How to reach Manas National Park
Reaching Manas National Park via Air, Rail and Road
By Air
Nearest Airport : Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Borjhar, Guwahati, Assam 781015
Distance : Basbari Range : 137 KM, Bhuyanpara Range : 147 KM.
By Rail
Nearest Railway Station : Barpeta Road railway station, Borjhar, Barpeta Road, Assam 781315
Distance : Basbari Range : 20 KM, Bhuyanpara Range : 30 KM.
By Bus
Nearest Bus Stand : Simlaguri Bus Stop, Simlaguri, Barpeta Road, Assam 781313
Distance : Basbari Range : 20 KM, Bhuyanpara Range : 30 KM.
To reach Manas National Park by air, the closest airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) in Guwahati, Assam, which is approximately 176 km away from the National park.
Here’s how you can plan your journey:
- Fly to Guwahati (GAU): You can take a flight to Guwahati from major cities in India like Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bangalore, and others. The airport has regular domestic flights from various cities.
- Travel from Guwahati to Manas National Park:
- By car/taxi: After landing in Guwahati, you can hire a taxi or car to reach Manas National Park, which takes about 3 to 4 hours .
- By train: Alternatively, you can take a train from Guwahati Railway Station to the nearby station, Barpeta Road, and then take a taxi or a local vehicle to the park.
The nearest railway station to Manas National Park is Barpeta Road Railway Station (BBX), which is about 20-25 km away from the park.
Here’s how you can reach Manas National Park from Barpeta Road Railway Station:
- From Barpeta Road Railway Station to Manas National Park:
- By Taxi/Car: After arriving at Barpeta Road station, you can hire a taxi or a private car to reach the park. It will take about 30 to 45 minutes to cover the distance.
- Local Transport: You may also find local transport like shared cabs or auto-e-rickshaws, though hiring a taxi is generally more convenient for tourists.