How To Reach Kalimpong
State rank: 14 out of 35 Places To Visit In West Bengal
The nearest airport to the city is Bagdogra in Siliguri, almost 50 km away from Kalimpong. The nearest railhead is New Jalpaiguri, which is well connected to cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata.
How to Reach Kalimpong by Flight
Kalimpong does not have its own airport. The nearest airport is Bagdogra airport in Siliguri. On reaching the airport, you can hire a taxi to get to Kalimpong, which will take you around 2 hours.
Nearest Airport: BAGDOGRA - 43 kms from Kalimpong
Tentative return flight prices to Bagdogra from major cities in India:
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| Starting City | Return price (approximate) | |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | ₹ 13,028 Non-stop | Check Details |
| New Delhi | ₹ 6,374 Non-stop | Check Details |
| Bengaluru | ₹ 8,795 Non-stop | Check Details |
| Chennai | ₹ 11,630 Non-stop | Check Details |
| Hyderabad | ₹ 9,384 | Check Details |
| Kolkata | ₹ 5,488 Non-stop | Check Details |
How to Reach Kalimpong by Road
There are regular buses to Kalimpong from cities like Gangtok and Siliguri. Alternatively, you can also drive down to Kalimpong from nearby cities like Siliguri, Darjeeling and Kurseong. The road network is quite good with a stunning view of the mountains.
How to Reach Kalimpong by Train
The nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri, 72 km from the main town. It connects all the major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Cochin, Chennai, etc.
Kalimpong Packages
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Dazzle with Darjeeling, Kalimpong & Gangtok | 6 Days 5 Nights
₹ 16,380 onwards
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Romance in Gangtok, North Sikkim & 2 places | 8 Days 7 Nights
₹ 20,999 onwards
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Romantic Kalimpong, Darjeeling & 2 places | 8 Days 7 Nights
₹ 24,000 onwards
Local Transport in Kalimpong
Buses, cars, trains and ferries are common modes of transport in Kalimpong. Jeeps can also be hired on a daily basis.
Most Frequently Searched Routes to Kalimpong
| Route Name | Distance | Time | More Information |
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| Siliguri to Kalimpong | 67.1 km | 2 hours 15 mins | View Details |
| Kolkata to Kalimpong | 623 km | 13 hours 57 mins | View Details |
| Delhi to Kalimpong | 1,551 km | 1 day 2 hours | View Details |
| Mumbai to Kalimpong | 2,412 km | 1 day 15 hours | View Details |