Looking to book a cab from Guwahati to Shillong? We offer sanitized Innova, Dzire, and Ertiga cabs. Reliable 24/7 pickups from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) and Guwahati Railway Station directly to your hotel in Meghalaya.
Transparent flat rates. Fuel and driver allowance included. Zero hidden costs.
Swift Dzire / Etios
Airport/Station Drop
Hill Specialist
Best for Families
Premium Luxury
VIP Transfer
Many travelers try to save money by taking a shared taxi from Guwahati to Shillong from the Khanapara stand. You often end up squeezed with 10 passengers, luggage tied unsafely on the roof, and no AC. Start your Meghalaya vacation the right way with a direct, private transfer.
When you book a private cab with us, it’s just you and your family. Highly secure for ladies traveling alone or late at night.
Our drivers happily stop at Umiam Lake (Barapani) Viewpoint and Nongpoh for tea, fresh pineapples, and photos.
We track your flight landing time at Guwahati Airport. No extra waiting charges for the first hour if your flight is delayed.
The drive from Guwahati Airport to Shillong via NH6 is one of the most scenic highway routes in Northeast India. As you leave the plains of Assam and enter the hills of Meghalaya, the 4-lane highway offers breathtaking valley views and cool breezes.
Here is a quick breakdown of travel times when you book a cab to Shillong from major transit hubs in Assam:
| Pickup Location | Distance to Shillong | Estimated Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Guwahati Airport (LGBI) | 115 KM | 3 to 3.5 Hours |
| Guwahati Railway Station (Paltan Bazar) | 98 KM | 2.5 to 3 Hours |
| Kamakhya Temple | 105 KM | 3 Hours |
Yes, it is entirely safe to travel from Guwahati to Shillong at night in a private taxi. However, keep in mind that heavy trucks ply the NH6 highway after 8 PM, which can slow down travel time at the Jorabat bypass. Our drivers are “Hill-Certified” and experienced in navigating fog patches near Upper Shillong safely. We do not recommend taking shared sumos at night.
Almost every Guwahati to Shillong cab stops at Nongpoh, which serves as the midpoint of the journey.
Don’t wait until the last minute. We also provide reliable Shillong to Guwahati Airport taxi service. We monitor traffic conditions in Shillong city to ensure you are picked up exactly on time so you never miss your flight or train.
Why book your return with us?
• We pick you up directly from your hotel/homestay in Police Bazar or Laitumkhrah.
• Need to drop at Kamakhya Temple? We can customize the drop.
• Same transparent flat rates apply for the return journey.
The taxi fare from Guwahati to Shillong starts at ₹3,000 for a Sedan (Dzire/Etios) and ₹5,000 for an SUV (Innova). This rate is inclusive of fuel, driver allowance, and standard toll taxes.
The distance is approximately 100-110 km. By private taxi, it takes about 3 to 3.5 hours depending on traffic at the Jorabat intersection and your pit stops at Nongpoh.
Yes, we provide direct taxi pickups from Guwahati Railway Station (Paltan Bazar) and Kamakhya Railway Station. The driver will meet you at the exit gate and drop you directly at your accommodation in Shillong.
Yes, our Shillong to Guwahati Airport taxi service operates 24/7. For early morning flights, we highly recommend leaving Shillong at least 4 hours before your flight departure time to account for morning fog.