Tinchuley to Gangtok

• Permits

  Check if you need permits for specific areas in Sikkim.
• Booking

  Book your taxi in advance from Tinchuley.
• Weather

  Gangtok can be chilly; carry warm clothes.
• Cash

  Keep cash for local expenses and permits.
• Connectivity

  Mobile network is good in Gangtok.

• Driving

  Be cautious on the winding roads of Sikkim.
• Emergency

  Keep the contact of your hotel in Gangtok.
• Health

  Carry motion sickness pills for the long drive.
• Night Travel

  Avoid traveling late at night in the mountains.

• How long does it take to reach Gangtok?
  It takes about 4 hours by car.
• Is there a bus?
  No, only taxis are available.
• What is the best route?
  The route via NH 10 is the most direct.
• Is the road safe?
  Yes, it is a well-maintained highway.
• Do I need a permit?
  Only for restricted areas; the city itself is accessible.

• From Tinchuley, West Bengal, India
• To Gangtok, Sikkim, India
• Modes

March to May and October to December.