Reaching Imphal is convenient, with many travel options, including air, train, and road. The fastest way is by air, with Imphal Airport offering regular flights from major Indian cities. However, choosing the best way depends on distance and your preferences. Its history, culture, and nature attract tourists from all over the globe. When you book your Imphal tour packages with Indian Holiday, you do not have to worry about transportation. We ensure you get a hassle-free vacation in this town. For a complete guide on How to reach Imphal, check out the details below.
How to reach Imphal by Air (Flight):
Tulihal Airport, or Imphal Airport, also known as Bir Tikendrajit International Airport, or whatever you want to call it, is the nearest airport to Imphal. It is about 8 km away from the city. Regular flights connect Imphal to other important cities of the country, such as Dimapur, Aizawl, Agartala, Silchar, Kolkata, Bangalore, Guwahati, and Delhi. After reaching the airport, you will find multiple transport options to reach your desired destination in Imphal.
Travel by Flight |
Travel Time |
Distance |
Airport |
Delhi to Imphal |
3 h, 50 min |
1713 km |
Indira Gandhi International Airport |
Guwahati to Imphal |
1 h, 55 min |
269 km |
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport |
Bangalore to Imphal |
8 h + 1 stop |
2156 km |
Kempegowda International Airport |
Agartala to Imphal |
4 h, 10 min + 1 stop |
290 km |
Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport |
Aizawl to Imphal |
45 min |
173 km |
Lengpui Airport |
Kolkata to Imphal |
55 min |
615 km |
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport |
Silchar to Imphal |
6 h, 20 min + 1 stop |
115 km |
Silchar Airport |
Dimapur to Imphal |
40 min |
125 km |
Dimapur Airport |
How to reach Imphal by Rail (Train):
Imphal does not have its own railway station,, and Dimapur railway station is the nearest railhead to it. Located about 200 km away from Imphal, Dimapur train station is well-connected to the major cities of Nagaland and others like Jorhat, Guwahati, Kolkata, and Kamakhya through Jttn Intercity, Ghy Intercity, and Jan Shatabdi Express. You can use public transport services like bus or taxi to Imphal from Dimapur station. However, Jiribam Railway Station is another railway station, around 220 km from Imphal, with similar road connectivity.
Travel by Train |
Travel Time |
Distance |
Railway Station |
Jorhat to Dimapur |
3 days, 10 min |
132 km |
Jorhat Town Railway Station |
Guwahati to Dimapur |
5 h, 29 min |
280 km |
Guwahati Railway Station |
Kolkata to Dimapur |
1 day, 5 h |
1287 km |
Kolkata Railway Station |
Kamakhya to Dimapur |
5 h, 43 min |
287 km |
Kamakhya Junction |
How to reach Imphal by Road (Taxi, Buses):
Take public transport to reach Imphal. You can also use the Imphal State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) and other private buses. The state has a great network of roads and is well-connected with nearby states of North East India, including Shillong, Dimapur, Kohima, Aizawl, Silchar, Agartala, and Itanagar. Tourists can even rent a private taxi depending on their requirements and comfort.
Location |
Time |
Distance |
Kohima to Imphal |
3 h, 57 min |
137 km |
Shillong to Imphal |
13 h, 24 min |
546 km |
Aizawl to Imphal |
12 h, 59 min |
401 km |
Agartala to Imphal |
16 h, 06 min |
538 km |
Silchar to Imphal |
8 h, 07 min |
253 km |
Itanagar to Imphal |
14 h, 44 min |
464 km |
Dimapur to Imphal |
5 h, 58 min |
204 km |
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