Gangtok to Tumlong
The distance from Gangtok to Tumlong is about 12 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).
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.
Overview
The distance from Gangtok to Tumlong is about 12 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).
Route Map
By Car: Gangtok to Tumlong
12 km · ~14m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Gangtok
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
12 km · 14m 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: Gangtok to Tumlong
12 km · ~16m · 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 → Tumlong
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~12 km
~16m|Tentative fare ₹10–₹80
- 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: Gangtok to Tumlong
Nearest railway stations: Darjeeling (about 48 km away) for Gangtok, New Jalpaiguri (about 83 km away) for Tumlong.
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.
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Things to Do in Tumlong
Visit Labrang Monastery
Labrang Monastery (Sikkim), (lit. 'lama's dwelling', a.k.a.
Visit Phensang Monastery
Phensang Monastery is a Buddhist monastery of the Nyingmapa Order in Sikkim, India, 9 kilometres north of Gangtok. It was established in 1721 during the time of Jigme…
Visit Hee Gyathang Monastery
Hee Gyathang Monastery is a Buddhist monastery situated in Upper Dzongu, North Sikkim in northeastern India. It was built by hermit Abi Putso Rangdrol in 1914.
Suggested Tumlong Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Tumlong
- Travel from Gangtok to Tumlong (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Labrang Monastery
Day 2Last sights and departure
- Visit Phensang Monastery
- Head back to Gangtok
Budget Estimate
road
12 km
1 hours
Approximately 12 km by road from Gangtok to Tumlong, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
12 km
The nearest railway station to Tumlong is Rangpo railway station, about 28 km from the town centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 12 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Bagdogra Airport (IXB), about 86 km away.
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