North 24 Parganas

North 24 Parganas

Gangtok

Train Flight

North 24 Parganas to Gangtok

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from North 24 Parganas to Gangtok covers about 700 km. Take a train from Howrah or Sealdah to New Jalpaiguri (NJP), then a taxi to Gangtok. Flights are available from Kolkata (CCU) to Pakyong Airport (PYG). The train-taxi journey takes 14 hours, while flights take 1 hour.

Total Distance: 700 km by road, 550 km air distance.

Fastest Way

Direct flight from Kolkata, taking 1 hour.

Cheapest Way

Sleeper class train to NJP then shared taxi, costing around 1200 INR.

Compare North 24 Parganas to Gangtok Routes

	Train Connecting	Flight Direct
Duration	14 hours	1 hour
Avg Price	800 - 3000 INR	4000 - 10000 INR
Operator	Darjeeling Mail	SpiceJet
Route	Howrah to NJP, then taxi to Gangtok.	CCU to PYG.
Tip	Book the train in advance.	Book early for better rates.

Travel Tips

Transport
Use shared taxis for city travel.
Food
Try the local Momos and Thukpa.
Weather
Winters are cold; carry heavy woolens.
Language
Nepali, Hindi, and English are spoken.
Shopping
Buy local handicrafts.

Safety Tips

Emergency
Dial 112 for police assistance.
Water
Drink only bottled water.
Taxis
Use registered taxis for safety.
Crowds
Be cautious in crowded markets.

People Also Ask

Is there a direct train?

No, you must change at NJP.
How far is the airport?

It is about 30 km from the city center.
Is it safe?

Yes, it is a safe city for tourists.
Best time to visit?

Spring and autumn are the most comfortable.
Are there direct flights?

Yes, multiple airlines operate daily.

Quick Info

From North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India
To Gangtok, Sikkim, India
Modes

Best Time to Travel

March to June and October to December.

Things to Do in Gangtok

1

Rumtek Monastery

Visit the historic monastery.

2

MG Marg

Walk along the pedestrian-only street.

3

Tsomgo Lake

Take a day trip to the high-altitude lake.

4

Nathula Pass

Visit the historic border pass.

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