How to Reach Gangtok

Gangtok is well-connected with the country’s major towns and cities with various modes of transport, including air, train, and road. Opting for a flight, the fastest and most convenient mode, ensures a swift journey. However, the choice of the best mode of transport is subjective, depending on factors like distance and personal preferences.

The detailed information below lets you make decisions about how to reach Gangtok. When you book your Gangtok tour package with Indian Holiday, you will not need to worry about transportation as we can arrange it as part of our package for a hassle-free vacation.

How to Reach Gangtok by Air

The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal, which is situated 124 km away from Gangtok. It is well-connected with all the major cities in India and has an international connection to Nepal and Bhutan. Cabs and buses are available from the airport to reach Gangtok. Helicopter services operated by the Sikkim Tourism Development Corporation offer daily services from Bagdogra to Gangtok, which only takes about 20 minutes to reach.

How to reach Gangtok by Train

The nearest railway station to Gangtok is New Jalpaiguri, which is located 117 km away. This railhead is connected to major parts of the country by superfast trains, express trains, and local trains. The New Jalpaiguri to Gangtok train is easily accessible by Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Patna, Ahmedabad, and other cities and states of India. From the railway station, you can hire a private car or board a bus to the capital city of Sikkim.

How to reach Gangtok by Road

The National Highway NH31A connects Sikkim to other cities. Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Siliguri, and Kalimpong are well connected via road. Government-run and private buses ply regularly for Gangtok by nearby cities, making travel hassle-free for tourists. Buses and private cabs regularly commute to the hill station. The hilly terrain and lush greenery en route to Gangtok make the road trip memorable and exciting.

Getting Around in Gangtok

Gangtok has a good network of private and shared taxis that make travel within the city comfortable. Buses are also made traveling in Gangtok hassle-free. Here are several options for getting around in Gangtok:

Sikkim Nationalized Transport (SNT) Bus

The best way to explore Gangtok is to travel by SNT buses. The city’s famous attractions are easily accessible by bus. SNT owns a bus fleet comprising ordinary to luxury buses that make travel comfortable. You can check the route and schedule of the buses on the official website of SNT. In addition, private buses are also available in Gangtok, which ply regularly for Kalimpong, Siliguri, and New Jalpaiguri.

Taxi and Autorickshaw

Private and shared taxis are among the most convenient and fast modes to travel in and around Gangtok. You can easily book them and travel to the city. This is the only major transport available in Gangtok for exploring the city as no city bus service is available in the township.

You can visit the taxi stand and book a taxi with fixed fares. Also, you can hire them directly, but fares are different and higher compared to the taxi stand standard rates.