Travel and Stay Information
Travel information
By Air
The nearest airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), located approximately 22 km from IIT Guwahati.
The airport is well connected to major cities including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, and Bhubaneswar, along with extensive connectivity within the North-East region.
Airlines operating include Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, Akasa Air, SpiceJet, and Alliance Air.
Airport to Campus
- App-based taxis: Uber, Ola
- Prepaid taxis available at the airport
Travel Time: 45–60 minutes
Approximate Fare: ₹700–₹800
By Train
Nearest railway stations:
- Kamakhya Railway Station (KYQ) – ~13 km
- Guwahati Railway Station (GHY) – ~20 km
Both stations are well connected via taxis, auto-rickshaws, and buses.
GHY is the main Northeast rail hub with connectivity to West Bengal, New Delhi, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, and more.
Train details: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
Note: Link is for reference only.
Accommodation
On-Campus (Preferred)
Limited accommodation is available inside IIT Guwahati on payment basis (for participants, subject to availability):
- Institute Guest House
- Student hostels
Priority may be given to invited speakers, session chairs, and early-registered participants.
Nearby Hotels (Off-Campus Options)
Participants may also choose to stay in hotels near the campus or in the city:
Travel time to campus: 20–45 minutes, depending on location
General Advice
- Plan travel and accommodation in advance
- Prefer app-based taxis for reliable transport
- Carry valid ID for campus entry
- Keep buffer time for traffic and travel delays