Thimphu to Jalpaiguri Distance & How to Reach

Bhutan to West Bengal · 100 km · Compare train, bus & driving options

Thimphu to Jalpaiguri distance: 130 km (aerial), approximately 100 km by road. By train: ~1 hrs 49 min. By road: ~1 hrs 23 min.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Jalpaiguri
West Bengal
130 km
aerial distance (straight line)
81 miles · Road distance: ~100 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
100 km
Road distance
1 hrs 23 min
Drive time
130 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Thimphu to Jalpaiguri
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: IXB
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By Car
1 hrs 23 min
100 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
130 km (81 mi)
Road distance
~100 km
Recommended
Car (1 hrs 23 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Thimphu to Jalpaiguri distance overview

The distance from Thimphu to Jalpaiguri is approximately 130 km as the crow flies. The road distance is about 100 km, making this a comfortable day trip by car or train.

130 kmAerial distance
~100 kmBy road
1 hrs 23 minCar
✈️ Reaching Jalpaiguri by air
No direct airport

Jalpaiguri does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is IXB. Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.

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🚗 By car — Thimphu to Jalpaiguri
1 hrs 23 min ~100 km

A comfortable 1 hrs 23 min drive covers the 100 km between Thimphu and Jalpaiguri. This makes for a great day trip by car.

💡 Travel tips for Thimphu to Jalpaiguri
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Day trip friendly
At 100 km, you can easily make this a day trip and return the same day. Train or car is ideal.
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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.
🔗 Useful travel resources

For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:

DGCA — Indian aviation authority

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Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Thimphu to Jalpaiguri?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Thimphu to Jalpaiguri is approximately 130 km (81 miles). The road distance is approximately 100 km, which takes about 1 hrs 23 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Thimphu to Jalpaiguri?
For this 100 km journey, a car or train is most practical. Driving takes about 1 hrs 23 min and trains take approximately 1 hrs 49 min. This makes for a comfortable day trip.
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