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How to Reach

Phek, a beautiful district in eastern Nagaland, is known for its pristine lakes, lush green hills, and rich tribal culture. Since it does not have its own airport or railway station, travelers must reach nearby transport hubs like Dimapur or Kohima and continue their journey by road.

 

1. By Air  (Fastest Option)

The nearest airport to Phek is Dimapur Airport (DMU), Nagaland, about 270 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 Phek

  • By Private Taxi: ₹5,000–₹7,000 (8-9 hours)
  • By Shared Taxi/Sumo: Available from Dimapur (~₹800-₹1,200 per person)

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

 

2. By Train  (Cheapest Option)

The nearest railway station to Phek is Dimapur Railway Station (270 km).

 Major Trains to Dimapur Railway Station (DMV):

Train Name

Route

Travel Time

Frequency

Rajdhani Express

Delhi → Guwahati → Dimapur

35-40 hrs

Daily

Kamrup Express

Kolkata → Dimapur

24 hrs

Daily

Dibrugarh Express

Guwahati → Dimapur

5-6 hrs

Daily

 From Dimapur Railway Station to Phek

  • By Private Taxi: ₹5,000–₹7,000 (8-9 hours)
  • By Shared Sumo: ₹800-₹1,200 per person (available at Dimapur sumo stand)

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

 

3. By Road  (Scenic & Adventurous Option)

Phek is well connected by National Highway 29 (NH29) and NH202.

 Road Distances & Travel Time

City

Distance

Travel Time

Mode

Dimapur

270 km

8-9 hrs

Taxi/Shared Sumo

Kohima

145 km

5-6 hrs

Taxi/Sumo

Zunheboto

115 km

5-6 hrs

Taxi/Sumo

Mokokchung

180 km

7-8 hrs

Taxi/Sumo

 Bus & Shared Taxi Services

  • Nagaland State Transport (NST) Buses: Limited services from Dimapur & Kohima.
  • Shared Sumos: Common and affordable (~₹800-₹1,200 per person).
  • Private Taxis: Expensive but comfortable (~₹5,000-₹7,000 from Dimapur).

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

 

4. Self-Drive & Road Conditions

✔ Dimapur to Phek Road (NH29 & NH202) – Winding and hilly, but well-maintained.
✔ Kohima to Phek Road – Smooth in some sections, but narrow and curvy in parts.
✔ Mokokchung to Phek Road – Long and scenic, but with some 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 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 Phek is easy and worth the journey!