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Bongaigaon to Cooch Behar

The distance from Bongaigaon to Cooch Behar is about 140 km by road, roughly 3 hours (estimated). Cooch Behar is well connected by national and state highways. NH 17 and NH 27 are

140 kmDistance
3 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,270
Ertiga₹6,687
Innova₹6,971
Innova Crysta₹8,613
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹150
AC Seater₹250
Non-AC Sleeper₹220
AC Sleeper₹320
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹440
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Train
Sleeper₹110
Economy₹170
Third AC₹230
Second AC₹310
First AC₹420
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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.

Overview

The distance from Bongaigaon to Cooch Behar is about 140 km by road, roughly 3 hours (estimated). Cooch Behar is well connected by national and state highways. NH 17 and NH 27 are the principal highways and are the best ways to get here from Siliguri or Guwahati.

Route Map

By Car: Bongaigaon to Cooch Behar

140 km · ~2h 48m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Bongaigaon

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 140 km · 2h 48m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Cooch Behar

    Cooch Behar, West Bengal

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: Bongaigaon to Cooch Behar

140 km · ~3h 7m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Bongaigaon

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bongaigaon. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Bongaigaon → Cooch Behar

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~140 km

    ~3h 7m|Tentative fare ₹150–₹440

  3. Arrive in Cooch Behar

    Cooch Behar, West Bengal

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Bongaigaon to Cooch Behar

Nearest railway stations: Bongaigaon for Bongaigaon, New Cooch Behar for Cooch Behar.

Direct trains

DIBRUGARH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp#12235 · Rajdhani
08:10 AMBongaigaon
1h 53m14 stops
10:03 AMNew Cooch Behar
DIBRUGARH TOWN - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp#12423 · Rajdhani
09:16 AMBongaigaon
1h 48m18 stops
11:04 AMNew Cooch Behar
Guwahati-New Delhi Rajdhani Express#22423 · Rajdhani
09:17 AMBongaigaon
1h 47m14 stops
11:04 AMNew Cooch Behar
GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL EXP#12516 · Superfast
09:40 AMNew Bongaigaon
1h 50m15 stops
11:30 AMNew Cooch Behar
GUWAHATI - BENGALURU (Kaziranga) SF Express#12510 · Superfast
09:40 AMNew Bongaigaon
1h 50m15 stops
11:30 AMNew Cooch Behar

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.

Hotels in Cooch Behar

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Things to Do in Cooch Behar

Bhavani Cinema Hall

Good place for movies in a busy street. Mostly Bengali movies are aired.

Jaya Cinemas

One of the best places to watch movies in the town. Refreshment facilities are available too.

New Cinema Hall

Great place to watch movies with friends and family. Mostly Bengali and occasionally Hindi movies are aired.

SVF Cinemas

A multiplex in the town airing Hindi and Bengali movies. Refreshment facilities are also available.

Narendra Narayan Park

A great park to go to with family and kids. It has a child-playing area and features a toy train.

Cooch Behar Stadium

Cooch Behar Stadium is worth a visit while in Cooch Behar.

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Suggested Cooch Behar Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Cooch Behar

  • Travel from Bongaigaon to Cooch Behar (about 3 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Madan Mohan temple

Day 2Explore Cooch Behar

  • Visit Cooch Behar Palace
  • Visit European Cemetery
  • Visit Baneswar Shiva Temple

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Sagardighi
  • Head back to Bongaigaon
Suggested from Cooch Behar's top sights.

Travel Tips

Cooch Behar is well connected by national and state highways.

Budget Estimate

road

140 km

3 hours

Approximately 140 km by road from Bongaigaon to Cooch Behar, roughly 3 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

140 km

The nearest railway station to Cooch Behar is Cooch Behar railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Cooch Behar from Bongaigaon?

About 140 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Cooch Behar?

Bagdogra Airport (IXB), about 119 km away.

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