Namchi to Ambika Kalna
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Namchi, Sikkim to Ambika Kalna, West Bengal.
Tentative Fare Estimate
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: Namchi to Ambika Kalna
571 km · ~12h 5m · About 11h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Namchi
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.
136 km · 2h 43m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 286Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 436Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
136 km · 2h 43m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Ambika KalnaAmbika Kalna, West Bengal
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: Namchi to Ambika Kalna
571 km · ~12h 41m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Namchi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Namchi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Namchi → Ambika Kalna
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~571 km
~12h 41m|Tentative fare ₹630–₹1,650
- Arrive in Ambika Kalna
Ambika Kalna, West Bengal
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Namchi to Ambika Kalna
Nearest railway stations: Darjeeling for Namchi, Ambika Kalna for Ambika Kalna.
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.
Transport Options
Namchi to Ambika Kalna: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Namchi to Ambika Kalna is about 571 km by road, roughly 11.4 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 571 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹6,380 · Sedan ₹7,520 · SUV ₹9,860 · Innova / MUV ₹11,050 · Tempo Traveller ₹12,860
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹630 · AC Seater ₹1,030 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹910 · AC Sleeper ₹1,310 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,650
- Train: Sleeper ₹370 · Economy ₹600 · Third AC ₹830 · Second AC ₹1,170 · First AC ₹1,630
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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