How to travel from Kerala to Darjeeling, India
The distance between Kerala and Darjeeling is around 2,238km (1,391 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 55m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Kerala to Darjeeling 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 Darjeeling → Kerala if you're planning a return trip.
Fly to Bagdogra (IXB)
Fly from Kochi (COK) to Bagdogra (IXB).
- Duration5h 55m
- Flight time4h 10m
- Typical cost₹13,530($170)
IndiGo Airlines
+ 2 others4 similiar routes
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Train and Taxi
Take the train to New Jalpaiguri then take a taxi to Darjeeling.
- Duration2 days 5h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost₹5,095($64)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kerala and Darjeeling
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kerala to Darjeeling by plane, taxi, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a taxi which costs around ₹5,095 ($64) and will take around 2 days 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹13,530 ($170).
The distance between Kerala and Darjeeling is around 2,238km (1,391 miles).
It takes around 6h 35m to get from Kerala and Darjeeling by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 18h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Kerala to Darjeeling is to fly which takes around 5h 55m and will set you back approx ₹13,530 ($170).
The cheapest way to travel between Kerala and Darjeeling, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take a taxi which will typically cost around ₹5,095 ($64) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kerala and Darjeeling. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (COK) to Bagdogra (IXB). instead which will take 5h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kerala and Darjeeling. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (COK) to Bagdogra (IXB). instead which will take 5h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kerala and Darjeeling. Flights depart from Trivandrum (TRV) and arrive at Bagdogra (IXB) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 5h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Kerala to Darjeeling. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 6h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kerala to Darjeeling typically takes around 5h 20m. Flights depart from Trivandrum (TRV) 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 Kerala and Darjeeling. The distance is around 2,911km (1,809 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 18h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kerala to Darjeeling is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 35m and will usually cost around ₹23,715 ($300).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kerala and Darjeeling
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly to Bagdogra (IXB) + 4 similar | 5h 55m | ₹13,530($170) | on demand | 2,449km (1,522 miles) |
| Fly to Bagdogra (IXB) | 6hrs | ₹17,750($225) | on demand | 2,345km (1,457 miles) |
| Fly to Bagdogra (IXB) | 6hrs | ₹17,030($215) | on demand | 2,238km (1,391 miles) |
| Fly | 6h 35m | ₹23,715($300) | on demand | 3,432km (2,133 miles) |
| Taxi and Plane | 6h 10m | ₹16,715($210) | on demand | 2,354km (1,462 miles) |
Train and Taxi + 1 similar | 2 days 5h | ₹5,095($64) | twice a week | 3,196km (1,986 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Taxi | 2 days 5h | ₹6,765($85) | once daily | 3,240km (2,013 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 18h | ₹23,635($295) | on demand | 2,911km (1,809 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kerala and Darjeeling
Airlines
IndiGo Airlines
GoAir
AirAsia India
Vistara
Air India Limited
Train operators
Indian Railways
Bus companies
Parveen Travels
Airports near Darjeeling
The following major airports near Darjeeling offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.
Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
- Distance
- 40km (25 miles) from Darjeeling
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
- Distance
- 347km (215 miles) from Darjeeling
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
- Distance
- 355km (220 miles) from Darjeeling