Gangtok to Varanasi Distance
The road distance between Gangtok and Varanasi is approximately 800+ km, and the drive usually takes around 18 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. If you're travelling by air, Varanasi Airport is the nearest airport to Varanasi, located about 19 km away from the city centre. Flying is the fastest way to reach Varanasi, with a total travel time of approximately 9 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.

Via Siliguri, Purnia
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Gangtok
Siliguri
Purnia
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
12h 9m
On Demand
Gangtok
Siliguri
Purnia
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
10h 37m
On Demand
Gangtok
Siliguri
Purnia
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
12h 7m
On Demand
Gangtok
Siliguri
Purnia
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
10h 35m
On Demand
Via Bahadurganj, Purnia
FASTEST
Gangtok
Bahadurganj
Purnia
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
8h 52m
On Demand
Via Siliguri, Patna
Gangtok
Siliguri
Patna
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
16h 40m
On Demand
CHEAPEST
Gangtok
Siliguri
Patna
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
1d 1h 5m
₹1,690
Onwards
Via Bahadurganj, Patna
Gangtok
Bahadurganj
Patna
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
13h 54m
On Demand
Gangtok
Bahadurganj
Patna
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
20h 54m
₹8,816
Onwards
Direct Cab
Gangtok
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
17h 38m
₹14,788
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Gangtok and Varanasi?
The distance between Gangtok and Varanasi is approximately 800+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Gangtok and Varanasi?
The straight-line distance is approximately 600+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Gangtok to Varanasi by road?
It takes around 18 hours by road.
What is the distance from Gangtok to Varanasi via Siliguri?
Via Siliguri, the distance is approximately 750+ km, taking around 17 hours.
Does the distance from Gangtok to Varanasi change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 800+ km via the direct route to 750+ km via Siliguri, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Gangtok and Varanasi vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Gangtok and Varanasi?
The driving distance is 800+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 600+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
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