surroundings and avoid visiting isolated areas, especially after dark.

Is there snowfall in Shillong?

On my first pravas as Incharge of @bjymmeghalaya , and it's snowfall in upper Shillong area. Hailstorm in the city as well. Amazing but freezing weather.

How can I go to Meghalaya?

The closest one is in Guwahati. It's roughly 100kms away from Shillong and can be used to arrive at the capital of Meghalaya. The Guwahati station is well connected with all the other cities in India and is often used as a conduit into the state of Meghalaya too.

How many days are enough for Meghalaya?

6 days at the bare minimum, and you can easily go around for 15 days as well if you intend to cover the rest of the North East belt. We stayed one night at Shillong, Mawlynnong and Cherrapunji each, and at budget properties. Costs approximately ₹1000-₹1200 per person per day.

Do we need passport for Meghalaya?

unfortunately, NO! Meghalaya has become one of the few states in India to introduce a permit for tourists.

Can we go to Meghalaya now?

The Meghalaya state government has announced its decision to reopen the tourism sector in the state w.e.f. September 1, 2021. All travellers who wish to visit the State of Meghalaya, will need to mandatorily register on the Meghalaya Tourism App and generate an E-Invite for the proposed itinerary.

How many railway station are there in Meghalaya?

There are 2 railway stations in Meghalaya.

Do we need Covid test to enter Meghalaya?

RT-PCR Testing at Entry Points is mandatory for all persons visiting the State if they have not been fully vaccinated (both doses) or are not in possession of a RT-PCR Negative Report that is issued by a recognised laboratory 72 hours before their arrival at the entry Point.

Which month is best for Shillong?

March to June: March and April see the advent of summers but the weather is still quite pleasant. Summers are overall mild and a good time to plan a trip in Shillong with the temperature ranging from a maximum of 24°C to a minimum of 15°C. This is the perfect time to plan sightseeing and adventure activities.

Is alcohol allowed in Shillong?

Shillong: Amid the nationwide lockdown triggered by coronavirus pandemic, the Meghalaya government has decided to allow wine shops to operate in the state from Monday owing to demand from the people, officials said on Sunday.

When did Meghalaya railway start?

Chief Minister Mukul Sangma had laid the foundation of the 19.47 km broad guage railway line in 2012, after it was approved in 1992-93. The British had unsuccessfully built the Cherra Companyganj State Railways in Khasi and Jaintia hills region in 1895-96.

Why there is no railway station in Meghalaya?

There is no railway station in Meghalaya. For the state people, Guwahati is the nearest Railway station. It was recently declared by the CM of the state that the first railway station in Meghalaya at Mendipathar in the North Garo Hills would be inaugurated soon.

In which state has no railway line?

Sikkim is the only Northeastern state which is not connected to a rail network. NH10 is the only road that connects the state with the rest of the country. The new rail line will be from Sevoke in West Bengal to Rangpo in Sikkim, a distance of 45 km.

Does Sikkim have railway line?

Sivok-Rangpo Railway Line is the line connecting the Indian states of West Bengal and Sikkim.

Which train goes to Gangtok?

Major trains serving the station include Rajdhani Express, Shatabdi Express and Sampark Kranti. Public transport like bus and taxi are readily available at the railway station for travellers to reach the city of Gangtok.