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Lok Bhavan to Tumlong

The distance from Lok Bhavan to Tumlong is about 12 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).

12 kmDistance
1 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₹10
AC Seater₹20
Non-AC Sleeper₹20
AC Sleeper₹30
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹80
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Train
Sleeper₹40
Economy₹40
Third AC₹50
Second AC₹50
First AC₹60
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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 Lok Bhavan to Tumlong is about 12 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).

Route Map

By Car: Lok Bhavan to Tumlong

12 km · ~14m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Lok Bhavan

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

  2. 12 km · 14m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tumlong

    Tumlong, 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: Lok Bhavan to Tumlong

12 km · ~16m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Lok Bhavan

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

  2. Lok Bhavan → Tumlong

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~12 km

    ~16m|Tentative fare ₹10–₹80

  3. 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: Lok Bhavan to Tumlong

Nearest railway stations: Darjeeling (about 48 km away) for Lok Bhavan, 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.

Hotels in Tumlong

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Things to Do in Tumlong

Visit Labrang Monastery

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Suggested Tumlong Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Tumlong

  • Travel from Lok Bhavan to Tumlong (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Labrang Monastery

Day 2Last sights and departure

  • Visit Phensang Monastery
  • Head back to Lok Bhavan
Suggested from Tumlong's top sights.

Budget Estimate

road

12 km

1 hours

Approximately 12 km by road from Lok Bhavan 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.

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Tumlong trip and see the full Lok Bhavan → Tumlong → next stop route.

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About 60 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Tumlong from Lok Bhavan?

About 12 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Tumlong?

Bagdogra Airport (IXB), about 86 km away.

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