Jowai to Tumlong
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Jowai, Meghalaya to Tumlong, Sikkim.
Tentative Fare Estimate
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: Jowai to Tumlong
548 km · ~11h 38m · About 11h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Jowai
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 274Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 424Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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: Jowai to Tumlong
548 km · ~12h 11m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Jowai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Jowai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Jowai → Tumlong
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~548 km
~12h 11m|Tentative fare ₹600–₹1,580
- Arrive in Tumlong
Tumlong, Sikkim
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Jowai to Tumlong
Nearest railway stations: Barahu (about 75 km away) for Jowai, New Jalpaiguri (about 83 km away) for Tumlong.
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.
Transport Options
Jowai to Tumlong: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Jowai to Tumlong is about 548 km by road, roughly 11 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 548 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹6,130 · Sedan ₹7,220 · SUV ₹9,470 · Innova / MUV ₹10,610 · Tempo Traveller ₹12,360
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹600 · AC Seater ₹990 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹880 · AC Sleeper ₹1,260 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,580
- Train: Sleeper ₹360 · Economy ₹580 · Third AC ₹800 · Second AC ₹1,130 · First AC ₹1,560
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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