How to travel from Ahmedabad to Darjeeling, India

The distance between Ahmedabad and Darjeeling is around 1,713km (1,065 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Ahmedabad to Darjeeling by plane, train, taxi, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Bagdogra (IXB).

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹15,915($200)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

+ 2 others
💰 Cheapest
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train
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taxi
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Train and Taxi

Take the train to New Jalpaiguri then take a taxi to Darjeeling.

  • Duration2 days
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,775($60)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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car
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Drive

Drive to Darjeeling.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Distance1,956km (1,215 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ahmedabad and Darjeeling

There are several options for getting from Ahmedabad to Darjeeling by plane, train, taxi, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a taxi which costs around ₹4,775 ($60) and will take around 2 days. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹15,915 ($200).

The distance between Ahmedabad and Darjeeling is around 1,713km (1,065 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,641km (1,019 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Ahmedabad and Darjeeling by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 4h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ahmedabad to Darjeeling is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx ₹15,915 ($200).

The cheapest way to travel between Ahmedabad and Darjeeling, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take a taxi which will typically cost around ₹4,775 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Ahmedabad and Darjeeling. We recommend that you fly from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Bagdogra (IXB). instead which will take 3h 55m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ahmedabad and Darjeeling. We recommend that you fly from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Bagdogra (IXB). instead which will take 3h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Ahmedabad and Darjeeling. Flights depart from Ahmedabad (AMD) and arrive at Bagdogra (IXB). The flight takes around 2h 40m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Ahmedabad and Darjeeling with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 40m.

IndiGo Airlines, Spicejet and GoAir fly between Ahmedabad and Darjeeling. Flights depart from Ahmedabad (AMD) and and arrive into Bagdogra (IXB). These flights usually take around 2h 40m.

The flight from Ahmedabad to Darjeeling typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Ahmedabad (AMD) and and arrive into Bagdogra (IXB).

The closest major airport to Darjeeling is Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (IXB) which is approximately 40km (25 miles) from Darjeeling. Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) (GAU) and Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) (PAT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Ahmedabad and Darjeeling. The distance is around 1,956km (1,215 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 4h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ahmedabad to Darjeeling is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around ₹15,915 ($200).

How do I get from Ahmedabad to Darjeeling

Compare travel optionsbetween Ahmedabad and Darjeeling

Transport options from Ahmedabad to Darjeeling
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 55m
₹15,915($200)
on demand1,713km (1,065 miles)
Train and Taxi + 1 similar
2 days
₹4,775($60)
3 times a week2,418km (1,502 miles)
Bus and Train2 days 6h
₹7,640($95)
once daily2,557km (1,589 miles)
Drive
1 day 4h
₹15,835($200)
on demand1,956km (1,215 miles)

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Airports near Darjeeling

The following major airports near Darjeeling offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

IXB
Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
40km (25 miles) from Darjeeling
GAU
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
International Airport
Distance
347km (215 miles) from Darjeeling
PAT
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
355km (220 miles) from Darjeeling