How To Reach Tamenglong

How to Reach Tamenglong, Manipur

By Flight

The nearest airport to Tamenglong is the Imphal Airport (IMF), also known as Bir Tikendrajit International Airport. It is approximately 150 km from Tamenglong and can be reached by road.

By Train

Manipur does not have a direct train connection due to its hilly terrain. The nearest railway station is in Dimapur (DMV), Nagaland, which is around 215 km from Tamenglong. Another nearby station is at Jiribam, Manipur. From these stations, travelers can take a cab or bus to reach Tamenglong.

By Road

Tamenglong can be accessed by road from Imphal via the National Highway 37. The roads, however, can be steep and winding due to the mountainous terrain.

How to Reach Tamenglong from India's Top 10 Cities by Road, Flight, and Train

Please note that for all these cities, travelers would typically fly or take a train to Imphal or Dimapur and then continue by road to Tamenglong.

1. New Delhi:
   • By Flight: Take a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imphal Airport, and then take a cab or bus to Tamenglong.
   • By Train: Take a train to Dimapur railway station or Guwahati railway station and then take a connecting train to Jiribam or hire a cab from Dimapur.
   • By Road: Approximately 2,450 km; a road trip is not commonly recommended due to the significant distance.
2. Mumbai:
   • By Flight: Take a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to Imphal Airport. Continue by road to Tamenglong.
   • By Train: Similar to New Delhi, take a train to Dimapur or Guwahati and then proceed by road or railway.
   • By Road: Around 3,200 km; a very long drive, generally considered impractical.
3. Kolkata:
   • By Flight: Take a direct flight to Imphal from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, and then proceed by road to Tamenglong.
   • By Train: Trains to Dimapur or Guwahati, followed by road transport to Tamenglong, are available.
   • By Road: Approximately 1,350 km. Possible stopovers include Siliguri and Guwahati.
4. Chennai:
   • By Flight: Fly from Chennai International Airport to Imphal Airport, then travel by road to Tamenglong.
   • By Train: Board a train to Dimapur or Guwahati, followed by a road journey.
   • By Road: Roughly 3,050 km; a long journey with potential stops in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal.
5. Bangalore:
   • By Flight: Take a flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Imphal, then proceed by road.
   • By Train: Opt for a train to Guwahati and then head to Tamenglong by cab or bus.
   • By Road: Around 3,450 km; an arduous route often avoided due to distance.
6. Hyderabad:
   • By Flight: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport offers flights to Imphal. Continue to Tamenglong by road.
   • By Train: Take a train to Guwahati or Dimapur and then a cab or bus.
   • By Road: The distance is approximately 2,900 km and is not typically recommended due to the long travel time.
7. Ahmedabad:
   • By Flight: Fly from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport to Imphal and then proceed by road.
   • By Train: Travel to Guwahati or Dimapur by train, then take a road vehicle.
   • By Road: Nearly 2,900 km; a very challenging road trip that is usually avoided.
8. Pune:
   • By Flight: Flights from Pune Airport to Imphal Airport are available, followed by a road trip.
   • By Train: Catch a train to Dimapur or Guwahati, then travel by road.
   • By Road: Around 3,100 km; due to the distance, this is rarely undertaken as a road trip.
9. Jaipur:
   • By Flight: Travel from Jaipur International Airport to Imphal and then take a cab or bus.
   • By Train: Board a train to Guwahati or Dimapur and then travel by road.
   • By Road: About 2,450 km; not a preferred route due to the extensive distance.
10. Surat:
    • By Flight: Flights are available from Surat International Airport to Imphal, followed by a road journey to Tamenglong.
    • By Train: Take a train to a nearer railway station such as Guwahati or Dimapur and proceed by road.
    • By Road: The distance is roughly 2,800 km, usually too long for a road trip.

For those traveling by road from any city, it is crucial to plan the trip meticulously, considering the long distances and the condition of roads, especially as you approach the hilly regions of Manipur. It is often advisable to cover the major part of the journey by train or flight and then switch to road transport when closer to the destination.