How to travel from Bhubaneshwar to Darjeeling, India

The distance between Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling is around 904km (561 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 25m.

4 routes found

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

👋 Also check out DarjeelingBhubaneshwar if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Bhubaneswar (BBI) to Bagdogra (IXB).

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Flight time2h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ₹15,520($195)
Operated by

AirAsia India

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Train

Take the train to Siliguri Jn.

  • Duration21h 5m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹3,660($46)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Howrah Jn then take the bus to Siliguri.

  • Duration21h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,220($53)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Darjeeling.

  • Duration14h 30m
  • Distance992km (616 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling

There are several options for getting from Bhubaneshwar to Darjeeling by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹3,660 ($46) and will take around 21h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹15,520 ($195).

The distance between Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling is around 904km (561 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 793km (493 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bhubaneshwar to Darjeeling is to fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx ₹15,520 ($195).

The cheapest way to travel between Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹3,660 ($46) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling. It typically takes around 21h 5m and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Bhubaneshwar to Darjeeling. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Siliguri Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 21h 5m.

Indian Railways run train services between Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling. Trains depart once a week and will take around 21h 5m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling. We recommend that you fly from Bhubaneswar (BBI) to Bagdogra (IXB). instead which will take 3h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling. Flights depart from Bhubaneswar (BBI) and arrive at Bagdogra (IXB) - via Kolkata (CCU). The flight takes around 2h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Bhubaneshwar to Darjeeling. There is however a flight that goes via Kolkata (CCU). This services will take at least 3h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Bhubaneshwar to Darjeeling typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Bhubaneswar (BBI) 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 Bhubaneshwar and Darjeeling. The distance is around 992km (616 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bhubaneshwar to Darjeeling is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around ₹15,520 ($195).

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Transport options from Bhubaneshwar to Darjeeling
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 25m
₹15,520($195)
every 10 mins904km (561 miles)
Train
21h 5m
₹3,660($46)
once a week1,076km (669 miles)
Train and Bus
21h 30m
₹4,220($53)
once daily1,089km (676 miles)
Drive
14h 30m
₹9,310($115)
on demand992km (616 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