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How to Reach

Mokokchung, known as the "Cultural Capital of Nagaland," is well-connected by road but does not have its own airport or railway station. The nearest entry points are in Assam, making it accessible via a combination of flights, trains, and road travel.

 

1. By Air  (Fastest Option)

The nearest airport to Mokokchung is Jorhat Airport (JRH), Assam, about 105 km away.

 Flights to Jorhat Airport (JRH)

✔ Direct Flights Available From:

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

 From Jorhat Airport to Mokokchung

  • By Taxi: Private taxis available (~₹2,500-₹3,500, 3-4 hours).
  • By Shared Taxi/Sumo: Available at Jorhat town (~₹400-₹500 per person).
  • By Bus: Limited services, better to take a shared taxi.

 Best Option: Fly to Jorhat, then take a taxi to Mokokchung.

 

2. By Train  (Cheapest Option)

The nearest railway station to Mokokchung is Mariani Junction (85 km) in Assam.

 Major Trains to Mariani Junction (MXN):

Train Name

Route

Travel Time

Frequency

Rajdhani Express

Delhi → Guwahati → Mariani

35-40 hrs

Daily

Kamrup Express

Kolkata → Mariani

24 hrs

Daily

Dibrugarh Express

Guwahati → Mariani

5-6 hrs

Daily

 From Mariani Junction to Mokokchung

  • By Taxi: Private taxis (~₹2,000-₹3,000, 3-4 hours).
  • By Shared Sumo: Available (~₹400-₹500 per person).

 Best Option: Take a train to Mariani, then a shared sumo/taxi to Mokokchung.

 

3. By Road  (Scenic & Adventurous Option)

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

 Road Distances & Travel Time

City

Distance

Travel Time

Mode

Jorhat (Assam)

105 km

3-4 hrs

Taxi/Bus

Mariani (Assam)

85 km

3-4 hrs

Taxi/Sumo

Dimapur

210 km

6-7 hrs

Taxi/Bus

Kohima

162 km

5-6 hrs

Taxi/Sumo

Imphal

357 km

9-10 hrs

Taxi/Bus

 Bus & Shared Taxi Services

  • Nagaland State Transport (NST) Buses: Limited service from Dimapur, Kohima, and Jorhat.
  • Shared Sumos: Common and affordable (~₹400-₹600 per person).
  • Private Taxis: Available but expensive (~₹3,500-₹5,000 from Dimapur).

 Best Option: From Assam (Jorhat/Mariani), take a shared sumo for a budget-friendly ride.

 

4. Self-Drive & Road Conditions

✔ Jorhat to Mokokchung Road (NH2) – Well-maintained, scenic drive.
✔ Dimapur to Mokokchung Road – Steep & winding roads, but manageable.
✔ Kohima to Mokokchung Road – Curvy mountain roads; drive cautiously.

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

Travel Recommendation

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

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