Kolkata to Pelling Distance
The road distance between Kolkata and Pelling is approximately 700+ km, and the drive usually takes around 16 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Pelling, with a total travel time of approximately 8 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
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Kolkata
Siliguri
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
7h 55m
₹7,584
Onwards
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Kolkata
Siliguri
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
14h 20m
₹3,838
Onwards
Kolkata
Siliguri
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
18h 5m
₹4,828
Onwards
Via Siliguri, Jalpaiguri
Kolkata
Siliguri
Jalpaiguri
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
8h 39m
On Demand
Via Siliguri, Darjeeling
Kolkata
Siliguri
Darjeeling
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
9h 38m
₹6,708
Onwards
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Kolkata
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
16h 16m
₹12,318
Onwards
Via Siliguri, Kalimpong
Kolkata
Siliguri
Kalimpong
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
8h 13m
₹10,679
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Via Siliguri, Gangtok
Kolkata
Siliguri
Gangtok
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
11h 3m
₹7,536
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Via Purnia, Siliguri
Kolkata
Purnia
Siliguri
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
11h 45m
₹6,228
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Via Islampur, Jalpaiguri
Kolkata
Islampur
Jalpaiguri
Pelling
Approx Travel Time
14h 34m
On Demand
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Kolkata and Pelling?
The distance between Kolkata and Pelling is approximately 700+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Kolkata and Pelling?
The straight-line distance is approximately 500+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Kolkata to Pelling by road?
It takes around 16 hours by road.
What is the distance from Kolkata to Pelling via Siliguri?
Via Siliguri, the distance is approximately 550+ km, taking around 8 hours.
Does the distance from Kolkata to Pelling change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 700+ km via the direct route to 550+ km via Siliguri, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Kolkata and Pelling 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 Kolkata and Pelling?
The driving distance is 700+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 500+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
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