Darjeeling, known for its tea gardens and magnificent views of the Kangchenjunga, is a popular hill station located in the Eastern part of India. Traveling to Darjeiling can be done by different modes of transportation, namely by train, flight, and road.
By Train: The nearest major railway station to Darjeeling is New Jalpaiguri (NJP) which is about 73 km away from the town. From NJP, one can hire a taxi or opt for a shared jeep to reach Darjeiling. There are also toy trains available from NJP to Darjeeling, which offer scenic mountain views but take a longer time.
By Flight: The nearest airport to Darjeeling is Bagdogra Airport (IXB), situated at a distance of approximately 68 km from the town. Upon reaching the airport, travelers can book a taxi or take a shared cab to reach Darjeeling.
By Road: Darjeeling is connected to various cities by road. Regular bus services, both private and state-owned, are available from nearby cities like Siliguri, which is about 64 km away.
| City | By Flight (to IXB) | By Train (to NJP) | By Road |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | Direct flights available | Mumbai CST - NJP Express | Approx. 2315 km via NH27 |
| Delhi | Direct flights available | Rajdhani Express, Sampark Kranti | Approx. 1495 km via NH27 (Stopover at Lucknow) |
| Kolkata | Direct flights available | Darjeeling Mail, Padatik Express | Approx. 615 km via NH12 (Stopover at Malda) |
| Bangalore | Direct flights available | Bangalore Cantt. - NJP AC Express | Approx. 2527 km via NH44 (Stopover at Vijayawada) |
| Chennai | Direct flights available | Coromandel Express, MAS NJP Express | Approx. 2330 km via NH16 (Stopover at Visakhapatnam) |
| Hyderabad | Connecting flights available | Secunderabad - NJP Falaknuma Express | Approx. 1871 km via NH44 (Stopover at Sambalpur) |
| Ahmedabad | Connecting flights available | ADI NJP Express | Approx. 2086 km via NH48 (Stopover at Jaipur) |
| Pune | Connecting flights available | Azad Hind Express | Approx. 2341 km via NH60 (Stopover at Nagpur) |
| Jaipur | Connecting flights available | JP NJP Express | Approx. 1657 km via NH19 (Stopovern at Agra) |
| Surat | Connecting flights available | Tapti Ganga Express | Approx. 2367 km via NH48 (Stopover at Varanasi) |
Important: The flight, train, and road travel times can vary based on the season, weather conditions, and the route selected. Stopovers are suggested for a road trip; however, further planning and checking with local authorities or mapping services such as Google Maps is recommended for real-time travel advice.
Nearest Airport: Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Nearest Railway Station: New Jalpaiguri (NJP)
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