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.

Via Purnia, Siliguri
RECOMMENDED
Varanasi
Purnia
Siliguri
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
11h 23m
₹10,279
Onwards
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
Onwards
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
Onwards
Via Purnia, Bahadurganj
FASTEST
Varanasi
Purnia
Bahadurganj
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
8h
₹79,210
Onwards
Via Gaya, Siliguri
Varanasi
Gaya
Siliguri
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
1d 1h 22m
₹1,701
Onwards
Via Gaya, Bahadurganj
Varanasi
Gaya
Bahadurganj
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
19h 5m
₹68,237
Onwards
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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