What is the cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Darjeeling?

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Darjeeling is to train and taxi which costs ₹2,900 - ₹6,500 and takes 13h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Varanasi to Darjeeling?

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Darjeeling is to fly and taxi which takes 7h 50m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹23,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Darjeeling?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Darjeeling. However, there are services departing from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Darjeeling via Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 4m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Darjeeling?

The distance between Varanasi and Darjeeling is 653 km. The road distance is 671.8 km.

How do I travel from Varanasi to Darjeeling without a car?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Darjeeling without a car is to train and taxi which takes 13h 41m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹6,500.

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Darjeeling?

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Varanasi to Darjeeling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Darjeeling bus from?

Varanasi to Darjeeling bus services, operated by Ashok Tour And Travels, depart from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where does the Varanasi to Darjeeling bus arrive?

Varanasi to Darjeeling bus services, operated by Ashok Tour And Travels, arrive at Siliguri, West Bengal station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Darjeeling?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Darjeeling is 672 km. It takes approximately 10h 19m to drive from Varanasi to Darjeeling.

Where can I stay near Darjeeling?

There are 819+ hotels available in Darjeeling.

Varanasi to Darjeeling - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Varanasi to Darjeeling by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Bagdogra Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)plane VNS - IXB
2. Take the taxi from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Darjeelingtaxi
7h 50m
₹10,821–22,450
Train, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to New Jalpaiguritrain 20504 / ...
2. Take the taxi from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeelingtaxi
13h 41m
₹2,990–6,131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Siliguri, West Bengalbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Siliguri, West Bengal
2. Take the bus from Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminus to Darjeelingbus
21h 4m
Drive 671.8 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Darjeelingcar 671.8 km
10h 19m
₹7,575–10,941
Fly to Bhadrapur Airport, drive
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)plane VNS - BDP
2. Drive from Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to Darjeelingcar
7h 57m
₹5,971–32,550
Fly to Biratnagar Airport, drive
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Biratnagar Airport (BIR)plane VNS - BIR
2. Drive from Biratnagar Airport (BIR) to Darjeelingcar
9h 40m
₹7,021–36,150
Fly to Tumlingtar, drive
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tumlingtar (TMI)plane VNS - TMI
2. Drive from Tumlingtar (TMI) to Darjeelingcar
26h 10m
₹8,521–37,550
Bus via Patna
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Patnabus
2. Take the bus from Patna to Siliguri, West Bengalbus
3. Take the bus from Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminus to Darjeelingbus
23h 45m

Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) flights

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5h 28mAverage Duration

₹7,875Cheapest Price

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Distance: 652.8 km
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Darjeeling, India?

You can take a bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Darjeeling via Siliguri, West Bengal and Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminus in around 21h 4m.

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