Cherrapunji is known as one of the places with the highest rainfall on earth, which makes it have scenic views and greenish vegetation for those who want to get away from busy city life. But How to Reach Cherrapunji? Well, Cherrapunji Holiday Packages has something for you.
Starting Your Journey
The Shillong Cherrapunji Tour offers a typical tourist’s journey to Cherrapunji normally starts by landing at Guwahati, a major transportation hub in Assam, before proceeding further. From Guwahati, there are several ways.
By Taxi or Bus via Shillong: Youcan enjoy a picturesque drive that lasts approximately 4-5 hours when heading to Cherrapunji through Shillong, passing through rolling hills and valleys.
By Private Car: To feel more comfortable and travel alone, rent a private vehicle directly until you reach Cherrapunji.
By Air: Shillong Airport (SHL): It is located about 90 kilometres away, the nearest airport to Cherrapunji, but it has limited connectivity, mostly domestic flights.
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU): Situated approximately 150 kilometres away from Cherrapunji. It serves major airline companies in this region. You may hire a taxi or take a bus for four hours road trip to reach Cherrapunji.
By Road: When travelling by road towards Cherripungi offers some of those most marvellous sceneries either coming from Guwahati or Shillong;
From Guwahati: Buses and taxis are readily available here. The journey takes about 3 to 4 hours from Guwahati to Shillong, with another 2-3 hour drive to Cherrapunji.
From Shillong: It is about 60 kilometers away taking approximately 2-3 hours before reaching Cherrapunji. Buses and shared taxis are usually available at the Police Bazaar.
By Train: Although there is no direct rail route to Cherrapunji, however, the nearest biggest railway station is in Guwahati. From thereon, one can proceed by road as mentioned above.
By Bus:
From Guwahati: To get a bus for Shillong, go to Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) or Paltan Bazaar. From Shillong, buses and shared taxis can take you to Cherrapunji.
From Shillong: Shared taxis leave regularly from the Police Bazaar, taking around 2-3 hours for them to be able to reach Cherrapunji.
