Traveling from the Sundarbans to Darjeeling is a long-distance journey. First, take a ferry to the mainland, then travel by bus to Kolkata. From Kolkata, take a train to New Jalpaiguri, then a taxi to Darjeeling. The total distance is approximately 700 km, with a travel time of about 20 hours. This route takes you from the southern delta to the Himalayan foothills.
Total Distance: 700 km driving distance, 600 km straight-line air distance.
Book train tickets well in advance.
March to June and September to November.