How to travel from Darjeeling to Aurangabad, India

The distance between Darjeeling and Aurangabad is around 1,868km (1,161 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 25m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Darjeeling to Aurangabad by plane, taxi, train, 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 Bagdogra (IXB) to Aurangabad (IXU).

  • Duration5h 25m
  • Flight time4h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ₹16,555($210)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Siliguri Jn then Manmad Jn and then to Aurangabad.

  • Duration1 day 21h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,275($16)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi and Train

Take a taxi to New Jalpaiguri then take the train to Manmad Jn and then to Aurangabad.

  • Duration1 day 14h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,220($53)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Aurangabad.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Distance1,868km (1,161 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darjeeling and Aurangabad

There are several options for getting from Darjeeling to Aurangabad by plane, taxi, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,275 ($16) and will take around 1 day 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹16,555 ($210).

The distance between Darjeeling and Aurangabad is around 1,868km (1,161 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,539km (956 miles)

It takes around 5h 25m to get from Darjeeling and Aurangabad by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 3h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Darjeeling to Aurangabad is to fly which takes around 5h 25m and will set you back approx ₹16,555 ($210).

The cheapest way to travel between Darjeeling and Aurangabad, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,275 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Darjeeling and Aurangabad. It typically takes around 1 day 21h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Darjeeling to Aurangabad. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Siliguri Jn and Manmad Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 21h.

Indian Railways run train services between Darjeeling and Aurangabad. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 21h, 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 Darjeeling and Aurangabad. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Aurangabad (IXU). instead which will take 5h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Darjeeling and Aurangabad. Flights depart from Bagdogra (IXB) and arrive at Aurangabad (IXU) - via Mumbai (BOM). The flight takes around 4h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Darjeeling to Aurangabad. There is however a flight that goes via Mumbai (BOM). This services will take at least 5h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Darjeeling to Aurangabad typically takes around 4h 10m. Flights depart from Bagdogra (IXB) and and arrive into Aurangabad (IXU).

The closest major airport to Aurangabad is Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) (IXU) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Aurangabad. Pune Airport (PNQ) (PNQ) and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) (BOM) 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 Darjeeling and Aurangabad. The distance is around 1,868km (1,161 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 3h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darjeeling to Aurangabad is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 25m and will usually cost around ₹16,555 ($210).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Darjeeling and Aurangabad

Transport options from Darjeeling to Aurangabad
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5h 25m
₹16,555($210)
on demand2,152km (1,337 miles)
Train
1 day 21h
₹1,275($16)
once a week2,448km (1,521 miles)
Taxi and Train + 1 similar
1 day 14h
₹4,220($53)
5 times a week2,109km (1,310 miles)
Bus and Train1 day 19h
₹6,445($81)
once daily2,267km (1,409 miles)
Drive
1 day 3h
₹17,590($220)
on demand1,868km (1,161 miles)

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Airports near Aurangabad

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

IXU
Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6km (4 miles) from Aurangabad
PNQ
Pune Airport (PNQ)
International Airport
Distance
207km (129 miles) from Aurangabad
BOM
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM)
International Airport
Distance
273km (170 miles) from Aurangabad