Dawki to Shillong Taxi — One-Way Cab from ₹2,800
Book a return cab from Dawki to Shillong after your Umngot River day — fixed fares from ₹2,800, comfortable AC vehicles and a local driver for the 2.5 to 3 hour climb back up into the Khasi Hills.
- Distance
- 95 km
- Duration
- 2.5 – 3 hours
- Route
- Pynursla road, climbing back into the Khasi Hills
- From
- ₹2,800
Dawki to Shillong taxi fare (one-way)
| Vehicle | Seats | Examples | One-way fare* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatchback | 4 seats | Swift, WagonR | from ₹2,800 |
| Sedan | 4 seats | Dzire, Aura | from ₹3,200 |
| SUV / Innova | 6 – 7 seats | Ertiga, Innova, Scorpio | from ₹3,900 |
| Tempo Traveller | 12 seats | Force Tempo Traveller | from ₹5,500 |
*Indicative one-way fares. Final price is confirmed at booking based on date, vehicle and pickup point.
About the Dawki–Shillong route
After the boats at Dawki and a stop in Mawlynnong, most travellers head back to Shillong for the night. The return is about 95 km and 2.5 to 3 hours on the Pynursla road, climbing steadily from the border lowlands back into the hills.
Booking the return leg in advance means you are not negotiating with shared sumos late in the afternoon when you are tired. Your driver plans the timing so you reach Shillong before dark on the winding sections.
Pick a sedan for couples or an SUV / Innova for families — fares below are one-way for the Dawki to Shillong leg only.
What's included
- One-way return fare — no hidden charges
- Fuel, tolls and driver costs included
- Pre-booked so no late-afternoon haggling
- Clean, well-maintained AC vehicles
- Experienced local hill-road drivers
- Optional Mawlynnong stop en route
- 24×7 booking & support
Stops along the way
Mawlynnong
Asia's cleanest village — an easy stop on the way back up.
Pynursla
Ridge-top viewpoint and tea halt on the climb to Shillong.
Dawki to Shillong cab — frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Dawki to Shillong?
About 95 km and 2.5 to 3 hours via the Pynursla road, climbing back into the Khasi Hills.
How much does a Dawki to Shillong taxi cost?
One-way return fares start from around ₹2,800 for a hatchback, ₹3,200 for a sedan and ₹3,900 for an SUV / Innova, confirmed when you book.
Can we stop at Mawlynnong on the way back?
Yes. Mawlynnong is right on the route, so a stop there fits naturally into the Dawki to Shillong return drive.
Is it better to stay overnight near Dawki?
If you want a relaxed Umngot morning or river camping at Shnongpdeng, an overnight near Dawki is great. Otherwise a same-day return to Shillong is very doable.
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Fixed one-way fares from ₹2,800 · pay after confirmation.