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How to Reach

Tuensang, located in eastern Nagaland, is a remote yet culturally significant district. Since it does not have its own airport or railway station, travelers must reach nearby transport hubs in Assam or Nagaland and continue their journey by road.

 

1. By Air  (Fastest Option)

The nearest airport to Tuensang is Jorhat Airport (JRH), Assam, about 270 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 Tuensang

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

 Best Option: Fly to Jorhat, then take a shared sumo or taxi to Tuensang.

 

2. By Train  (Cheapest Option)

The nearest railway station to Tuensang is Mariani Junction (260 km, 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 Tuensang

  • By Private Taxi: ₹5,000–₹7,000 (7-8 hours)
  • By Shared Sumo: ₹800-₹1,200 per person (available in Mariani town)

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

 

3. By Road  (Scenic & Adventurous Option)

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

 Road Distances & Travel Time

City

Distance

Travel Time

Mode

Mokokchung

85 km

3-4 hrs

Taxi/Shared Sumo

Kohima

269 km

8-9 hrs

Taxi/Sumo

Dimapur

320 km

9-10 hrs

Taxi/Sumo

Jorhat (Assam)

270 km

8-9 hrs

Taxi/Sumo

 Bus & Shared Taxi Services

  • Nagaland State Transport (NST) Buses: Limited service from Kohima, Mokokchung, and Dimapur.
  • Shared Sumos: Common and affordable (~₹800-₹1,200 per person).
  • Private Taxis: Expensive but comfortable (~₹6,000-₹8,000 from Dimapur).

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

 

4. Self-Drive & Road Conditions

✔ Jorhat to Tuensang Road (NH2) – Mostly well-maintained but with some rough patches.
✔ Mokokchung to Tuensang Road – Narrow and hilly, drive carefully.
✔ Kohima to Tuensang Road – Long and winding, but scenic.

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

 

 Final Travel Recommendation

  • For Air Travelers: Fly to Jorhat Airport, then take a taxi or shared sumo.
  • 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 Tuensang requires some effort, but the journey is worth it for the cultural experience!