Gangtok to Jamshedpur
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Gangtok, Sikkim to Jamshedpur, Jharkhand.
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: Gangtok to Jamshedpur
730 km · ~15h 56m · About 15h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Gangtok
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
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.
65 km · 1h 18m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 365Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 515Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 665Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
65 km · 1h 18m drive from previous stop
Arrive in JamshedpurJamshedpur, Jharkhand
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: Gangtok to Jamshedpur
730 km · ~16h 13m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Gangtok
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Gangtok. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Gangtok → Jamshedpur
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~730 km
~16h 13m|Tentative fare ₹800–₹2,090
- Arrive in Jamshedpur
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Gangtok to Jamshedpur
Nearest railway stations: Darjeeling (about 48 km away) for Gangtok, Tatanagar Jn for Jamshedpur.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
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.
Gangtok to Jamshedpur: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Gangtok to Jamshedpur is about 730 km by road, roughly 14.6 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 730 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹28,061 · Ertiga ₹35,726 · Innova ₹37,259 · Innova Crysta ₹45,924 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹63,320
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹800 · AC Seater ₹1,310 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,170 · AC Sleeper ₹1,680 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,090
- Train: Sleeper ₹470 · Economy ₹760 · Third AC ₹1,050 · Second AC ₹1,490 · First AC ₹2,070
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 Jamshedpur.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Gangtok to Jamshedpur. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Darjeeling60 km from Gangtok
West Bengal
- Purnia270 km from Gangtok
Bihar
- Dumka475 km from Gangtok
- Dhanbad585 km from Gangtok
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Things to Do in Jamshedpur
Dalma Hill
Drive 20 min through Tata-Purulia Highway towards Purulia. There is a driveway from the base to the top of the hill, where you can stay.
Gol Pahari
This temple is atop a small hill and offers a panoramic view of the city.
Bhatia Park
This park is at Shastri Nagar along the banks of the Kharkhai river.
Bhubaneshwari Temple
Located in Telco, atop a small hill. Offers a panoramic view of the city, and the scenic surroundings (breathtaking view of a meandering river.)
Dimna Lake
Located approximately 13 km from the centre of the township. It is a manmade lake built by Tata Steel for water supply to the town.
Hudco Lake
Located in Telco Colony, is a beautiful park and picnic spot with an artificial waterfall and lake.
Suggested Jamshedpur Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Jamshedpur
- Travel from Gangtok to Jamshedpur (about 14.6 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Jubilee Park
Day 2Explore Jamshedpur
- Visit Dimna Lake
- Visit Keenan Stadium
- Visit Hudco Lake
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Bhubaneshwari Temple
- Head back to Gangtok
Extend Your Trip
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Jamshedpur → Birsa Munda Airport
About 135 km by road
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