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Tinsukia
Spend 1–2 days in Tinsukia as a stopover for tea garden views and nearby sites like Guijan and Dibru Saikhowa; stay one night if you plan a day‑trip to Digboi.
Tinsukia is Assam's commercial hub and gateway to Upper Assam's tea gardens, wildlife park and historic ruins. The town itself has limited sights, so a short stay works as a base for day trips to Guijan (45 min), Digboi (1½ h) and Dibru Saikhowa National Park (25 km).
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon)
- Airport
- DIB
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Tinsukia112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tinsukia, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyTinsukia is generally safe for daytime travel; stay alert after dark, avoid isolated areas, and keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportDIB Dibrugarh Airport (≈ 70 km (43 mi); shuttle autos ₹5 (≈ under US$1) to bus stop, then ₹70 (≈ under US$1) bus to Tinsukia).DIB Dibrugarh Airport (≈ 43 mi (70 km); shuttle autos ₹5 (≈ under US$1) to bus stop, then ₹70 (≈ under US$1) bus to Tinsukia).
- Getting aroundAuto‑rickshaws and shared buses dominate; hire a taxi for ₹500 (≈ US$6) from Dibrugarh Airport or ₹70 (≈ under US$1) from Mohanbari bus stop to town.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealTea (local stall)₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket (city‑to‑city, e.g., Guijan)₹70–₹120 (≈ US$1–2)
- Budget bedBudget guesthouse, a night, per person₹200 (≈ US$3)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per room₹1,800 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per room₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹800 (≈ US$10) · Mid ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · High ₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- DIB Dibrugarh Airport (≈ 70 km (43 mi); shuttle autos ₹5 to bus stop, then ₹70 bus to Tinsukia)DIB Dibrugarh Airport (≈ 43 mi (70 km); shuttle autos ₹5 to bus stop, then ₹70 bus to Tinsukia)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Feb
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Mar
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Apr
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
May
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Jul (19 rain days), driest Dec (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tinsukia: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
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Feb
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
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Mar
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
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Apr
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
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May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
6 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Dec
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
1 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Auto‑rickshaws and shared buses dominate; hire a taxi for ₹500 from Dibrugarh Airport or ₹70 from Mohanbari bus stop to town. Walkable core around GNB Road.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Guijan (historic ruins)
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h 30 min round‑trip
Auto or taxi, about 45 min each way
Explore the old kingdom site and riverbank views.
Digboi (first Asian oil refinery)
goDoor to door: ≈ 3 h round‑trip
Bus or shared taxi, ~1½ h each way
Visit the historic refinery museum.
Dibru Saikhowa National Park
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h round‑trip
Taxi or hired car, 25 km (16 mi) (≈ 45 min)Taxi or hired car, 16 mi (25 km) (≈ 45 min)
Birdwatching with local guides; early morning best.
Tilinga Bell Temple
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h
Auto‑rickshaw, ~30 min each way
World’s largest bell collection; check opening hours.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Centre Point
Mid‑range on GNB Road, close to market and rail station
Hotel Royal Highness
Mid‑range, similar location
Budget guesthouse (e.g., Digboy Hotel Galaxy)
≈ ₹200 per night, basic facilities
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,500 (≈ US$14–30) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,500 (≈ US$30)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel double1 × 1 night × ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| Taxi from Dibrugarh Airport1 × ₹500 · check | ₹500 |
| Bus from Mohanbari to Tinsukia1 × ₹70 · check | ₹70 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹387 |
| Trip total≈ ₹4,257 per person per day, bed included | ₹4,257≈ US$50 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance train passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Tea (local stall) | ₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1) |
| Meal at budget eatery | ₹80–₹150 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (5 km) | ₹50–₹80 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bus ticket (city‑to‑city, e.g., Guijan) | ₹70–₹120 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be narrow and poorly maintained; allow extra travel time.
- Terrorist incidents have occurred in recent years; stay updated on local advisories.
- Pollution levels are higher than rural Assam; consider masks on busy streets.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Medical
- 112
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Embassy
US Consulate in Guwahati (check address); Indian embassies in other countries.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Dibrugarh Airport → Tinsukia (taxi): ≈ ₹500, 1 h (check)
- Bus Mohanbari → Tinsukia: ₹70 (≈ under US$1), 30 min
Say or show
- মাফ করবেন — Excuse me / Sorry (maf korben)
- ধন্যবাদ — Thank you (dhonnobad)
- কত টাকা? — How much? (koto taka?)
- বস স্টপ কোথায়? — Where is the bus stop? (bos stop kothay?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tinsukia. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Use Dibrugarh Airport → Tinsukia bus (₹70) as primary entry.
- Book mid‑range hotels in advance during peak season.
- Arrange guided bird‑watch tours for Dibru Saikhowa.
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