Begusarai to Tumlong
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Begusarai, Bihar to Tumlong, Sikkim.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Begusarai to Tumlong
430 km · ~9h 16m · About 9h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Begusarai
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
130 km · 2h 36m drive from previous stop
Arrive in TumlongTumlong, Sikkim
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Begusarai to Tumlong
430 km · ~9h 33m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Begusarai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Begusarai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Begusarai → Tumlong
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~430 km
~9h 33m|Tentative fare ₹470–₹1,250
- Arrive in Tumlong
Tumlong, Sikkim
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Begusarai to Tumlong
Nearest railway stations: Begu Sarai for Begusarai, New Jalpaiguri (about 83 km away) for Tumlong.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Begusarai to Tumlong: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Begusarai to Tumlong is about 430 km by road, roughly 8.6 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 430 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹15,809 · Ertiga ₹20,061 · Innova ₹20,912 · Innova Crysta ₹25,839 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹35,370
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹470 · AC Seater ₹770 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹690 · AC Sleeper ₹990 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,250
- Train: Sleeper ₹290 · Economy ₹460 · Third AC ₹630 · Second AC ₹890 · First AC ₹1,230
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Tumlong.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Begusarai to Tumlong. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
Hotels in Tumlong
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Things to Do in Tumlong
Visit Labrang Monastery
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Visit Phensang Monastery
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Visit Hee Gyathang Monastery
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Suggested Tumlong Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Tumlong
- Travel from Begusarai to Tumlong (about 8.6 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Labrang Monastery
Day 2Last sights and departure
- Visit Phensang Monastery
- Head back to Begusarai
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