Kolkata to Darjeeling by tempo traveller or bus

Darjeeling is a hill station destination in West Bengal, ≈ 606 km from Kolkata. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.

Kolkata to Darjeeling is ≈ 606 km by road, 14–18 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A 3-day round trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹35,800–44,200, and ₹79,200–1,07,200 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).

Distance
≈ 606 km
estimated
Drive time
14–18 h
group vehicle
Plan for
3 to 4 days
most groups
Round trip
~1333 km
within the state
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Kolkata to Darjeeling fare by vehicle

Round trip with driver over 3 days, about 1333 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.

Kolkata to Darjeeling: indicative fares by vehicle
VehicleSeatsRound trip, 3 daysQuotes
SUV / Innova6–7₹24,600–33,000Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 12-seater9–12₹30,200–38,600Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 17-seater13–17₹35,800–44,200Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater18–26₹41,400–52,600Get quotes
Force Urbania (luxury van)10–17₹47,000–61,000Get quotes
Mini Bus 28–35 seater27–35₹58,200–79,200Get quotes
AC Coach 40–49 seater36–49₹79,200–1,07,200Get quotes
AC Coach 50–56 seater50–56₹93,200–1,21,200Get quotes

Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.

Change the days or stops in the fare calculatorRates per km for every vehicle

Add to the trip: around Darjeeling

Distances in the hills are straight-line; the road is longer.

  • Namchi · ≈ 17 km from Darjeeling (straight-line)
  • Mirik · ≈ 19 km from Darjeeling (straight-line)
  • Kalimpong · ≈ 20 km from Darjeeling (straight-line)
  • Pelling · ≈ 29 km from Darjeeling (straight-line)
  • Siliguri · ≈ 37 km from Darjeeling (straight-line)
  • Gangtok · ≈ 47 km from Darjeeling (straight-line)

Good to know

  • Hill roads are slow and winding: plan for the lower end of daily distance and choose a vehicle with pushback seats and good ground clearance.
  • On long days, drivers need rest. Operators usually plan one driver per 300–350 km a day; ask for two drivers for longer stretches.
  • Quotes usually include fuel, driver, and his food and stay. Tolls, parking and state taxes are listed separately. Yippigo shows each quote line by line.

Questions groups ask

How far is Darjeeling from Kolkata by road?

≈ 606 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 1333 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 14–18 hours with tea and meal stops; the hill roads near the end are slower.

What is the tempo traveller fare from Kolkata to Darjeeling?

For a 3-day round trip with driver: ₹30,200–38,600 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹35,800–44,200 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹41,400–52,600 (Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater), indicative, October 2026. That covers vehicle hire, the driver allowance, night halts and 5% GST; tolls and parking are extra.

How much does a bus from Kolkata to Darjeeling cost?

For a 3-day round trip with driver: ₹58,200–79,200 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹79,200–1,07,200 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹93,200–1,21,200 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.

How many days should a group plan for Darjeeling?

Most groups make it 3 to 4 days. With an extra day you can add Namchi and Mirik.

Which vehicle suits my group?

Up to 7 people fit an SUV or Innova; 9–26 a tempo traveller; 27–35 a mini bus; 36–56 a full-size coach. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.

How do I get exact prices?

Post your dates and group size on Yippigo. Up to 6 verified operators near Kolkata are invited to quote, aiming for 3 quotes: vehicle, driver, tolls and permits line by line. You compare and pay the operator you choose an advance (20–30%) directly.

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