Gangtok to Vellore
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Gangtok, Sikkim to Vellore, Tamil Nadu.
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 Vellore
2447 km · ~52h 56m · About 49h of driving split over 6 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.
108 km · 2h 9m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 408Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 558Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 708Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
108 km · 2h 9m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 816Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 966Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1116Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
108 km · 2h 9m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1224Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1374Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1524Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
108 km · 2h 9m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1631Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1781Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1931Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
108 km · 2h 9m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2039Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2189Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2339Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
108 km · 2h 9m drive from previous stop
Arrive in VelloreVellore, Tamil Nadu
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 Vellore
2447 km · ~54h 24m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- 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 → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~816 km
~18h 8m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,330
- Change buses at a major city (around km 816)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Vellore. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~816 km
~18h 8m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,330
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1631)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Vellore. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Vellore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~816 km
~18h 8m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,330
- Arrive in Vellore
Vellore, Tamil Nadu
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 Vellore
Nearest railway stations: Darjeeling (about 48 km away) for Gangtok, Katpadi Jn for Vellore.
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 Vellore: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Gangtok to Vellore is about 2447 km by road, roughly 48.9 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 2447 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹93,858 · Ertiga ₹1,19,551 · Innova ₹1,24,690 · Innova Crysta ₹1,53,634 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,12,048
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,690 · AC Seater ₹4,400 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,920 · AC Sleeper ₹5,630 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,900
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,500 · Economy ₹2,480 · Third AC ₹3,460 · Second AC ₹4,920 · First AC ₹6,880
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Vellore guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Vellore.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Gangtok to Vellore. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Purnia275 km from Gangtok
Bihar
- Deoghar485 km from Gangtok
Jharkhand
- Parasnath Hills590 km from Gangtok
Jharkhand
- Chaibasa785 km from Gangtok
Jharkhand
- Koraput1460 km from Gangtok
Odisha
- Papikonda National Park1735 km from Gangtok
Andhra Pradesh
Hotels in Vellore
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Things to Do in Vellore
Explore Vellore Fort
Walk through the massive granite ramparts, cross the moat bridge, and discover the fort's history, including the site of the 1806 mutiny. Inside, visit the…
2-3 hours
Admire Jalakandeswarar Temple
Dedicated to Shiva, this temple is renowned for its intricate stone carvings, depicting mythological scenes and deities in the Vijayanagara style. Spend time observing…
1-2 hours
Visit Sripuram Golden Temple
Marvel at the temple's gold-leafed vimana and sanctum, set within landscaped gardens and a star-shaped path. Enjoy the serene atmosphere and participate in the daily…
2-3 hours
Learn about the Vellore Mutiny
Engage with the history of the 1806 uprising at the fort's museum and memorial plaques. Understand how this early revolt against British policies set the stage for…
1 hour
Discover Christian Medical College
Though primarily a hospital, CMC's heritage buildings and museum offer insight into its founding in 1900 and its role in medical education and service. Visitors can…
1-2 hours
Stroll through the Golden Temple Gardens
Beyond the shrine, the sprawling gardens provide a peaceful retreat with fountains, flower beds, and shaded walkways. Perfect for quiet reflection and photography.
1 hour
Suggested Vellore Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Vellore
- Travel from Gangtok to Vellore (about 48.9 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Vellore Fort
Day 2Explore Vellore
- Visit Jalakandeswarar Temple
- Visit Sripuram Golden Temple (Mahalakshmi Temple)
- Visit Vellore Mutiny Heritage Walk
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Amirthi Zoological Park
- Head back to Gangtok
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Vellore trip and see the full Gangtok → Vellore → next stop route.
Vellore → Tiruvannamalai
About 100 km by road
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