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

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri is to bus and train via Kakarbhitta which costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,700 and takes 21h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri is to fly and drive and line 05749 train which takes 4h 45m and costs ₹14,000 - ₹18,000.

How far is it from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri?

The distance between Kathmandu and Jalpāiguri is 388 km. The road distance is 503.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 38m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Jalpāiguri?

Jalpāiguri is 15 min behind Kathmandu. It is currently 8:51 PM in Kathmandu and 8:36 PM in Jalpāiguri.

Can I drive from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri is 503 km. It takes approximately 8h 3m to drive from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri.

Where can I stay near Jalpāiguri?

There are 22+ hotels available in Jalpāiguri.

Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri by plane, car, train, bus, or taxi

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Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport, drive, line 05749 train
best
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)plane KTM - BDP
2. Drive from Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to New Jalpaiguricar
3. Take the train from New Jalpaiguri to Jalpaiguritrain
4h 45m
₹14,530–17,211
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kathmandu to Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the train from Siliguri Jn to Jalpaiguritrain 07521
19h 38m
₹543–2,950
Drive, train
1. Drive from Kathmandu to Raxaul Jncar
2. Take the train from Raxaul Jn to New Jalpaiguritrain 15656
20h 5m
₹2,160–5,934
Drive 503.3 km
1. Drive from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguricar 503.3 km
8h 3m
₹6,158–8,895
Taxi to Simara Airport, fly, drive
1. Take the taxi from Kathmandu to Simara Airport (SIF)taxi
2. Fly from Simara Airport (SIF) to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)plane SIF - BDP
3. Drive from Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to New Jalpaiguricar
7h 7m
₹16,382–61,508
Bus, train via Kakarbhitta
1. Take the bus from Gaushala to Kakadvittabus
2. Take the train from Siliguri Jn to Jalpaiguritrain 07521
21h 18m
₹1,784–2,644

Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri by bus and train

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19h 38mAverage Duration

₹543Cheapest Price

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Distance: 388.1 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Kathmandu, Nepal and Jalpāiguri, India?

There is no direct connection from Kathmandu to Jalpāiguri. However, you can take the line 5 bus to Tribhuvan International Airport, walk to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) airport, fly to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP), drive to New Jalpaiguri, then take the line 05749 train to Jalpaiguri. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kathmandu to Jalpaiguri via Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus and Siliguri Jn in around 19h 38m.

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