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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gangtok to Kathmandu

Composite routes from Gangtok to Kathmandu

Cheapest
8 h 44 min
Car
595 km.
from $32
Other
3 h 12 min
Plane
326 km.
from $145.17
20 h 55 min
326 km.
from $39.61
14 h 35 min
Bus
326 km.
from $56.80
15 h 55 min
Taxi, Train
327 km.
from $147.82

Transport providers

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from New Jalpaiguri to Raxaul
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$4.33–$95.53

Airlines

Buddha Air Ltd

Website:
buddhaair.com/
Plane from Bhadrapur Airport to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.40–$178.33

Yeti Airlines

Website:
yetiairlines.com/
Plane from Bhadrapur Airport to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.77–$242.02

Bus operators

NBSTC

Phone:
03582222576
Email:
Website:
nbstc.in/
Bus from Siliguri to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.53

Apsara Bus Service

Website:
redbus.in/travels/apsara-bus-service
Bus from Gangtok Deorali Bus Stand to Siliguri
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.95–$5.35

FIFA

Website:
bussewa.com/
Bus from Kakadvitta to Kalanki
Ave. Duration:
12h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.57

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gangtok to Kathmandu?

The cheapest way to get from Gangtok to Kathmandu is to bus which costs $26.09 - $27.17 and takes 20h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gangtok to Kathmandu?

The fastest way to get from Gangtok to Kathmandu is to drive and fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $65.22 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Gangtok and Kathmandu?

No, there is no direct bus from Gangtok to Kathmandu. However, there are services departing from Gangtok Deorali Bus Stand and arriving at Kathmandu via Siliguri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 55m.

How far is it from Gangtok to Kathmandu?

The distance between Gangtok and Kathmandu is 461 km. The road distance is 595.9 km.

How do I travel from Gangtok to Kathmandu without a car?

The best way to get from Gangtok to Kathmandu without a car is to bus which takes 20h 55m and costs $26.09 - $27.17 .

How long does it take to get from Gangtok to Kathmandu?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Gangtok to Kathmandu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gangtok to Kathmandu bus from?

Gangtok to Kathmandu bus services, operated by Apsara Bus Service, depart from Gangtok Deorali Bus Stand station.

Where does the Gangtok to Kathmandu bus arrive?

Gangtok to Kathmandu bus services, operated by Apsara Bus Service, arrive at Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus station.

What is the time difference between Gangtok and Kathmandu?

Kathmandu is 15 min ahead of Gangtok. It is currently 13:52 in Gangtok and 14:07 in Kathmandu.

Can I drive from Gangtok to Kathmandu?

Yes, the driving distance between Gangtok to Kathmandu is 596 km. It takes approximately 8h 45m to drive from Gangtok to Kathmandu.

Where can I stay near Kathmandu?

There are 1241+ hotels available in Kathmandu. Prices start at $9.18 per night.
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