Arunachal Pradesh is located in the North-East corner of India and borders China, Myanmar, and Bhutan. It is famous for its incredible Buddhist monasteries, different sanctified spots, stunning lakes, quaint villages, verdant valleys, and historical edifices. Traveling to Arunachal Pradesh is not a difficult task as you can conveniently reach here by all modes of transportation. Moreover, the state is well-connected to all major cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata, by air, train, and road.
Owing to rough terrains, Arunachal Pradesh does not have an airport. However, the nearest airports are in North Lakhimpur, and Guwahati has good connectivity with the major cities and towns of the country. In addition, Itanagar houses the nearest railhead from where you can board a bus or hire a taxi to reach the different regions of Arunachal Pradesh.
Here is details about how to Reach Arunachal Pradesh by train, flight, and road
Arunachal Pradesh by Flight
Lilabari Airport in the North Lakhimpur district of Assam is the nearest airport from Itanagar, the capital of Arunachal Pradesh. It is situated 72 km away, which takes around 2 hours to reach the capital city. Other nearest airports from Arunachal Pradesh are Tezpur Airport and Guwahati Airport. The Lilabari Airport is well-connected with Kolkata and Guwahati. You can catch direct flights to Kolkata and Guwahati from all prime cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Pune. In addition, there is the easy availability of taxis and bus services going towards the state.
| Travel by Flight | Travel Time | Air Distance | Departure Airport |
|
Delhi to North Lakhimpur |
15 hours 20 minutes |
1080 km |
Indira Gandhi International Airport |
Mumbai to North Lakhimpur |
10 hours 40 minutes |
1623 km |
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport |
|
Ahmedabad to North Lakhimpur |
13 hours 15 minutes |
2216 km |
Sardar Vallabhai Patel International Airport |
Bangalore to North Lakhimpur |
14 hours 10 minutes |
2312 km |
Kempegowda International Airport |
|
Pune to North Lakhimpur |
13 hours 10 minutes |
2279 km |
Pune International Airport |
Kolkata to North Lakhimpur |
2 hours 10 minutes |
291 km |
Netaji Subhash Chandra International Airport |
|
Guwahati to North Lakhimpur |
13 hours 50 minutes |
457 km |
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport |
Arunachal Pradesh by Train
Arunachal Pradesh does not have a railway station. However, the nearest railhead is Harmuti train station in Assam, the primary train station connecting Arunachal Pradesh to other major cities of India. Situated just 46 km away from Itanagar, the capital city of Arunachal Pradesh, this station is well-connected with the northeastern and other towns.
Some popular trains connecting Harmuti and Naharlagun railheads with the country are North East Express, Donyi Polo Express, Arunachal Express, and Dibrugarh Rajdhani. Further, take the bus or hire a taxi for your onward journey towards the state.
| Travel by Train | Nearest Station | Travel Time | Distance | Train Name |
|
Delhi to Itanagar |
Harmuti Railway Station |
36 hours 30 minutes |
2163 KM |
Arunachal Express |
Mumbai to Guwahati |
Guwahati Railway Station |
49 hours 35 min |
2737 KM |
LTT Guwahati Express |
|
Ahmedabad to Guwahati |
Guwahati Railway Station |
56 hours 10 min |
2537 KM |
Kamakhya Express |
Pune to Guwahati |
Guwahati Railway Station |
53 hours 45 min |
2779 KM |
Goa Express & LTT Guwahati EXP |
|
Bangalore to Guwahati |
Guwahati Railway Station |
54 hours 10 min |
2963 km |
YPR KYQ Express |
Kolkata to Guwahati |
Guwahati Railway Station |
18 hours 20 min |
1032 km |
Saraighat Express |
|
Guwahati to Itanagar |
Harmuti Railway Station |
6 hours 40 min |
343 km |
Donyi Polo Express |
Dibrugarh to Itanagar |
Harmuti Railway Station |
3 hours 15 min |
161 km |
TSK NHLN Vista |
Arunachal Pradesh by Road
The state is easily reachable by state and national highways from all prime cities and nearby states. There is a sufficient number of inter bus services available from all major towns of Arunachal Pradesh to Meghalaya (around 790 km), Assam (560 km), and Nagaland (456 km).
The national highways NH 15, 52, and 415 connect the state with the nearby states. You can reach Itanagar from Banderdewa, North Lakhimpur, Tezpur, and Guwahati by car and bus. The state-owned Arunachal Pradesh State Transport Service (APSTS) provides good services in the state. It runs its bus service to major district headquarters like Tezpur and Guwahati in Assam, Shillong in Meghalaya, and Dimapur in Nagaland.
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| >strong>Location | Distance | Time | Route |
|
Delhi to Itanagar distance |
2139 KM |
40 hours 20 min |
NH 27 |
Mumbai to Itanagar distance |
2966 KM |
58 hours 10 min |
AH 47 & NH 27 |
|
Kolkata to Itanagar distance |
1267 KM |
29 hours 50 min |
NH 27 |
Guwahati to Itanagar distance |
323 KM |
7 hours 50 min |
NH 27 & NH 15 |
|
Kolkata to Tawang distance |
1372 KM |
34 hours 10 min |
NH 27 |
Guwahati to Tawang distance |
507 KM |
13 hours 20 min |
NH 13 |
|
Dibrugarh to Pasighat distance |
149 KM |
2 hours 50 min |
NH 515 |
North Lakhimpur to Ziro distance |
117 KM |
4 hours 20 min |
NH 15 & NH 13 |
|
North Lakhimpur to Itanagar distance |
68 km |
1 hours 50 min |
NH 15 |
Transportation In Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh State Transport Service (APSTS)
The state-run bus service provider APSTS is one of the best ways to travel in and around Arunachal Pradesh. It provides the best coverage and connectivity to the state’s small and big cities and towns. The option varies between deluxe and semi-deluxe buses. The ordinary roadways buses also run from the major places in the state. You also get the option from private operators. Every village, town, and the city has its bus station. Therefore, you can easily find a bus to travel to other places in Arunachal Pradesh.
By Taxi
In major towns and cities, private and shared taxis are easily available. However, in small towns and villages, shared jeeps are available. They are considerably faster than buses and take up to 10 people at a time. For comfortable journeys, private taxis are the best option as you can stop for food and sightseeing at the places of your choice, which is not the scenario in a shared taxi ride.
By Car
The cities and towns of Arunachal Pradesh are well-connected with the national and state highways. The major highways that connect the state with other cities are NH 15, NH 13, NH 52, and NH 415. You can choose to drive on the mountain roads, which is not very easy. If you are not habitual in driving into the hill and do not have extensive driving experience, it is advisable to hire an experienced driver. The scenic vistas and panoramic views entice people to go on road trips in Arunachal Pradesh.
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