Nongstoin to Cherrapunji
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Nongstoin, Meghalaya to Cherrapunji, Meghalaya.
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: Nongstoin to Cherrapunji
68 km · ~1h 22m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Nongstoin
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
68 km · 1h 22m drive from previous stop
Arrive in CherrapunjiCherrapunji, Meghalaya
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: Nongstoin to Cherrapunji
68 km · ~1h 31m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Nongstoin
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Nongstoin. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Nongstoin → Cherrapunji
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~68 km
~1h 31m|Tentative fare ₹70–₹240
- Arrive in Cherrapunji
Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Nongstoin to Cherrapunji
Nearest railway stations: Guwahati (about 89 km away) for Nongstoin, Karimganj Junction (about 81 km away) for Cherrapunji.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 16h 30m in total
Change trains at Lumding Jn — about 3h 15m wait
1 change · 24h 15m in total
Change trains at Lumding Jn — about 11h 33m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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.
Nongstoin to Cherrapunji: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Nongstoin to Cherrapunji is about 68 km by road, roughly 1.4 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 68 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 ₹70 · AC Seater ₹120 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹110 · AC Sleeper ₹160 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹240
- Train: Sleeper ₹70 · Economy ₹100 · Third AC ₹130 · Second AC ₹170 · First AC ₹220
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Things to Do in Cherrapunji
Mawsmai Cave
An exciting and beautiful for adventure seekers. Most tourists explores the caves bare foot as the floor is damp.
Living Root Bridges
The Living Root Bridges created by people of Khasi tribe is one of the most amazing examples of bio engineering. Created over years by carefully guiding the roots of…
Visit Umshiang Double-Decker Root Bridge
Umshiang Double-Decker Root Bridge is a living root bridge in Meghalaya, India. It can be reached via trekking 45 kilometres (28 mi), or 6500 steps, from Cherrapunji.
Visit Kynrem Falls
The Kynrem Falls is located 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) from Cherrapunji in East Khasi Hills district in the Indian state of Meghalaya. It is situated inside the…
Visit Wah Kaba Falls
Wah Kaba Falls is a waterfall located near Cherrapunji in Meghalaya, in the north eastern India. The waterfall descends from a steep rockface and drops approximately…
Suggested Cherrapunji Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Cherrapunji
- Travel from Nongstoin to Cherrapunji (about 1.4 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Nohsngithiang Falls
Day 2Explore Cherrapunji
- Visit Nohkalikai Falls
- Visit Umshiang Double-Decker Root Bridge
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Kynrem Falls
- Head back to Nongstoin
Extend Your Trip
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Cherrapunji → Dharmanagar
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