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How to travel from Bagdogra to Gangtok

If you are planning to experience the calmness and the beauty of a scenic city to get relief from your hectic lifestyle but know nothing about the transportation system needed to travel from Bagdogra to Gangtok, we are here to help you. Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim, a state located in northeastern India. Gangtok is usually known as the paradise of Buddhists. One can see many tourist places in Gangtok such as many Buddhist monasteries, Nathula Pass, Tsomgo Lake, etc. which make the city a must-visit destination for travelers. Situated near the eastern Himalayan range, the city is a perfect example of a modern, resort town style with ancient spiritual beliefs and impressive natural heritage.

Places to Visit in Gangtok

Just 35 km away from Gangtok, Tsogmo Lake is an attractive place to visit in Gangtok. The lake is famous for its color-changing waters. In the monsoon, the water of the lake is deep and blue whereas, in the time of winter, the lake usually freezes into ice.

Situated on the Indo-Chinese border, Nathula Pass is also an attractive place to visit in Gangtok. Many tourists flock here every year to enjoy the scenic beauty of the waterfalls that gush along the way from Gangtok to Nathu La. This place is also ideal to enjoy the snow-peaked mountains.

Just 24 km away from Gangtok, you should not miss visiting Rumtek Monastery. As it is the most sacred monasteries in Sikkim, people from all around the world come here to take blessings of the Lord Buddha.

Bagdogra to Gangtok by Road

The bus service is available from Bagdogra to Gangtok. It usually takes 4 to 5 hours to reach Gangtok depending on the road condition. But we always recommend you to get a Sikkim registered vehicle because only they have the permission to enter Sikkim.

As you can see, travelling from Bagdogra to Gangtok is full of hassles. You have to change multiple vehicles due to the permit issue. But if you rent a car from Himalayan Wheels, you don't have to bear the hassle of changing cars.

Bagdogra to Gangtok by Train

Gangtok does not have a railway station. The nearest rail station is New Jalpaiguri Junction which is 120 km away from Gangtok. NJP connects Gangtok with India's major cities like Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai and, many more. So after reaching NJP, you can opt for our car rental service which will drop you directly to Gangtok.

Bagdogra to Gangtok by Air

Gangtok does not have an airport either. The nearest airport of the city is Bagdogra which is 124 km away. This particular airport has a connection with the major cities of India. So after reaching Bagdogra, you can take a bus or taxi to travel from Bagdogra to Gangtok.

Finally, you have come to know about how to travel from Bagdogra to Gangtok and you have realized that the best car rental service provider is none other than Himalayan Wheels. Himalayan Wheels is the best choice which provides the best journey experience at a reasonable price. So, next time you travel don't forget to try us once and feel the difference.