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

The cheapest way to get from Gangtok to Lachen is to drive and fly and train which costs SFr 330 - SFr 850 and takes 20h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gangtok to Lachen is to taxi and fly and train which takes 17h and costs SFr 320 - SFr 850.

How far is it from Gangtok to Lachen?

The distance between Gangtok and Lachen is 7289 km. The road distance is 9355 km.

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

It takes approximately 17h to get from Gangtok to Lachen, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Gangtok and Lachen?

Lachen is 3h 30m behind Gangtok. It is currently 6:27 PM in Gangtok and 2:57 PM in Lachen.

Can I drive from Gangtok to Lachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gangtok to Lachen is 9355 km. It takes approximately 5 days 2h to drive from Gangtok to Lachen.

Where can I stay near Lachen?

There are 374+ hotels available in Lachen.

Gangtok to Lachen - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gangtok to Lachen by taxi, plane, train, or car

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Taxi to Bagdogra Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
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1. Take the taxi from Gangtok to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)taxi
2. Fly from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane IXB - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Lachen SZtrain
17h
CHF 323–849
Drive 9,355 km
1. Drive from Gangtok to Lachencar 9,355 km
5d 2h
CHF 1,529–2,208
Drive to Bhadrapur Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Drive from Gangtok to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)car
2. Fly from Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BDP - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Lachen SZtrain
20h 20m
CHF 332–828
Taxi to Bagdogra Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Gangtok to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)taxi
2. Fly from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane IXB - MUC
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from St. Margrethen SG to Sarganstrain
22h 46m
CHF 438–1,528

Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

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15h 27mAverage Duration

CHF 277Cheapest Price

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Distance: 7,289.4 km
Duration: 17h

What companies run services between Gangtok, India and Lachen, Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland?

There is no direct connection from Gangtok to Lachen. However, you can take the taxi to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) airport, fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH), walk to Zürich Flughafen, then take the train to Lachen SZ. Alternatively, you can drive from Gangtok to Lachen in around 5d 2h.

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