Is there a direct train from Fagu to Shillong?

No, you must change at Delhi and Guwahati.

How long is the journey?

It takes approximately 40 hours.

What is the best way to travel?

Flying to Guwahati and then taxi is the fastest.

Yes, but they are not recommended for such long distances.

Yes, Shillong is generally safe for tourists.

Shillong

Train Flight

Fagu to Shillong

Updated: 24 May 2026

Shillong, the Scotland of the East, is accessible from Fagu via Delhi and Guwahati. You will first travel to Chandigarh or Delhi, then take a train to Guwahati, and finally a taxi to Shillong. The total travel time is approximately 40 hours. Shillong is a beautiful hill station.

Total Distance: 2100 km by road, 1800 km air distance.

Fastest Way

Taxi to Chandigarh, flight to Guwahati, taxi to Shillong, total time 8 hours.

Cheapest Way

Bus to Delhi, then sleeper train to Guwahati, then shared taxi to Shillong, costing roughly 3000 INR.

Compare Fagu to Shillong Routes

	Train Connecting	Flight Connecting
Duration	40 hours	8 hours
Avg Price	3000-6500 INR	9000-18000 INR
Operator	North East Express	IndiGo
Route	Shimla-Delhi-Guwahati-Shillong	Chandigarh Airport to Guwahati Airport, then taxi to Shillong
Tip	Book your train from New Delhi to Guwahati.	Check for connecting flights via Delhi.