Jorhat to Kohima
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Jorhat, Assam 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: Jorhat to Kohima
157 km · ~3h 8m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Jorhat
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
157 km · 3h 8m 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: Jorhat to Kohima
157 km · ~3h 29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Jorhat
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Jorhat. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Jorhat → Kohima
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~157 km
~3h 29m|Tentative fare ₹170–₹490
- 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: Jorhat to Kohima
Nearest railway stations: Jorhat Town for Jorhat, Dimapur (about 46 km away) for Kohima.
Direct trains
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.
Jorhat to Kohima: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Jorhat to Kohima is about 157 km by road, roughly 3.1 hours of travel time. The road passes near Wokha.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 157 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,105 · Ertiga ₹7,753 · Innova ₹8,083 · Innova Crysta ₹9,982 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,688
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹170 · AC Seater ₹280 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹250 · AC Sleeper ₹360 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹490
- Train: Sleeper ₹120 · Economy ₹190 · Third AC ₹250 · Second AC ₹340 · First AC ₹470
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kohima.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Jorhat to Kohima. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Wokha95 km from Jorhat
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 Jorhat to Kohima (about 3.1 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 Jorhat
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