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Shillong to Mawlynnong: is it worth the trip?

Distance, travel time, day trip or overnight — and how to fit Mawlynnong into a Shillong holiday.

Mawlynnong
Distance90 km
By road~2.75 hrs
Best asDay trip

Why go to Mawlynnong

Asia's cleanest village and a single-decker root bridge. A Khasi village known for its cleanliness, bamboo skywalk and nearby root bridge.

Is it worth it?

If you have three days in Shillong, Mawlynnong fits in as a relaxed day trip without cutting into the city. With two days, we'd keep to Shillong itself.

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Questions travellers ask

How far is Mawlynnong from Shillong?

About 90 km — roughly 2.75 hours by road.

Can I do Mawlynnong as a day trip from Shillong?

Yes. Mawlynnong works well as a day trip — leave after breakfast and you're back in Shillong by evening.

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