Book a Taxi from New Jalpaiguri (NJP) to Phuentsholing

NJP to Phuentsholing Taxi Rentals

Do you have any plans to travel to Bhutan but wondering about its main attractions? Well, you can have a look at Phuentsholing, a fascinating border town in southern Bhutan. The city has a population of only 27658. It means that you can escape from your crowded and bustling lifestyle and take a rest in the lap of the mesmerizing beauty of Phuentsholing.

If you have finally made up your mind to visit Phuentsholing but don’t know how to get there, we are here to help you from the beginning of your journey until your destination.

NJP to Phuentsholing Taxi Fare

The cost of taking a taxi from NJP to Phuentsholing starts at around 5180 rupees. It can vary based on the car you pick and the time of the trip. The distance is about 170 kilometres, and it usually takes around 4.5 hours to get there, but that can change if there’s a lot of traffic.

Rent a Car Phuentsholing for Phuentsholing Sightseeing

Unlike other cities in Bhutan, Phuentsholing is the perfect mix of ancient cultures, modern life, and beautiful landscapes. The city is a combination of many different ethnic groups where they live peacefully.

Bhutan Gate can be called the prime attraction of Phuentsholing. It is the main gateway to enter Bhutan from India, signifying the traditional Bhutanese architecture. Founded in 1967, Karbandi Monastery is another beautiful place to visit. Its local name is Karbandi Goemba, situated at a height of 400 meters.

A beautiful garden is located near the monastery from where you can get a panoramic view of Phuentsholing. AmoChhu Crocodile Breeding Centre is one of the main attractions of Phuensholing. If you are always curious to know about these deadly creatures, you can visit these crocodile breeding farms. There are plenty of other beautiful places too, but now let’s talk about how you can travel from NJP to Phuentsholing.

NJP to Phuentsholing by Road

Bhutan Post usually operates a bus from New Jalpaiguri to Phuentsholing. The journey takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes depending on the road and traffic conditions. You can even go to Siliguri, and from there you can take a bus to Phuentsholing.

The Bhutan Government buses also depart from Siliguri Bus Station, situated at Hill Cart Road on a daily basis from around 7.30 am and 1.30 pm every day. The bus stays full all the time and it is hard to get a seat.

If you need comfort, you can always look for pre-booked cars. They offer luxury at a cheap price. Here, at Himalayan Wheels, we offer car rental services that are convenient and do not make a hole in your pocket. All you have to do is book our service just one day before your scheduled journey from NJP to Phuentsholing.

NJP to Phuentsholing by Train

Rail and train services are not available in the city. The nearest rail station is at Hasimara. You have to catch a train from NJP to Hasimara and after reaching there, you have to take an auto. The drivers always ask for high fares which are quite problematic for travelers.

How to Return from Phuentsholing

Finally, we have guided you to know all the details related to reaching Phuentsholing from New Jalpaiguri. And now maybe you are thinking about the process of returning. Please don’t worry because here at Himalayan Wheels, we always are here to help you out.

During the time of returning, you can take all the above-mentioned mediums to return. But if you want to return to your home quite comfortably after enjoying the beauty of Phuentsholing, you can opt for our car rental service.

Why You Should Choose Us

There are plenty of reasons for which you can choose our car rental service. As we have already mentioned, the process of booking our car rental service is quite easy and hassle-free. All you have to do is just book our car and we will pick and drop you off from your desired location.

We choose our employees and drivers who are well-behaved. Our drivers are quite supportive too. Most importantly, if you have any complaints regarding our services, you are always welcome to contact us as you already know, here at Himalayan Wheels, the customer is our utmost priority.