Varanasi to Gangtok Distance

The road distance between Varanasi and Gangtok is approximately 800+ km, and the drive usually takes around 18 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Gangtok, 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.

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Route map showing distance and travel time from Varanasi, India to Gangtok, India

Via Purnia, Siliguri

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Varanasi

Purnia

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

11h 23m

₹10,279

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Varanasi

Purnia

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

11h 30m

₹10,474

Onwards

Varanasi

Purnia

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

11h 15m

₹13,573

Onwards

Varanasi

Purnia

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

11h 22m

₹13,768

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Via Siliguri

CHEAPEST

Varanasi

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

17h 35m

₹765

Onwards

Via Patna, Siliguri

Varanasi

Patna

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

15h 28m

On Demand

Direct Cab

Varanasi

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

18h 11m

₹19,694

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Via Purnia, Bahadurganj

FASTEST

Varanasi

Purnia

Bahadurganj

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

8h

₹79,210

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Via Gaya, Siliguri

Varanasi

Gaya

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

1d 1h 22m

₹1,701

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Via Gaya, Bahadurganj

Varanasi

Gaya

Bahadurganj

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

19h 5m

₹68,237

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distance between Varanasi and Gangtok?

The distance between Varanasi and Gangtok is approximately 800+ km by road.

What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Varanasi and Gangtok?

The straight-line distance is approximately 600+ km.

How long does it take to travel from Varanasi to Gangtok by road?

It takes around 18 hours by road.

What is the distance from Varanasi to Gangtok via Purnia?

Via Purnia, the distance is approximately 750+ km, taking around 12 hours.

Does the distance from Varanasi to Gangtok change by route?

Yes — the road distance varies from 800+ km via the direct route to 750+ km via Purnia, depending on the path taken.

Does travel time between Varanasi and Gangtok 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 Varanasi and Gangtok?

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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