What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Shillong?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Shillong is to drive which costs ₹19,000 - ₹28,000 and takes 29h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Shillong?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Shillong is to fly and bus which takes 10h 40m and costs ₹17,000 - ₹50,000.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Shillong?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Shillong is 1209 km. The road distance is 1706.8 km.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Shillong?

It takes approximately 10h 40m to get from Chiang Rai to Shillong, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai and Shillong?

Shillong is 1h 30m behind Chiang Rai. It is currently 1:37 PM in Chiang Rai and 12:07 PM in Shillong.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Shillong?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Shillong is 1707 km. It takes approximately 29h 10m to drive from Chiang Rai to Shillong.

Where can I stay near Shillong?

There are 293+ hotels available in Shillong.

Chiang Rai to Shillong - 2 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Shillong by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)plane CEI - GAU
2. Take the bus from Gauhati Airport to Shillongbus
10h 40m
₹17,609–49,683
Drive 1,706.8 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Shillongcar 1,706.8 km
29h 10m
₹18,989–27,428

Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) flights

16Weekly Planes

9h 21mAverage Duration

₹17,829Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Shillong.

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Distance: 1,208.9 km
Duration: 10h 40m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Shillong, India?

There is no direct connection from Chiang Rai to Shillong. However, you can take the taxi to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) airport, fly to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), walk to Gauhati Airport, then take the bus to Shillong. Alternatively, you can drive from Chiang Rai to Shillong in around 29h 10m.

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