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How to get fromSikkim to Purniaby taxi, train, bus, night bus, or car

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There are 5 ways to get from Sikkim to Purnia by taxi, train, bus, night bus, or car

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  1. Taxi, train

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Gangtok to New Jalpaiguritaxi taxi
    2. Take the train from New Jalpaiguri to Katihar Jntrain train 12423 / ...
    6h 9m
    ₹4,419–7,192

  2. Bus, train

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Deorali Bus Stop to Siliguri - SNT Bus Standbus bus
    2. Take the train from Siliguri Jn to Purnia Jntrain train 15724
    11h 6m
    ₹465–2,091

  3. Bus, night bus

    1. Take the bus from Deorali Bus Stop to Siliguri - SNT Bus Standbus bus
    2. Take the night bus from Siliguri - Night Super Travel Agency to Purnia Zero Milenightbus night bus
    11h 10m
    ₹775–1,501

  4. Drive 275.4 km

    1. Drive from Gangtok to Purniacar car 275.4 km
    4h 9m
    ₹3,090–4,463

  5. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Gangtok to Purniataxi taxi 275.4 km
    4h 9m
    ₹9,000–12,000

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 327.1 km
  • Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Sikkim, India and Purnia, India?

There is no direct connection from Sikkim to Purnia. However, you can take the taxi to New Jalpaiguri, take the train to Katihar Jn, then take the line 07557 train to Purnia Jn. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Deorali Bus Stop to Purnia via Siliguri - SNT Bus Stand, Siliguri - Night Super Travel Agency, and Purnia in around 11h 10m.

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