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

The cheapest way to get from Thimphu to Gangtok is to taxi and fly which costs ₹34,000 - ₹45,000 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thimphu to Gangtok is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹34,000 - ₹45,000.

How far is it from Thimphu to Gangtok?

The distance between Thimphu and Gangtok is 305 km.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Thimphu to Gangtok, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Thimphu and Gangtok?

Gangtok is 30 min behind Thimphu. It is currently 11:33 AM in Thimphu and 11:03 AM in Gangtok.

Where can I stay near Gangtok?

There are 378+ hotels available in Gangtok.

Thimphu to Gangtok - 2 ways to travel via taxi, plane, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Thimphu to Gangtok by taxi, plane, or car

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Taxi, fly to Bagdogra Airport
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1. Take the taxi from Thimphu to Paro Airport (PBH)taxi
2. Fly from Paro Airport (PBH) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)plane PBH - IXB
3. Take the taxi from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Gangtoktaxi
3h 20m
₹34,726–44,067
Taxi, fly to Bhadrapur Airport, drive
1. Take the taxi from Thimphu to Paro Airport (PBH)taxi
2. Fly from Paro Airport (PBH) to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)plane PBH - BDP
3. Drive from Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to Gangtokcar
6h 24m
₹52,226–79,367

Paro Airport (PBH) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) flights

2Weekly Planes

45 minAverage Duration

₹4,255Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305.1 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Thimphu, Bhutan and Gangtok, India?

There is no direct connection from Thimphu to Gangtok. However, you can take the taxi to Paro Airport (PBH) airport, fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB), then take the taxi to Gangtok. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Paro Airport (PBH) airport, fly to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP), then drive to Gangtok.

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