What is the cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Shillong?

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Shillong is to train and bus which costs ₹800 - ₹5,500 and takes 28h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ranchi to Shillong?

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Shillong is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 52m and costs ₹14,000 - ₹21,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ranchi and Shillong?

No, there is no direct bus from Ranchi to Shillong. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Shillong via Siliguri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 45m.

How far is it from Ranchi to Shillong?

The distance between Ranchi and Shillong is 761 km. The road distance is 926 km.

How do I travel from Ranchi to Shillong without a car?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Shillong without a car is to bus which takes 28h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ranchi to Shillong?

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Ranchi to Shillong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Shillong bus from?

Ranchi to Shillong bus services, operated by Shivam Luxury, depart from Ranchi station.

Bus or fly from Ranchi to Shillong?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Shillong is to fly which takes 7h 31m and costs ₹15,000 - ₹23,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 28h 45m.

Where does the Ranchi to Shillong bus arrive?

Ranchi to Shillong bus services, operated by Shivam Luxury, arrive at Siliguri station.

Can I drive from Ranchi to Shillong?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Shillong is 926 km. It takes approximately 15h 1m to drive from Ranchi to Shillong.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ranchi to Shillong?

Book your Ranchi to Shillong bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Shillong?

There are 284+ hotels available in Shillong.

Ranchi to Shillong - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Ranchi to Shillong by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly to Umroi Airport
best
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Umroi Airport (SHL)plane IXR - SHL
7h 31m
₹15,948–22,161
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Purulia Jntrain
2. Take the train from Purulia Jn to Guwahatitrain
3. Take the bus from Guwahati Paltan Bazar to Barik Pointbus
28h 55m
₹821–5,094
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi to Siliguribus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Siliguri to Shillongbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
28h 45m
Drive 926 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Shillongcar 926 km
15h 1m
₹9,000–12,999
Fly to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)plane IXR - GAU
2. Take the bus from Gauhati Airport to Shillongbus
7h 13m
₹10,048–18,611
Fly to Silchar Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Silchar Airport (IXS)plane IXR - IXS
2. Take the taxi from Silchar Airport (IXS) to Shillongtaxi
6h 52m
₹14,148–21,011
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Kamakhyatrain 15661
2. Take the taxi from Kamakhya to Shillongtaxi
29h 3m
₹2,348–6,309

Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Umroi Airport (SHL) flights

9Weekly Planes

6h 55mAverage Duration

₹13,413Cheapest Price

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Distance: 761.2 km
Duration: 7h 31m

What companies run services between Ranchi, India and Shillong, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Spicejet fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Umroi Airport (SHL) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ranchi to Shillong via Siliguri in around 28h 45m.

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