By Air
Fly to Dimapur Airport (DMU), located close to the city. It is the quickest way to reach Dimapur for most long-distance travellers.
How to Reach Dimapur by Air, Train & Road
Dimapur is one of the main entry points to Nagaland, with both an airport and a major railway station. You can also reach the city by road from Guwahati, Kohima, Imphal and other parts of Northeast India.
Arrival overview
How to reach Dimapur at a glance
By Train
Dimapur Railway Station is the main rail gateway for Nagaland, with connections through Guwahati and other major rail routes.
By Road
Dimapur is connected by road with Kohima, Guwahati, Imphal and other Northeast destinations. Taxis, private cars and buses are commonly used.
Starting a Nagaland journey
Dimapur → Kohima → onward Nagaland
Many Nagaland itineraries begin in Dimapur, then continue by road to Kohima and other hill destinations. Keep enough time between your flight or train arrival and the onward drive, especially during the monsoon and busy festival periods.
1. ArriveReach Dimapur by flight, train or road.
2. TransferContinue by private car, taxi or bus.
3. ContinueTravel onward to Kohima, Dzukou Valley and other parts of Nagaland.
Route details
By air, train and road
Reaching Dimapur by Air
Dimapur Airport is the main commercial airport serving Nagaland. Travellers can use scheduled flights and connecting services from major Indian cities. Taxis and private transfers are available for Dimapur city and onward journeys to Kohima.
Plan aroundKeep enough time between your flight arrival and any same-day road transfer.
Reaching Dimapur by Train
Dimapur Railway Station is the major railhead for Nagaland. It is connected through the Northeast Frontier Railway network with Guwahati and long-distance routes from other parts of India.
The station is within Dimapur, making hotel transfers and onward road journeys easy to arrange.
Plan aroundCheck your train arrival time before arranging the onward drive into the hills.
Reaching Dimapur by Road
Dimapur is connected with Kohima by NH 29 and has road links with Guwahati, Imphal and other destinations across Northeast India.
Private cars, taxis and buses are available. Travel times can vary with traffic, rain and road conditions.
Plan aroundAllow extra time for longer Northeast road journeys rather than planning only by distance.
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Curated itineraries
Nagaland tours that connect with Dimapur
Dzukou Valley Trekking Tour
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Nagaland attraction questions
Answers before you travel to Dimapur
What is the easiest way to reach Dimapur?
Flying to Dimapur Airport is usually the quickest option for long-distance travellers. Dimapur can also be reached directly by train and by road from nearby Northeast destinations.
Does Dimapur have an airport?
Yes. Dimapur Airport serves the city and is the main commercial air gateway for Nagaland. Taxis and private transfers are available from the airport.
Does Dimapur have a railway station?
Yes. Dimapur Railway Station is the principal railhead for Nagaland and is connected with Guwahati and long-distance railway routes.
How do I travel from Dimapur to Kohima?
Kohima is around 70 km from Dimapur and is reached by road via NH 29. Private cars, shared taxis and buses are available. Travel time can vary with traffic and road conditions.
Can I reach Dimapur by road from Guwahati?
Yes. Dimapur is connected with Guwahati by road through Assam. A private car or organised transfer is the more comfortable option for travellers continuing into Nagaland.
Do I need an Inner Line Permit for Nagaland?
Travellers from outside Nagaland should check and obtain the applicable permit before travel. The Government of Nagaland provides an online ILP system for tourists.
Arriving in Dimapur?
Use Dimapur as the starting point and choose a Nagaland itinerary with practical onward travel.