Mizoram is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in northeast India. The tourist place offers abundant green hills, picturesque landscapes, dense forests, waterfalls, and most attractive cultural experiences. The capital city, Aizawl, provides stunning views of the surrounding mountains that attract all of the tourists every year. The article is about how to visit Mizoram by train and Kolkata to Mizoram train time tables.
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How to Visit Mizoram by Train
If you want to travel to Mizoram, several options are
there, like by train, by bus, and by flight. Finally, Sairang is connected with
the Indian railway on 13/09/2025. So, you can come to Mizoram from other parts
of India. This is the easiest way to reach Aizawl, the capital city of the
hilly destinations. Kolkata is the main gateway of the northeast, and it is
well connected with northeastern states. At present Silchar, Guwahati, Kolkata,
and Delhi are directly connected with Mizoram. So, if you are from another
state, you will arrive at one of the four locations from your home.
You need an Inner Line Pass to visit Mizoram. In
Sairang railway station, on platform number 1. You will find a counter, and you
can easily get 7-days permit at Rs.350. For the permit, necessary documents
like ID proof and 2 copy photograph (passport size). You can also apply online
for permit to visit the tourist places.
Delhi to Mizoram Train
Every Sunday you will get the Sairang Rajdani Express
(22508) from New Delhi to Mizoram. The Rajdhani Express departs at 7:50 PM from
Anand Vihar Terminal (Delhi) and reach Sairang Railway Station at 3:15 PM the next
day. The entire journey takes 42 hours, and the distance covered is 2520 km to
reach the hill station.
Kolkata to Mizoram Train
Kolkata-Siren Express (13125) is the best option to
travel from Kolkata to Mizoram. The Sairang Express departs from platform 1 of
Howrah Railway Station at 12:25 PM every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday for
Mizoram. The total journey distance is 1484 km and takes 31 hours and 20 minutes.
The express reached Sairang railway station at Platform No. 1 at 7:45 pm the
next day. The minimum speed is 47 km/hour and the maximum speed is 110 km/hour.
Kolkata to Mizoram Train
Train fare will be General Rs.330, Sleeper Class Rs.640,
3rd AC Rs.1700, and 2nd AC Rs.2450.
(It may be vary according to train and timing when you buy tickets)
Kolkata-Sairang Express train will stop at a total of 24 stations.
The stations where the train stops: Howrah Station (Departure),
Naihati Junction, Krishnanagar City Junction, Berhampore Kort, Murshidabad
Junction, Azimgang Junction, Jangipur Road, New Farakka Junction, Malda Town,
Kishanganj, New Jalpaiguri Junction, New Coochbehar, Tufanganj, Golakganj Junction, Gauripur, Bilasipara, Abhayapuri, Goalpara Town,
Kamakhya JN, Guwahati, Hojai, New Haflong, Badarpur JN, Hailakandi, Bairabi,
Sairang(destination).
Mizoram to Kolkata Train
If you want to go Kolkata from Mizoram, you will find the
Sairang-Kolkata Terminal Express (13126) from Sailang Railway Station. The
train departs every Monday, Thursday, and Friday at 7:15 AM from the Sairang railway
station, located 22 kilometers away from the capital city Aizawl. The express
will take 31 hours and 15 minutes to reach Kolkata at 2:30 PM the next day.
Sairang to Aizwal
Sairang to Aizawl distance is 22 kms. You will find a shared
taxi (or you can also reserve a taxi) to reach Aizawl, and it takes 1 hour and 10
minutes.
FAQ
- What is the best time to visit Mizoram?
- The winter season, like October to April, is the best time to visit the tourist destination. Pleasant weather and cool temperatures make it ideal for exploring natural beauty and cultural experiences. Try to avoid monsoon season, due to heavy rainfall in the northeast.
Read More: How to apply inner line permit to
visit Mizoram.