Varanasi to Gangtok Distance

The road distance between Varanasi and Gangtok is approximately 800+ 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 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, Bahadurganj

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Varanasi

Purnia

Bahadurganj

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

8h

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Varanasi

Purnia

Bahadurganj

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

9h 31m

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Via Patna, Bahadurganj

Varanasi

Patna

Bahadurganj

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

13h 42m

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Via Patna, Siliguri

Varanasi

Patna

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

15h 33m

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Varanasi

Patna

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

1d 1h 14m

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Varanasi

Patna

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

12h 35m

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Via Purnia, Siliguri

Varanasi

Purnia

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

11h 53m

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Varanasi

Purnia

Siliguri

Gangtok

Approx Travel Time

12h 4m

₹9,875

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Via Darbhanga, Bahadurganj

Varanasi

Darbhanga

Bahadurganj

Gangtok

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15h 18m

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Gangtok

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15h 44m

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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 16 hours by road.

What is the distance from Varanasi to Gangtok via Purnia?

Via Purnia, the distance is approximately 750+ km, taking around 8 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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