How to Reach

How to Reach

Mon, the land of the Konyak Nagas, is one of Nagaland’s most remote and culturally rich districts. Since Mon does not have its own airport or railway station, travelers must reach nearby transport hubs in Assam or Nagaland and then continue their journey by road.

1. By Air  (Fastest Option)

The nearest airport to Mon is Dibrugarh Airport (DIB), Assam, about 130 km away.

 Flights to Dibrugarh Airport (DIB)

✔ Direct Flights Available From:

• Delhi (DEL) – Daily flights (IndiGo, Air India)
• Kolkata (CCU) – Daily flights (IndiGo, Air India)
• Guwahati (GAU) – Multiple flights daily

 From Dibrugarh Airport to Mon

• By Private Taxi: ₹4,000–₹6,000 (5-6 hours)
• By Shared Taxi/Sumo: Available at Dibrugarh (~₹600-₹1,000 per person)

 Best Option: Fly to Dibrugarh, then take a shared sumo or taxi to Mon.

2. By Train  (Cheapest Option)

The nearest railway station to Mon is Simaluguri Junction (Assam) (96 km).

 Major Trains to Simaluguri Junction (SLGR):

 From Simaluguri Junction to Mon

• By Private Taxi: ₹3,500–₹5,000 (4-5 hours)
• By Shared Sumo: ₹600-₹1,000 per person (available in Simaluguri town)

 Best Option: Take a train to Simaluguri, then a shared sumo/taxi to Mon.

3. By Road  (Scenic & Adventurous Option)

Mon is well connected by Nagaland State Highways and Assam’s National Highways.

 Road Distances & Travel Time

 Bus & Shared Taxi Services

• Nagaland State Transport (NST) Buses: Limited services from Dimapur, Kohima, and Mokokchung.
• Shared Sumos: Common and affordable (~₹600-₹1,000 per person).
• Private Taxis: Expensive but comfortable (~₹5,000-₹7,000 from Dibrugarh).

 Best Option: From Dibrugarh or Simaluguri, take a shared sumo for a budget-friendly ride.

4. Self-Drive & Road Conditions

✔ Dibrugarh to Mon Road – Mostly well-maintained, but with some hilly sections.
✔ Simaluguri to Mon Road – Good condition, but narrow in some parts.
✔ Dimapur/Kohima to Mon Road – Long and tiring, with rough patches.

 Best Option: Only self-drive if experienced with hill roads; otherwise, hire a local taxi.

 Final Travel Recommendation

• For Air Travelers: Fly to Dibrugarh Airport, then take a taxi or shared sumo.
• For Budget Travelers: Take a train to Simaluguri, then a shared sumo.
• For Road Travelers: Shared sumos are the cheapest and fastest way.

With multiple travel options, reaching Mon requires effort, but the cultural experience is worth the journey!