People travelling to Gangtok from different parts of India often board a train to New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station. After getting off at the station, booking a reliable taxi is one of the most convenient options, especially for families and travelers carrying luggage. Since 2003, Jayanti Travels has been offering Taxi service from NJP to Gangtok at affordable fares that eliminates the post-train journey hassle through doorstep transfers.
Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, is a highly popular tourist destination due to its clean surroundings, scenic mountain views, and modern facilities. Some of the well-known places to visit in and around Gangtok include Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Enchey Monastery, and the famous Rumtek Monastery. You can cover all of these sights comfortably with our Sikkim Tour Package.
When you book a private taxi service from NJP to Gangtok, the journey is smooth and easy to plan. The drive is roughly 120 km and usually takes four to five hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. The route goes through Siliguri, Sevoke and Rangpo, with views of the Teesta river and green hills along the way. Our drivers know these mountain roads well, so you can relax after a long train journey. To book, call us with your travel date and train arrival time, and we will arrange your pickup from NJP station.
Other major tourist places in Sikkim would be the famous Lake Tsomgo which is around 40 km away from the capital of Gangtok. The lake remains frozen except during the months of May to September. Permits are required for Indian nationals to travel higher up which includes the Indo-China border called the Nathula Pass and the Baba Mandir, which is maintained by the Indian army.
The adventurous road trip from NJP to Gangtok is around 120 km apart and the 5-hour road trip is made more beautiful by the presence of river Teesta along the highway to Sikkim. While traveling from Siliguri, you shall have to pass through the Rangpo checkpoint where you might be asked to show your photo ID proof.
We have direct taxi services for the road trip from NJP to Gangtok. You can choose from our list of vehicles that you can choose according to your need. We offer Tata Sumo, Toyota, Innova, Xylo and Wagon R which are the best cars for the hilly region of Sikkim. The road to Gangtok takes about 4-5 hours depending upon the condition of the road as well as traffic.
The route taken for travelling from NJP to Gangtok takes you through the bustling plains of North Bengal to the enchanting hills of Sikkim.
Here is a detailed breakdown of the route:
| Vehicle Type | Model | Seater | Per Km Rate | Fare | Included Km |
| HATCHBACK | Indica, Swift or similar* | 4 | INR 7 | INR 5,305 | 50 Km |
| SEDAN | Dzire, Etios or similar* | 4 | INR 9 | INR 5,464 | 50 Km |
| SUV | Innova, Xylo or similar* | 6 | INR 12 | INR 6,108 | 50 Km |
