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.

Via Purnia, Bahadurganj
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Varanasi
Purnia
Bahadurganj
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
8h
On Demand
Varanasi
Purnia
Bahadurganj
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
9h 31m
On Demand
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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CHEAPEST
Varanasi
Patna
Siliguri
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
1d 1h 14m
₹1,669
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Varanasi
Patna
Siliguri
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
12h 35m
On Demand
Via Purnia, Siliguri
Varanasi
Purnia
Siliguri
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
11h 53m
₹9,680
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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
Approx Travel Time
15h 18m
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Direct Options
Varanasi
Gangtok
Approx Travel Time
15h 44m
₹15,120
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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.

