The Ultimate Guwahati to Shillong Road Trip

The most popular and convenient way to reach Shillong from Guwahati is by road. Whether you're going with your private vehicle or a rented cab, it is fairly the same experience either way.

How Far is Shillong From Guwahati?

Shillong is about 100 kms from Guwahati and takes around 3-4 hours to reach, depending on the circumstances and road conditions. 

You can start your journey from either ISBT, Khanapara, Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, or from wherever it is convenient; basically, choose a transportation hotspot to start your journey if you have no idea how to plan your journey.

 If you've a considerable amount of luggage with you after landing and would like to get to your destination without dragging all your luggage around, consider pre-booking a cab online. If you're open to it, we provide Guwahati to Shillong cabs as well. 

So, now let's talk about the factors and tips that can make your experience even better!

 Umiam Lake

This beautiful lake is on your way to Shillong itself and makes for such a great stop if you're tired of the journey and want to reboot yourself while enjoying the sightseeing of the queenly lake. You can take pictures by this beautiful place and already kind of feel like you're having a vacation. 

Why Choose a Cab for the Guwahati to Shillong Trip?

For a tight budget, public transportation is a practical way to plan the travel. However, if you want a more personal and comfortable experience on your way, a private vehicle just makes the journey much more fun!

This way, you don't have to worry about your luggage and also decide where and when to stop. Sometimes choosing the right way to travel becomes an important decision for the whole trip as the road trip itself becomes part of the experience

More tips and suggestions for a Comfortable and Memorable Road Trip.

Start your journey early from Guwahati as Shillong is notorious for heavy traffic jams, especially during working hours. Also, keep light layers with you because the transition from Guwahati's weather to Shillong can be quite drastic. Shillong is a hill station, and Guwahati is a hot, humid city, so yeah, that explains the weather differences despite being close. 

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes with good grip if you plan on visiting waterfalls and viewpoints. Also, rain protection is a must when in Shillong. Also keep a flexible itinerary as rain and traffic in Shillong sometimes can make unexpected changes to your plan.