Lachung to Bangalore

• Taxi Booking

  Always book local taxis in Lachung through your hotel for reliable pricing.
• Altitude Acclimatization

  Spend a night in Gangtok to acclimatize before descending to the plains.
• Flight Buffer

  Keep a 6-hour buffer for the mountain drive to Bagdogra due to potential landslides.
• Packing

  Carry heavy woolens for Lachung and light cottons for Bangalore.
• Connectivity

  Download offline maps as network is spotty between Lachung and Mangan.

• Road Safety

  Avoid night driving on the mountain roads of North Sikkim.
• Health

  Carry basic motion sickness medication for the winding roads.
• Permits

  Keep your Inner Line Permit copies handy at all checkpoints.
• Emergency

  Save the contact number of your hotel in Lachung for local assistance.

• Is there a direct train from Sikkim to Bangalore?
  No, Sikkim does not have a railway station; the nearest is New Jalpaiguri.
• How far is Bagdogra from Lachung?
  It is approximately 190 km and takes 7-8 hours by road.
• Are there direct flights from Bagdogra to Bangalore?
  Direct flights are rare; most routes involve a layover in Kolkata or Delhi.
• What is the best way to travel from Lachung?
  Hiring a private taxi is the most reliable and comfortable mode.
• Do I need a permit for Lachung?
  Yes, an Inner Line Permit is mandatory for all visitors to North Sikkim.

• From Lachung, Sikkim, India
• To Bangalore, Karnataka, India
• Modes

March to May for clear mountain roads and pleasant weather in Bangalore.