Kolkata → Siliguri
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West Bengal · 496 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jalpaiguri Shatabdi Express #12041 · Sht |
14:25 | 22:50 | 8h 00m | CC,EC |
| New Coochbehar Special #05415 · Exp |
00:10 | 15:30 | 19h 27m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Jalpaiguri Vande Bharat Express #22301 · Exp |
05:55 | 13:30 | 7h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Puri - Kamakhya Express #15643 · Exp |
07:30 | 18:45 | 31h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Saraighat Express #12345 · SF |
16:05 | 01:05 | 17h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper Express #27575 · Exp |
18:20 | 01:40 | 14h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kamrup Express #15959 · Exp |
18:35 | 05:15 | 33h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kamrup Express #15961 · Exp |
18:35 | 05:15 | 27h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah - Siliguri Special #05711 · Exp |
21:05 | 14:00 | 18h 32m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah - Banarhat Special #05423 · Exp |
21:30 | 13:40 | 21h 32m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Paharia Express #15721 · Exp |
22:00 | 09:20 | 16h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kamakhyaguri Special #05411 · Exp |
23:45 | 16:30 | 20h 52m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Kolkata to Darjeeling is approximately 496 km (308 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 629 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks.
Darjeeling does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Bagdogra (IXB). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Kolkata and Darjeeling with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 9 hrs 41 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Kolkata to Darjeeling route. The journey takes approximately 12 hrs 35 min covering ~629 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Kolkata to Darjeeling BusesA road trip from Kolkata to Darjeeling covers approximately 629 km and takes around 8 hrs 12 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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