How to travel from Darjeeling to Nellore, India
The distance between Darjeeling and Nellore is around 2,012km (1,250 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 6h 25m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Darjeeling to Nellore 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.
👋 Also check out Nellore → Darjeeling if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore.
- Duration6h 25m
- Flight time3h 25m
- Typical cost₹19,100($240)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Taxi and Train
Take a taxi to New Jalpaiguri then take the train to Nellore.
- Duration1 day 10h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₹4,140($52)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darjeeling and Nellore
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Darjeeling to Nellore by plane, train, taxi, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a taxi and then take the train which costs around ₹4,140 ($52) and will take around 1 day 10h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 6h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹19,100 ($240).
The distance between Darjeeling and Nellore is around 2,012km (1,250 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,642km (1,020 miles)
It takes around 6h 25m to get from Darjeeling and Nellore by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 5h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Darjeeling to Nellore is to fly and then take the train which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx ₹19,100 ($240).
The cheapest way to travel between Darjeeling and Nellore, if you exclude driving, is to take a taxi and then take the train which will typically cost around ₹4,140 ($52) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Darjeeling and Nellore. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore. instead which will take 6h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Darjeeling and Nellore. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore. instead which will take 6h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Darjeeling to Nellore. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore. instead which will take 6h 25m.
The closest major airport to Nellore is Tirupati Airport (TIR) (TIR) which is approximately 102km (64 miles) from Nellore. Chennai International Airport (MAA) (MAA) and Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) (BLR) 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 Nellore. The distance is around 2,018km (1,254 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 5h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darjeeling to Nellore is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 6h 25m and will usually cost around ₹19,100 ($240).
Compare travel optionsbetween Darjeeling and Nellore
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 3 similar | 6h 25m | ₹19,100($240) | hourly | 2,081km (1,293 miles) |
| Fly to Madras (MAA), Train | 6h 40m | ₹14,960($190) | every 2 hours | 2,012km (1,250 miles) |
| Fly to Vijayawada (VGA), Train | 10hrs | ₹15,360($195) | once daily | 2,510km (1,560 miles) |
| Fly to Cuddapah (CDP), Train | 10h 20m | ₹12,895($160) | once daily | 2,321km (1,442 miles) |
Taxi and Train + 1 similar | 1 day 10h | ₹4,140($52) | once daily | 2,113km (1,313 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 1 day 13h | ₹5,015($63) | once daily | 2,139km (1,329 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 5h | ₹18,940($240) | on demand | 2,018km (1,254 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Darjeeling and Nellore
Airlines
IndiGo Airlines
Spicejet
Vistara
Air India Limited
Train operators
Indian Railways
Bus companies
NBSTC
Airports near Nellore
The following major airports near Nellore offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.
Tirupati Airport (TIR)
- Distance
- 102km (64 miles) from Nellore
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
- Distance
- 164km (102 miles) from Nellore
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
- Distance
- 282km (175 miles) from Nellore