Bagdogra Airport (IXB) Guide
Bagdogra Airport is the only airport servicing North Bengal. It connects directly with Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
Pro Tip: Pre-paid Taxis
Ignore the touts at arrival. Always head straight for the Police Assistance booth or the Pre-paid Taxi Counter right outside the terminal exit to get government-approved rates.
Transportation from Bagdogra
- To Darjeeling: Takes about 2.5 - 3 hours. A small car usually costs between ₹2,500 to ₹3,000 depending on the season.
- To Gangtok: Takes about 4.5 hours. Costs around ₹3,500 for a reserved vehicle.
- To Siliguri City Center / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand: Shared autos and pre-paid taxis take about 30 minutes. The bus stand is where you can catch state buses to the hills.
New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station
NJP is one of the busiest railway hubs linking the Northeast to the rest of India. If you arrive early morning, grab a hot cup of tea from the IRCTC canteens before heading out.
₹300 - ₹500
Per Seat
Cost of Shared Jeeps
Right outside NJP station, you can book a single seat in a rugged Tata Sumo or Mahindra Bolero. Wait times can vary as vehicles only leave when all 10 seats are booked.
Trekking or Traveling? Pack Right
