Closest City is Guwahati. Guwahati is well connected to the rest of India by Air and Rail. Driving from Guwahati to Shillong takes about 3 hours.
By Air
Guwahati Airport
is one of the prime airport and is a gateway to the North East. The direct flight from Kolkata to Guwahti is of approx 1 hour duration.
Umroi Airport
at Shillong is the closest airport to reach Shillong and Cherrapunjee. The airport is located around 35 km away from Shillong, about an half an hour drive from town.
By Rail
There are various trains available from Kolkata like Saraighat Express & Kanchendzonga Express.
Getting Around
Black and yellow un-metered shared taxis ply within city limits. You can also opt for private taxi exclusively for yourself.
What to pack ?
Take rain gearand warm clothes. For trekking, sturdy walking shoes and a stout stick. Bug repellant and sunscreen are vital.
