How to travel from Delhi to Darjeeling, India

The distance between Delhi and Darjeeling is around 1,223km (760 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Delhi to Darjeeling by plane, train, taxi 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 Delhi (DEL) to Bagdogra (IXB).

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,630($120)
Operated by

GoAir

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Train

Take the train to Siliguri Jn and then to Darjeeling.

  • Duration1 day 14h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹955($12)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Taxi

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

  • Duration21h 50m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,375($55)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Darjeeling.

  • Duration19h 5m
  • Distance1,420km (882 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Delhi and Darjeeling

There are several options for getting from Delhi to Darjeeling by plane, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹955 ($12) and will take around 1 day 14h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,630 ($120).

The distance between Delhi and Darjeeling is around 1,223km (760 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,100km (683 miles)

It takes around 4h 50m to get from Delhi and Darjeeling by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 19h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Delhi to Darjeeling is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx ₹9,630 ($120).

The cheapest way to travel between Delhi and Darjeeling, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹955 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Delhi and Darjeeling. It typically takes around 1 day 14h and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Delhi to Darjeeling. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Siliguri Jn. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 14h.

Indian Railways run train services between Delhi and Darjeeling. Trains depart once daily and will take around 1 day 14h, 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 Delhi and Darjeeling. We recommend that you fly from Delhi (DEL) to Bagdogra (IXB). instead which will take 4h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Delhi and Darjeeling. Flights depart from Delhi (DEL) and arrive at Bagdogra (IXB). The flight takes around 2hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Delhi and Darjeeling with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2hrs.

GoAir, AirAsia India, Spicejet, IndiGo Airlines, Vistara and Air India Limited fly between Delhi and Darjeeling. Flights depart from Delhi (DEL) and and arrive into Bagdogra (IXB). These flights usually take around 2hrs.

The flight from Delhi to Darjeeling typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Delhi (DEL) 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 Delhi and Darjeeling. The distance is around 1,420km (882 miles) by road and it will take around 19h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Delhi to Darjeeling is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ₹9,630 ($120).

How do I get from Delhi to Darjeeling

Compare travel optionsbetween Delhi and Darjeeling

Transport options from Delhi to Darjeeling
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 50m
₹9,630($120)
every 20 mins1,223km (760 miles)
Train
1 day 14h
₹955($12)
once daily1,570km (975 miles)
Train and Taxi
21h 50m
₹4,375($55)
every 20 mins1,527km (949 miles)
Drive
19h 5m
₹11,540($145)
on demand1,420km (882 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