Imphal to Kohima
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Imphal, Manipur to Kohima, Nagaland.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Imphal to Kohima
125 km · ~2h 30m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Imphal
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
125 km · 2h 30m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KohimaKohima, Nagaland
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Imphal to Kohima
125 km · ~2h 47m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Imphal
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Imphal. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Imphal → Kohima
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~125 km
~2h 47m|Tentative fare ₹140–₹400
- Arrive in Kohima
Kohima, Nagaland
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Imphal to Kohima
Nearest railway stations: Jiribam (about 82 km away) for Imphal, Dimapur (about 46 km away) for Kohima.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Imphal to Kohima: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Imphal to Kohima is about 125 km by road, roughly 2.5 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 125 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,855 · Ertiga ₹7,430 · Innova ₹7,745 · Innova Crysta ₹9,570 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,100
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹140 · AC Seater ₹230 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹200 · AC Sleeper ₹290 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹400
- Train: Sleeper ₹110 · Economy ₹160 · Third AC ₹210 · Second AC ₹280 · First AC ₹380
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Kohima guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kohima.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Imphal to Kohima. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Viswema110 km from Imphal
Hotels in Kohima
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Things to Do in Kohima
Bara Basti
Supposedly the second largest village in Asia. See the traditional Angami way of life.
Catholic Church on Aradhurah Hill
Located near the Little Flower School. This is the biggest church of its kind in the predominantly Christian north-eastern region of India.
The Deputy Commissioner's Bungalow
For over a month, Japanese troops battled British and Indian troops at this small bungalow in Kohima. The battle, known as the Battle of the Tennis Court, was the…
Nagaland State Museum
Though information is somewhat limited, the museum has nice displays and some rare Naga artifacts and archaeological finds; as of April 2019, there is a very…
Kohima War Cemetery
The cemetery is maintained by the Commonwealth Graves Commission for the Allied war dead. The cemetery lies on the slopes of Garrison Hill, in what was once the Deputy…
Kohima Zoo
You can see the rare Tragopan bird, the state bird of Nagaland and the Mithun, the state animal.
Suggested Kohima Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kohima
- Travel from Imphal to Kohima (about 2.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Kohima Botanical Garden
Day 2Explore Kohima
- Visit Nagaland State Museum
- Visit Kohima Mizo Presbyterian Church
- Visit Kohima Lotha Baptist Church
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Kohima Ao Baptist Church
- Head back to Imphal
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