Shillong to Dispur
The distance from Shillong to Dispur is about 79 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). NH-31, NH-37 and NH-40 pass through Guwahati. It is a 2- to 2½-hour drive via Rangia to
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.
Overview
The distance from Shillong to Dispur is about 79 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). NH-31, NH-37 and NH-40 pass through Guwahati. It is a 2- to 2½-hour drive via Rangia to the Bhutanese border town of Samdrup Jongkhar.
Route Map
By Car: Shillong to Dispur
79 km · ~1h 35m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Shillong
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
79 km · 1h 35m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DispurDispur, Assam
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: Shillong to Dispur
79 km · ~1h 45m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Shillong
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Shillong. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Shillong → Dispur
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~79 km
~1h 45m|Tentative fare ₹90–₹270
- Arrive in Dispur
Dispur, Assam
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Shillong to Dispur
Nearest railway stations: Guwahati (about 69 km away) for Shillong, Guwahati for Dispur.
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.
Hotels in Dispur
Treebo hotels in Guwahati, about 6 km from Dispur. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.
Treebo Arna Residency
Guwahati
Treebo Umal Homestay Ganeshguri
Guwahati
Treebo Hotel Mobi Vip Airport
Guwahati
Itsy Hotels Ransu Residency
Guwahati
Things to Do in Dispur
Guwahati Planetarium
A great place to visit for science geeks and also for lovers of entertainment.
Ropeway
The aerial lift across both banks of the Brahmaputra in Guwahati. The southern terminal (Kachari Ghat) is near Nehru Park, whereas the north terminal (Rajadwar) is…
Assam Tea Festival
The annual festival caters to more than tea lovers. In addition to tea tasting and tours of the tea gardens, visitors can enjoy jungle safaris and river rafting.
Bihu
A set of three Assamese festivals in April, October and January respectively, all of which celebrate the changing seasons.
Debaddhani Festival
A three-day festival where offerings are made to the goddess of snakes, Devi Manassa. An unusual ritual takes place where possessed devotees walk on a sharp sword's…
Accoland
Accoland is worth a visit while in Dispur.
Suggested Dispur Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Dispur
- Travel from Shillong to Dispur (about 1.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Guwahati War Cemetery
Day 2Explore Dispur
- Visit Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra
- Visit Dighali Pukhuri
- Visit Deepor Beel
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Ugratara Devalaya
- Head back to Shillong
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
79 km
1.5 hours
Approximately 79 km by road from Shillong to Dispur, roughly 1.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
79 km
The nearest railway station to Dispur is New Guwahati railway station, about 5 km from the town centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 79 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), about 21 km away.
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