Dibrugarh Travel Essentials

Rating:

 
5.0 /5 (17 ratings) Rate This Destination

Weather:

Ideal duration: 1 day

Best Time: October to March Read More

Planning a Trip? Ask Your Question

"Tea city of India"

Dibrugarh Tourism

Dibrugarh is the largest city of Assam located 439 km from Guwahati. A major city in the northeastern region of India in line with cities like Guwahati and Bhubaneswar, Dibrugarh is the emerging communication and industrial hub of North East India. Dibrugarh has an airport that is well-connected with major Indian cities.

Deriving its name from the word "Dibrumukha", the name of the river 'Dibru' with the word 'mukh' meaning mouth, Dibrugarh, is a city and is the headquarters of the Dibrugarh district in the state of Assam in India. Dibrugarh is also one of the two main cities in the state of Assam to receive urban development aid from the Asian Development Bank and is the nerve centre of industry, communication and healthcare of the upper Assam region. The city of Dibrugarh is emerging as a popular destination for business and leisure trips for tourists from India and abroad. This city is loaded with nature and culture and is the destination to unwind yourself.

Buridihing, a tributary of Brahmaputra, divides the Dibrugarh district from east-to-west. Buridihing flows through Naharkatia and Khowang, and at a later stage in its course, Buridihing acts as a divider between Dibrugarh and Sivasagar districts. This beautiful city is the gateway to the three tea-producing districts of Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, and Sivasagar. These three areas account for approximately 50% of India's Assam tea crop, and this gives Dibrugarh the rightly earned sobriquet as the "Tea City of India". Oil and timber are the other two big industries in and around Dibrugarh. Bogbeel Bridge - The longest train cum road bridge is located here.

Top Hotels In Dibrugarh

More on Dibrugarh Travel

Tea City of India

Located on the banks of the river Dibru, a tributary of the Brahmaputra, Dibrugarh is considered to be the largest tea producer in the country. Rich in natural reserves, Dibrugarh is a perfect blend of natural beauty, tradition and culture. Gurgling rivers, lush greenery and sprawling tea gardens make Dibrugarh a paradise for nature lovers. The region has gained a lot of attention in recent times for the thrilling adventure activities it offers. Dibrugarh has several delights for tea lovers as well.

Restaurants and Local Food in Dibrugarh

Assamese cuisine is known for techniques and styles like drying and fermenting and the use of fresh vegetables and lots of fishes from its ponds and rivers. The main ingredient here is the rice. This cuisine is known for its very little use of spices, little cooking and strong flavors. They use a wide variety of fish, duck, squab etc. Here the must tries are bhaat (rice) with dal (lentils), masor jool (fish curry), with mangso (meat curry). Fish curries made of rou, illish, or chitol are the most favorite. If not a curry, simply fried fish. Birds like ducks and pigeon are also used in dishes. Pork and Mutton dishes are mainly popular among the younger generation
View Top Restaurants in Dibrugarh

Suggested Itinerary for Dibrugarh

Day 1- Start off your tour with a visit to a tea processing centre. Fill your afternoon with a cruise down the Brahmaputra. Visit a silk weaving centre in the evening.
Day 2-  Enjoy a picnic in Dibru-Saikhowa National Park.
Day 3- Indulge in some adventure activities.
NOTE: Tourists may also visit Digboi or Sibsagar.

Best Time to Visit Dibrugarh

How to Reach Dibrugarh

How to Reach Overview

Dibrugarh is well connected to major cities of India via airways and railways. There are regular buses connecting cities in the North East to Dibrugarh. Dibrugarh is approximately at a distance of 443.2 kms from Guwahati. 

How to reach Dibrugarh by flight

The Dibrugarh Airport is the main airport in the city.The nearest international airport, Guwahati is well connected to all major cities of India. Pawan Hans provides helicopter services from other North Eastern cities to Dibrugarh.

How to reach Dibrugarh by road

There are daily bus services are available from Guwahati, Jorhat, Tezpur Lakhimpur, Digbo, Kohima etc. to Dibrugarh. Also, there are taxi services available. 

How to reach Dibrugarh by train

Dibrugarh has two railway stations - the historic Dibrugarh Town station (DBRT), which is the first railway station in the entire North - East India and the newly built Dibrugarh station (DBRG). Dibrugarh is well connected to various parts of the country. Dibrugarh is the only non- capital city in India to have the Rajdhani Express originating from and terminating in it. Travelling to Dibrugarh via train offers a beautiful view of the hilly surroundings and is a rejuvenating experience. 

Train from Guwahati to Dibrugarh takes around 11 hours. There are several trains commuting from Guwahati to Dibrugarh. Ticket estimate is roughly 900 INR. Few popular trains are Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Brahmaputra mail etc.

How to reach Dibrugarh by bus

By road, in a car, it takes roughly 6 and a half hours to reach Dibrugarh from Guwahati. Although the fuel prices may easily escalate to 3000 INR. The same journey in a hired taxi is going to cost you around 8000 INR.

You can also take a bus from Guwahati. Volvo or AC seater buses are recommended for a comfortable journey; they operate mostly during the night- 6 PM onwards. The entire journey is going to take 9 hours approx. and will cost close to 600 INR. It is advisable to book the tickets online (or from the ticket counter) well in advance to avoid any hustle. In case of emergencies or unavailability of confirmed tickets, there are roadways buses running throughout the day but the expected hours of arrival may vary and your journey will necessarily not be comfortable.

Local transport in Dibrugarh

Rickshaws are, by far, the best modes of intercity transport, which are easily available and that too at very low rates. You can get auto as well as cycle rickshaws within the cities, from which you can choose one depending upon the distance to be covered as well as the budget in hand. The city bus that covers the whole region, is also a popular choice, though usually operates only in the day time. There are taxi services as well.

Most frequently searched routes to Dibrugarh

Route Name Distance Time
Kolkata to Dibrugarh 1,390 km 1 day 5 hours
Delhi to Dibrugarh 2,318 km 1 day 16 hours
Hyderabad to Dibrugarh 2,855 km 2 days 4 hours
Amritsar to Dibrugarh 2,750 km 1 day 22 hours
Chandigarh to Dibrugarh 2,546 km 1 day 19 hours
Chennai to Dibrugarh 3,036 km 2 days 6 hours

Dibrugarh Photos

Dibrugarh, Assam

+ 32
photos

FAQs on Dibrugarh

What is famous about Dibrugarh?

Beautiful landscape. Less pollution.

What is not so good about Dibrugarh?

Bad roads in some areas.

Who should visit Dibrugarh?

A major contributor to India's economy, the lush green Dibrugarh is a health resort for nature lovers and especially for tea lovers. The myriad of adventure activities in the region also attracts a huge number of tourists to Dibrugarh. 

What is the best time to visit Dibrugarh?

The climatic condition of this city is always pleasant, making this place fit to be visited any time of the year. The heat during the summer season is very mild, hence it is an ideal time to visit the area. The monsoon season experiences rainfall much like the monsoon period in other parts of the state. Lush green scenery can be seen during the monsoon season. Winters are mildly cold and light, with minimal protective clothing. The lowest expected temperature is around 20 degrees Celsius. 
Read More

What is the local food in Dibrugarh?

Assamese cuisine is known for techniques and styles like drying and fermenting and the use of fresh vegetables and lots of fishes from its ponds and rivers. The main ingredient here is the rice. This cuisine is known for its very little use of spices, little cooking and strong flavors. They use a wide variety of fish, duck, squab etc. Here the must tries are bhaat (rice) with dal (lentils), masor jool (fish curry), with mangso (meat curry). Fish curries made of rou, illish, or chitol are the most favorite. If not a curry, simply fried fish. Birds like ducks and pigeon are also used in dishes. Pork and Mutton dishes are mainly popular among the younger generation
Read More

What is the best way to reach Dibrugarh?

Dibrugarh is well connected to major cities of India via airways and railways. There are regular buses connecting cities in the North East to Dibrugarh. Dibrugarh is approximately at a distance of 443.2 kms from Guwahati. 
Read More

What are the things to do in Dibrugarh?

The top things to do in Dibrugarh are Rafting in Bramhaputra (Tuting), Dinjoy Satra, Shopping in Dibrugarh, Dehing Namti Satra, Raidongia Dol, Barbarua Maidam. You can see all the places to visit in Dibrugarh here

What are the places near Dibrugarh?

The top places near to Dibrugarh are Dhemaji which is 35 km from Dibrugarh, Dibru saikhowa national park which is located 49 km from Dibrugarh, Sibsagar which is located 61 km from Dibrugarh, Tinsukia which is located 44 km from Dibrugarh, Majuli which is located 93 km from Dibrugarh

Have a Question on Dibrugarh?

Ask a question from the travellers who have
experience.

Dibrugarh Reviews

Your rating

Shreyas Kapoor

5 years ago
- The weather is slightly on the colder side, make sure you carry clothes accordingly.
- Then again, usual travel tips to carry first aids, some extra clothing in case of an emergency, sun blocks, (Read More) moisturizers etc.
See 100 Hotels