Howrah to Tumlong
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Howrah, West Bengal 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: Howrah to Tumlong
699 km · ~15h 19m · About 14h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Howrah
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.
50 km · 59m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 350Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 500Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 650Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
50 km · 59m 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: Howrah to Tumlong
699 km · ~15h 32m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Howrah
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Howrah. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Howrah → Tumlong
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~699 km
~15h 32m|Tentative fare ₹770–₹2,010
- 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: Howrah to Tumlong
Nearest railway stations: Howrah Jn for Howrah, 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.
Howrah to Tumlong: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Howrah to Tumlong is about 699 km by road, roughly 14 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 699 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹24,258 · Ertiga ₹30,864 · Innova ₹32,186 · Innova Crysta ₹39,692 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹54,644
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹770 · AC Seater ₹1,260 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,120 · AC Sleeper ₹1,610 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,010
- Train: Sleeper ₹450 · Economy ₹730 · Third AC ₹1,010 · Second AC ₹1,430 · First AC ₹1,990
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 Howrah to Tumlong. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Ambika Kalna90 km from Howrah
West Bengal
- Palashi175 km from Howrah
West Bengal
- Pandua365 km from Howrah
West Bengal
- Malbazar620 km from Howrah
West Bengal
- Darjeeling640 km from Howrah
West Bengal
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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Suggested Tumlong Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Tumlong
- Travel from Howrah to Tumlong (about 14 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Labrang Monastery
Day 2Last sights and departure
- Visit Phensang Monastery
- Head back to Howrah
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