How to Reach

How to Reach

Zunheboto, located in central Nagaland, is a remote but well-connected district. Since it does not have its own airport or railway station, travelers must reach nearby transport hubs like Dimapur, Kohima, or Mokokchung and then continue their journey by road.

1. By Air  (Fastest Option)

The nearest airport to Zunheboto is Dimapur Airport (DMU), Nagaland, about 150 km away.

 Flights to Dimapur Airport (DMU)

✔ Direct Flights Available From:

• Kolkata (CCU) – Daily flights (IndiGo, Alliance Air)
• Guwahati (GAU) – Daily flights
• Delhi (DEL) – Limited flights

 From Dimapur Airport to Zunheboto

• By Private Taxi: ₹4,500–₹6,000 (6-7 hours)
• By Shared Taxi/Sumo: Available from Dimapur (~₹600-₹1,000 per person)

 Best Option: Fly to Dimapur, then take a shared sumo or taxi to Zunheboto.

2. By Train  (Cheapest Option)

The nearest railway station to Zunheboto is Dimapur Railway Station (150 km).

 Major Trains to Dimapur Railway Station (DMV):

 From Dimapur Railway Station to Zunheboto

• By Private Taxi: ₹4,500–₹6,000 (6-7 hours)
• By Shared Sumo: ₹600-₹1,000 per person (available at Dimapur sumo stand)

 Best Option: Take a train to Dimapur, then a shared sumo/taxi to Zunheboto.

3. By Road  (Scenic & Adventurous Option)

Zunheboto is well connected by National Highway 2 (NH2) to Nagaland’s major cities and Assam.

 Road Distances & Travel Time

 Bus & Shared Taxi Services

• Nagaland State Transport (NST) Buses: Limited services from Kohima, Mokokchung, and Dimapur.
• Shared Sumos: Common and affordable (~₹600-₹1,000 per person).
• Private Taxis: Expensive but comfortable (~₹4,500-₹6,000 from Dimapur).

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

4. Self-Drive & Road Conditions

✔ Dimapur to Zunheboto Road (NH2 & NH61) – Well-paved but with some hilly sections.
✔ Kohima to Zunheboto Road – Scenic, but with a few sharp turns.
✔ Mokokchung to Zunheboto Road – Smooth highway, ideal for a road trip.

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

 Final Travel Recommendation

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

With multiple travel options, reaching Zunheboto is easy and worth the journey!