Self-drive route guide · 220+ km from Guwahati
Guwahati to Kaziranga by self-drive car or bike
Kaziranga, home to two-thirds of the world's one-horned rhinos, is close enough to Guwahati that driving yourself makes real sense: about 4–5 hours of easy highway at your own pace.
- Distance
- 220+ km
- Drive time
- About 4–5 hours
- Route
- Guwahati → Nagaon → Kohora (Kaziranga) on NH27
The route and where to stop
Here's the route, how to time it so you catch a safari on arrival day, and which of our rentals suits it. Your rental stays at the park gate; safaris are in the park's own jeeps or on elephants.
Guwahati (Maligaon)
Pick up your rental at our Maligaon location, about 2 km from Kamakhya station.
Nagaon110 km
About two hours of flat highway from Guwahati: the natural halfway break for breakfast or tea.
Kohora (Central Range)220+ km
The main base for Kaziranga, with stays, safari bookings and the Central Range gate. Arrive by early afternoon for an afternoon safari.
Tea estates around Kaziranga
Worth a slow drive or a visit between safaris; they're a big part of the landscape here.
What the road is like
It's flat highway almost all the way, with trucks and town traffic in places. The first stretch to Nagaon is about 110 km and just over two hours.
Drive in daylight where you can, especially on the return, when visibility and traffic are more predictable. Keep to the posted speed limits near the park: wildlife crosses the road here.
Which rental for Guwahati to Kaziranga?
By self-drive car
Our pick for Kaziranga.
- Suzuki Ertiga (7-Seater)₹2,800/day
- AC that matters on the long, hot highway stretch through the Assam plains.
- Room for the family, binoculars and camera gear.
- Leave Guwahati by 7 or 8 AM to make an afternoon safari on arrival day.
By bike
Possible, but a long haul for a weekend.
- Yamaha FZ₹1,000/day
- Honda SP 125₹1,000/day
- Bajaj Pulsar N160₹1,200/day
- Over 220 km each way on hot, flat highway: fine for experienced riders with a few days.
- Your bike stays at the park gate, so you'll still need the park's jeep for the safari.
Real photos
Our vehicles, as you'll get them
Best time to go
- November to April
- The park is open and wildlife viewing is best. Peak season, so book safaris ahead.
- Monsoon months
- The park closes during the monsoon floods, when wildlife moves to higher ground. Check the reopening date before you plan.
A two-day Kaziranga trip from Guwahati
Day 1
Leave Guwahati by 7–8 AM, break at Nagaon, and reach Kohora by early afternoon for an afternoon safari.
Day 2
Early morning safari, when animals are most active and the light is best. Visit a tea estate, then drive back to Guwahati in daylight.
Fuel, permits and what to carry
- Self-drive vehicles aren't allowed inside the park: park at the gate and take the official jeep or elephant safari.
- Book safari slots ahead between November and April; morning slots fill first.
- No permit is needed. Carry your driving license and an ID.
- Fuel up in Guwahati; there are pumps along the highway, but don't run low.
Guwahati to Kaziranga: questions & answers
How far is Kaziranga from Guwahati?
A little over 220 km, about 4 to 5 hours on NH27 via Nagaon.
Can I drive my rental car into Kaziranga National Park?
No. Self-drive vehicles aren't permitted inside the park. Leave your car near the gate and take the park's official safari jeep or an elephant safari.
Is a bike or a car better for Kaziranga?
A car, for most people: it's a long, hot, flat highway where AC and space matter. A bike works for experienced riders with a few days to spare.
When is Kaziranga open?
The best time is November to April. The park closes during the monsoon floods, so check the reopening date if you're planning around the start or end of the season.
Rental terms (documents, deposit, km limit, late returns) are on the self-drive rentals page.
Plan the rest of your trip
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Pick up in Guwahati
Every rental starts and ends at our Maligaon location, about 2 km from Kamakhya station and 10 km from the airport.
RedPanda Travels — Bike and Car Rental
Jonaki Path, Bylane 3, Sati Jaymati Nagar, Maligaon, near Basundhara Apartments, Guwahati, Assam 781011