Chennai to Dimapur Distance
The road distance between Chennai and Dimapur is approximately 2950+ km, and the drive usually takes around 57 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Dimapur, with a total travel time of approximately 7 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.
Via Guwahati
RECOMMENDED
Chennai
Guwahati
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
8h 18m
₹10,555
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FASTEST
Chennai
Guwahati
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
6h 35m
₹13,276
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Chennai
Guwahati
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
2d 1h 51m
₹9,929
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Chennai
Guwahati
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
13h 50m
₹11,095
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Via Siliguri
CHEAPEST
Chennai
Siliguri
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
1d 22h 55m
₹1,190
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Via Rajahmundry, Guwahati
Chennai
Rajahmundry
Guwahati
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
2d 2h 53m
₹1,709
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Via Varanasi, Guwahati
Chennai
Varanasi
Guwahati
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
2d 7h 50m
₹5,295
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Direct Options
Chennai
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
2d 8h 27m
₹50,056
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Via Kolkata
Chennai
Kolkata
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
9h 45m
₹14,782
Onwards
Via Bangalore
Chennai
Bangalore
Dimapur
Approx Travel Time
7h 15m
₹18,887
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Chennai and Dimapur?
The distance between Chennai and Dimapur is approximately 2950+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Chennai and Dimapur?
The straight-line distance is approximately 2000+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Chennai to Dimapur by road?
It takes around 57 hours by road.
What is the distance from Chennai to Dimapur via Guwahati?
Via Guwahati, the distance is approximately 2150+ km, taking around 9 hours.
Does the distance from Chennai to Dimapur change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 2950+ km via the direct route to 2150+ km via Guwahati, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Chennai and Dimapur vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Chennai and Dimapur?
The driving distance is 2950+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 2000+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
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