Shillong to Guwahati Taxi & Cab from ₹2,700 (one way)
A Shillong to Guwahati taxi costs from ₹2,700 one way in a sedan, ₹2,900 in an SUV, ₹3,500 in an Ertiga and ₹4,300 in an Innova, with drop at Guwahati Railway Station, Paltan Bazaar, Kamakhya or any hotel in the city. The 100 km drive down NH6 takes 3 to 3.5 hours. Flying out? Guwahati Airport drops have their own fare from ₹3,000.
- Distance
- 100 km
- Duration
- 3 – 3.5 hours
- Route
- NH6 downhill via Umiam, Nongpoh & Jorabat
- From
- ₹2,700
Shillong to Guwahati taxi fare (one-way)
| Vehicle | Seats | Examples | One-way fare* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 4 seats | Dzire, Ciaz | from ₹2,700 |
| SUV | 5 seats | Brezza | from ₹2,900 |
| 6-seater | 6 seats | Ertiga | from ₹3,500 |
| Premium 7-seater | 7 seats | Innova | from ₹4,300 |
*Starting one-way fare for each car type with a daytime pickup. The exact price depends on your date, vehicle and pickup point and is confirmed before you book. Group of 8 or more? Ask us on WhatsApp for a Tempo Traveller quote.
Fares last updated: October 2026
About the Shillong–Guwahati route
The road back to Guwahati is mostly downhill. From Shillong, at roughly 1,500 m, NH6 drops past Umiam Lake and through Nongpoh to the plains at Byrnihat, then crosses into Assam at Jorabat. The hill section comes first, while you are fresh; drivers take the bends in a low gear, and anyone prone to motion sickness is better off in the front seat with a light breakfast.
The part to plan around is the end, not the hills. Jorabat junction, where the Meghalaya highway meets the Guwahati bypass, and the city traffic through Khanapara and GS Road towards Paltan Bazaar can turn the last 20 km into an hour on a busy weekday evening. That is why we time pickups backwards from your train, not forwards from breakfast.
We drop at Guwahati Railway Station (GHY, Paltan Bazaar side), Kamakhya Junction, the Paltan Bazaar bus and shared-taxi area, or any hotel or address in Guwahati city. If you are catching a flight, book the Shillong to Guwahati Airport cab instead: the airport is about 123 km from Shillong and has its own fare.
When to leave Shillong to catch a train in Guwahati
Leave Shillong at least 4 to 4.5 hours before your train is due to depart: 3 to 3.5 hours for the drive, plus a buffer for Jorabat and time to find your platform. Add another hour for evening departures or in the monsoon, when landslide clearances and fog can slow the hill section.
Long-distance trains from Guwahati include the Saraighat Express and the Rajdhani services, but timetables change, so check your train time and departure station before booking. Some trains leave from Kamakhya Junction rather than Guwahati station; tell us which one and the driver goes straight there.
Shared taxi or private cab to Guwahati?
Shared taxis to Guwahati leave from central Shillong and charge roughly ₹400 to ₹600 per seat; this is an approximate local rate, not our fare. They leave only when full, so the departure time is uncertain, which is a risk when you have a train to catch. They drop at a fixed stand, usually around Paltan Bazaar.
A private cab collects you from your Shillong hotel or homestay at the time you choose and drops you at the station entrance or your hotel. For 3 or 4 people, a sedan at ₹2,700 is about ₹675 to ₹900 each.
What's included
- One-way fare: no return-trip charge
- Fuel, tolls and driver allowance included
- Pickup from your Shillong hotel or homestay
- Drop at Guwahati station, Paltan Bazaar, Kamakhya or any city hotel
- Pickup time planned around your train
- Clean, well-maintained AC vehicles
- 24×7 booking & support
Stops along the way
Umiam Lake (Barapani)
About 15 km out of Shillong: a quick viewpoint stop, best in the morning light.
Nongpoh
Roughly halfway, where the hills meet the plains: tea, snacks and fruit stalls.
Shillong to Guwahati cab: common questions
What is the Shillong to Guwahati taxi fare?
One-way taxi fares from Shillong to Guwahati start from ₹2,700 for a sedan, ₹2,900 for an SUV (Brezza), ₹3,500 for an Ertiga and ₹4,300 for an Innova. Fuel, tolls and the driver are included, and the fare is confirmed before you pay.
How much is a taxi from Shillong to Guwahati railway station?
The same city fare applies: from ₹2,700 for a sedan to Guwahati Railway Station, Kamakhya Junction, Paltan Bazaar or any hotel in Guwahati city.
How long does a taxi from Shillong to Guwahati take?
Usually 3 to 3.5 hours for the 100 km. It can take longer on weekday evenings because of traffic at Jorabat and inside Guwahati, or in the monsoon on the hill section.
What time should I leave Shillong to catch a train from Guwahati?
At least 4 to 4.5 hours before departure, and an hour more for evening trains or in the monsoon. Share your train time when booking and we will suggest a pickup time.
Is the Shillong to Guwahati Airport taxi fare different?
Yes. Guwahati Airport (GAU) is about 123 km from Shillong, further than the city, so airport drops start from ₹3,000 for a sedan. Book the Shillong to Guwahati Airport cab for flights.
How much is a shared taxi from Shillong to Guwahati?
Roughly ₹400 to ₹600 per seat (approximate local rate). Shared taxis leave when full and stop at a fixed stand. A private sedan from ₹2,700 works out to about ₹675 to ₹900 per person for 3 or 4 people.
Does the fare include tolls and fuel?
Yes. The one-way fare includes fuel, tolls and the driver's charges, with no charge for the driver's return to Shillong.
Can I leave Shillong in the evening?
Yes, we run evening and night drops every day. If you have a choice, a daytime start is easier because of fog on the hill section in the monsoon and on winter evenings.
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