Chasing Kanchenjunga: An Ahmedabad Wanderer’s Journey to Darjeeling: Ahmedabad to Darjeeling

The majestic Darjeeling is one of the best hill stations in West Bengal. How to reach Ahmedabad to Darjeeling, is a common question for Adventure seekers and nature lovers. In this blog, I will certainly guide you in this case. So let’s discuss the different ways to reach Darjeeling from Ahmedabad

How to Reach Darjeeling from Ahmedabad?

There are three possible ways to reach…

Ahmedabad to Darjeeling by Air

Fly Ahmedabad to Bagdogra:

The nearest airport to Darjeeling is Bagdogra. Darjeeling is 90 km away from Bagdogra. You can find several connecting flights from Ahmedabad with a layover in Delhi or Kolkata. Then take a cab to rent and reach Darjeeling

Ahmedabad to Darjeeling Flight

Time in Ahmedabad		Time in Bagdogra	Time Need	Category	Air Fare
5:55 AM	Indigo	4:20 PM	10 hr 25 min	1 stop	Rs. 6348
6:10 AM	Spicejet	3:40 PM	9 hr 30 min	1 stop	Rs. 7727
7:50 AM	Air India	12:25 PM	4 hr 35 min	1 stop	Rs. 8006
4:55 AM	Air India	9:55 AM	5 hr	1 stop	Rs. 8419
11:45 AM	Indigo	11:50 AM	12 hr 5 min	1 Stop	Rs. 6940
7:00 AM	Indigo	4:20 PM	9 hr 20 min	1 Stop	Rs. 7426
11:25 PM	Indigo	9:25 AM	10 hr	1 stop	Rs.7426
4:20 AM	Indigo	10:55 AM	6 hr 35 min	1 stop	Rs. 8003
6:45 AM	Air India	12:25 PM	5 hr 40 min	1 stop	Rs.9409

Ahmedabad to Darjeeling train

There is no direct train from Ahmedabad to Darjeeling. But there is a direct train from Ahmedabad to New Jalpaiguri. NJP is the nearest railway station. Ahmedabad to NJP distance is 2087 km by train takes about 32 hours.

The train journey is comfortable and budget-friendly. If the direct train is unavailable, board a train up to Kolkata or Patna. Ahmedabad to Darjeeling (NJP) minimum ticket price is about Rs. 500/-

Train name and number	Starting station	Duration	Ending station	Fare
15635-Guwahati Express	Ahmedabad	1 day 23 hr 15 min	NJP	Rs. 815 min
15667-Kamakhya Exp	Ahmedabad	1 day 23 hr 15 min	NJP	Rs. 505 min

After reaching New Jalpaiguri or Siliguri, book a car or shared taxi or bus to Darjeeling. It will take 3 hours to travel a 70 km distance

Ahmedabad to Sikkim train:

There are no such direct trains from Ahmedabad to Sikkim. First, you have to go to New Jalpaiguri or Siliguri. These two stations are well connected to the major cities of the country by train.

Ahmedabad to Darjeeling by Road

If you are adventurous and prefer a road trip then this will be an unforgettable experience. The trip will be through diverse landscapes from the desert to the green tea garden.

It will take around 40 hours to reach Darjeeling from Ahmedabad. It will be a long journey but full of remarkable memories. Though it will be a challenging one.

Travel Tips for the Ahmedabad to Darjeeling Journey

• Advance Booking: You can go by air, train, or car and book your seat in advance, especially in peak seasons like summer vacation Puja Vacation, or any festivals or holidays. You can book a train seat 120 days in advance.

• Travel Essentials: As you are going to a hill area you have to pack warm clothes with you. You must wear comfortable shoes suitable for Darjeeling and carry an Umbrella or raincoat

• Acclimatization: If you are planning to trek or hike then check your health conditions and must acclimatize to high altitudes. also, carry necessary emergency medicines

• Carry ID Proof: Carry one of your photo identity proofs to get the necessary permission and check-ins in hotels

Remember: This is just a Helping post. research your own find out different options and make your trip to your preferences and budget. Have a wonderful time exploring Darjeeling

Conclusion

So here we can conclude the most convenient way to travel to Darjeeling from Ahmedabad is first to fly up to Bagdogra and from there book a cab or shared taxi to Darjeeling. But this is not cost-effective. For low-cost travel, you have to board a train to New Jalpaiguri and then by car.

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