About Darjeeling
Tea gardens climb the slopes, and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway — a UNESCO World Heritage site — still rattles up through them.
Best Time to Visit
April to June
Clear skies offer breathtaking views of the Kanchenjunga peak. The toy train ride is most pleasant now.
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Travel Tips
- Wake up at 3 AM for Tiger Hill sunrise
- Enjoy breakfast at Glenary's
- Tour a tea estate like Happy Valley
How to Reach Darjeeling
Darjeeling is located in West Bengal, India at coordinates 27.036°N, 88.2627°E. You can reach Darjeeling by air (nearest airport in West Bengal), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.
How to reach Darjeeling from major cities
Darjeeling from Kolkata
~621 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹380 · 11h 35m
- Train (3AC) ₹985 · 10h 41m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹1,695 · 11h 41m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹8,365 · 11h 32m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹380) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (10h 41m).
Darjeeling from Lucknow
~907 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹530 · 16h 35m
- Train (3AC) ₹1,355 · 15h 16m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹2,440 · 16h 53m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹12,090 · 16h 44m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹530) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (15h 16m).
Darjeeling from Delhi
~1376 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹1,965 · 22h 46m
- Train (2AC) ₹2,845 · 22h 46m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹3,655 · 25h 25m
- Flight (Economy) ₹7,155 · 4h 30m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,965) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 30m).
Darjeeling from Jaipur
~1545 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,180 · 25h 28m
- Train (2AC) ₹3,160 · 25h 28m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹4,095 · 28h 29m
- Flight (Economy) ₹7,760 · 4h 45m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,180) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 45m).
Darjeeling from Hyderabad
~1837 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,560 · 30h 9m
- Train (2AC) ₹3,710 · 30h 9m
- Flight (Economy) ₹8,815 · 5h 10m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,560) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (5h 10m).
Darjeeling from Ahmedabad
~2052 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,840 · 33h 35m
- Train (2AC) ₹4,110 · 33h 35m
- Flight (Economy) ₹9,585 · 5h 29m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,840) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (5h 29m).
Fares are indicative estimates based on distance — verify with the operator before booking.
Planning Your Visit to Darjeeling
Darjeeling lies in West Bengal, India, and ranks among the state’s most-visited hill station destinations. The nearest major city and transport gateway is Siliguri (Bagdogra), roughly 37 km away — most travellers route through Siliguri (Bagdogra) by air or rail before continuing on to Darjeeling. Time your trip for April to June for the most comfortable weather.
Visitors from United States are eligible for India’s e-Tourist Visa — apply online a few days before you fly. all on-site costs are in Indian Rupees (₹); use the currency converter above to see each ticket tier in your home currency.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best time to visit Darjeeling?
- The best time to visit Darjeeling is April to June. Clear skies offer breathtaking views of the Kanchenjunga peak. The toy train ride is most pleasant now.
- What are the top travel tips for Darjeeling?
- Wake up at 3 AM for Tiger Hill sunrise. Enjoy breakfast at Glenary's. Tour a tea estate like Happy Valley.
- Where is Darjeeling located?
- Darjeeling is in West Bengal, India, at 27.0360° N, 88.2627° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Siliguri (Bagdogra), about 37 km away.
- What are the best places to visit near Darjeeling?
- Top attractions near Darjeeling include Gangtok and Tsomgo Lake (about 48 km away), Tsomgo (Changu) Lake (about 62 km away), Baidyanath Dham, Deoghar (about 324 km away) — all easy to combine on a West Bengal trip.
- How to reach Darjeeling from Kolkata?
- Darjeeling is about 621 km from Kolkata. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹380, 11h 35m), Train (3AC) (~₹985, 10h 41m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,695, 11h 41m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹380) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (10h 41m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Darjeeling from Lucknow?
- Darjeeling is about 907 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹530, 16h 35m), Train (3AC) (~₹1,355, 15h 16m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹2,440, 16h 53m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹530) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (15h 16m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Darjeeling from Delhi?
- Darjeeling is about 1376 km from Delhi. Options include Train (3AC) (~₹1,965, 22h 46m), Train (2AC) (~₹2,845, 22h 46m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹3,655, 25h 25m). The cheapest is usually Train (3AC) (~₹1,965) and the fastest is Flight (Economy) (4h 30m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
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