How to reach Shillong from Guwahati Airport?

Take a prepaid taxi (₹2,500-3,000) or walk to Khanapara for shared taxis (₹500). Pre-book a self-drive car for maximum flexibility.

Is the road from Guwahati to Shillong safe?

Yes, NH6 is well-maintained. The drive is scenic with gentle curves. Avoid night driving due to fog and narrow stretches.

Can XTSY customise guwahati to shillong transport guide for me?

Yes — share your dates, budget and group size on WhatsApp +91 88373 17070 and we build guwahati to shillong transport guide around exactly what you need, with no outsourcing.

How quickly will I get a quote?

Most guwahati to shillong transport guide quotes are returned within an hour during the day via WhatsApp +91 88373 17070, with live availability and transparent pricing.

Rentals · Updated September 2026

Guwahati to Shillong Transport Guide

Backed by XTSY — Northeast India's NEITA 2025-nominated hospitality brand, operating India's biggest backpacker hostel and the country's first 270° stargaze glamping ensuite, both in Shillong. Planning your journey from Guwahati to Shillong? Here's your complete transport guide with all options — shared taxis, private cabs, buses, and self-drive cars. 5 h from Shillong, so plan nights nearby; the XTSY desk books partner stays and transport.

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The details

Guwahati & Kamakhya Temple from XTSY: ~3.5 h · 113 km (stay nearby)

Transport Options Compared

Choose the best way to travel:

✓ Shared Taxi (Sumo/Xylo) — ₹500/person, 2.5 hrs
✓ Private Taxi — ₹2,500-3,500, 2.5 hrs
✓ ASTC Bus — ₹200, 3.5 hrs
✓ Self-Drive Car Rental — ₹1,500-3,500/day
✓ Helicopter (seasonal) — ₹3,500, 30 min

Route & Stops

The Guwahati-Shillong highway (NH6) passes through Nongpoh. Key stops:

✓ Umiam Lake viewpoint — km 78
✓ Nongpoh town — food & fuel stop
✓ Barapani — Umiam Lake boating
✓ Total distance: 98 km, mostly uphill

From Other Cities

Reaching Shillong from other Northeast cities:

✓ Siliguri: 430 km, 10-12 hrs by road
✓ Dimapur: 340 km, 8-9 hrs
✓ Kohima: 370 km, 9-10 hrs
✓ Tawang: 680 km, 16-18 hrs (via Guwahati)

Why Travellers Pick XTSY

XTSY is a Northeast Indian independent hospitality brand — Shillong-born, traveller-built, and having hosted 10,786+ guests through owned properties, curated tours, weddings, catering and rentals.

✓ NEITA 2025 nominee — Best Budget-Friendly Accommodation in Northeast India
✓ Experience by XTSY — India's first stargaze glamp
✓ Rated 4.7★ on Google from 237 reviews
✓ Pluxee India partner — corporate stays via employee-benefit vouchers accepted
✓ 24/7 WhatsApp booking & on-trip support — +91 88373 17070
✓ Owned operations in Shillong + vetted partner network across NE India and Sikkim

Renting for Your Guwahati to Shillong Transport Guide

XTSY Rentals supplies well-maintained Royal Enfields, scooters and self-drive cars for your guwahati to shillong transport guide. Every vehicle is serviced before handover and comes with helmets, documents and on-call road support across Northeast India.

✓ Royal Enfield, scooter and self-drive car options
✓ Serviced, road-ready vehicles with documents in order
✓ Helmets and safety gear included
✓ Flexible daily, weekly and trip-based rates
✓ On-call breakdown support across NE India
✓ Reserve a vehicle on WhatsApp +91 88373 17070

Frequently asked questions

Written by the XTSY travel team, New Shillong TownshipWe run XTSY Travellers Hostel and plan Northeast India trips every day. Prices on this page come from our live booking engine; drive times are checked against our own trips. Last reviewed September 2026.