People search for a car rental in Shillong, so we should say clearly how ours works. Our pickup and return are at Maligaon in Guwahati, from 7 AM. We don't have a pickup in Shillong. You collect the car in Guwahati and drive up.
The drive
Shillong is about 100 km from Guwahati, 3 to 4 hours on NH6 via Nongpoh and Umiam Lake. Cherrapunji is about 55 km further on. The Guwahati to Shillong route guide has the road and the stops, and a 5-day Meghalaya family road trip in a 7-seater shows how a longer trip runs.
On the hill road
In fog, slow down, keep your headlights on low beam and focus on the white line. Driving in Northeast India: hill road tips has more. The car is a manual, so it suits someone who drives one regularly.
What it costs
| One day | ₹2,799 |
| Three days | ₹8,397 |
| Distance included | 900 km in three days |
We don't take a security deposit on the vehicle. Instead we collect a deposit covering a full tank of fuel, and settle it when you return the car. The Suzuki Ertiga 7-seater has 7 seats, climate-control AC and FASTag. The Shillong trip car page has the booking.
If you'd rather not drive
A car with a driver for Meghalaya picks you up and handles the hill road. Self-drive or car with a driver? compares the two on cost and comfort.
Our self-drive car
No vehicle deposit
FAQs
Do you have a pickup in Shillong? No. Pickup and return are at Maligaon in Guwahati, from 7 AM. On request, we can hand over and collect the car at Guwahati airport for an extra fee.
Is the car manual or automatic? Manual, with a 1.5-litre petrol engine.
How far is Cherrapunji from Shillong? About 55 km. Plan it as a day trip from Shillong, or add a day.
Can I take the car beyond Meghalaya? Yes. All our vehicles may go to Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Arunachal and Nagaland need an Inner Line Permit, and we help you apply.
The information in this post is indicative. Final terms and policies are discussed and confirmed when you take the vehicle on rent.
