The journey from Taki to the gateway of North Bengal, Siliguri, covers about 550 km. The most practical way is to take a local train from Taki Road station to Sealdah, and then a train from Sealdah or Howrah to New Jalpaiguri (NJP). The total journey takes about 12 to 14 hours. Siliguri is a major transit hub for Sikkim and the Northeast.
Total Distance: 550 km by road, 450 km air distance.
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Connecting
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Direct
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| Duration | 13 hours | 14 hours |
| Avg Price | 500-1000 INR | 8000-10000 INR |
| Operator | Eastern/Northeast Frontier Railway | Taxi |
| Route | Taki Road-Sealdah-NJP | Taki-Basirhat-Barasat-Siliguri |
| Tip | Trains are the most reliable mode. | Expect heavy traffic near Kolkata. |
All year round.