How to travel from Darjeeling to Tiruchchirāppalli, India

The distance between Darjeeling and Tiruchchirāppalli is around 2,118km (1,316 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Darjeeling to Tiruchchirāppalli 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.

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

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Fly

Fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Tiruchirapalli (TRZ).

  • Duration5hrs
  • Flight time3h 45m
  • Typical cost
    ₹15,915($200)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to New Jalpaiguri then Tambaram and then to Tiruchchirapali.

  • Duration2 days 9h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,435($18)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi and Train

Take a taxi to New Jalpaiguri then take the train to Erode Jn and then to Tirchrpali Fort.

  • Duration1 day 22h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,455($56)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Tiruchirappalli.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Distance2,508km (1,558 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darjeeling and Tiruchchirāppalli

There are several options for getting from Darjeeling to Tiruchchirāppalli by plane, taxi, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,435 ($18) and will take around 2 days 9h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹15,915 ($200).

The distance between Darjeeling and Tiruchchirāppalli is around 2,118km (1,316 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,065km (1,283 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Darjeeling and Tiruchchirāppalli by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 12h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Darjeeling to Tiruchchirāppalli is to fly which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx ₹15,915 ($200).

The cheapest way to travel between Darjeeling and Tiruchchirāppalli, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,435 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Darjeeling and Tiruchchirāppalli. It typically takes around 2 days 9h and departs twice a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Darjeeling to Tiruchchirāppalli. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in New Jalpaiguri and Tambaram. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 9h.

Indian Railways run train services between Darjeeling and Tiruchchirāppalli. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 2 days 9h, 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 Tiruchchirāppalli. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Tiruchirapalli (TRZ). instead which will take 5hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Darjeeling and Tiruchchirāppalli. Flights depart from Bagdogra (IXB) and arrive at Tiruchirapalli (TRZ) - via Madras (MAA). The flight takes around 3h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Darjeeling to Tiruchchirāppalli. There is however a flight that goes via Madras (MAA). This services will take at least 5hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Darjeeling to Tiruchchirāppalli typically takes around 3h 45m. Flights depart from Bagdogra (IXB) and and arrive into Tiruchirapalli (TRZ).

The closest major airport to Tiruchchirāppalli is Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ) (TRZ) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli. Madurai International Airport (IXM) (IXM) and Coimbatore Airport (CJB) (CJB) 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 Tiruchchirāppalli. The distance is around 2,508km (1,558 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 12h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darjeeling to Tiruchchirāppalli is to fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around ₹15,915 ($200).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Darjeeling and Tiruchchirāppalli

Transport options from Darjeeling to Tiruchchirāppalli
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5hrs
₹15,915($200)
on demand2,118km (1,316 miles)
Train
2 days 9h
₹1,435($18)
twice a week2,774km (1,724 miles)
Taxi and Train + 1 similar
1 day 22h
₹4,455($56)
5 times a week2,749km (1,708 miles)
Bus and Train1 day 23h
₹5,255($66)
twice a week2,643km (1,642 miles)
Drive
1 day 12h
₹23,555($295)
on demand2,508km (1,558 miles)

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Airports near Tiruchchirāppalli

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

TRZ
Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ)
International Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli
IXM
Madurai International Airport (IXM)
International Airport
Distance
126km (78 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli
CJB
Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
International Airport
Distance
182km (113 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli