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Namchi to Pelling

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Namchi, Sikkim to Pelling, Sikkim.

29 kmDistance
0.6 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,855
Ertiga₹7,430
Innova₹7,745
Innova Crysta₹9,570
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹30
AC Seater₹50
Non-AC Sleeper₹50
AC Sleeper₹70
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹130
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Train
Sleeper₹50
Economy₹60
Third AC₹70
Second AC₹90
First AC₹110
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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.

Route Map

By Car: Namchi to Pelling

29 km · ~35m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Namchi

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

  2. 29 km · 35m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Pelling

    Pelling, 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: Namchi to Pelling

29 km · ~39m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. 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.

  2. Namchi → Pelling

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~29 km

    ~39m|Tentative fare ₹30–₹130

  3. Arrive in Pelling

    Pelling, 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: Namchi to Pelling

Nearest railway stations: Darjeeling for Namchi, Darjeeling for Pelling.

Direct trains

Darjeeling Kurseong Toy Train#52540 · Passenger
09:15 AMDarjeeling
27m1 stops
09:42 AMGhoom
Darjeeling Kurseong Toy Train#52544 · Passenger
10:15 AMDarjeeling
30m1 stops
10:45 AMGhoom
Darjeeling Himalayan Toy Train#52548 · Toy Train
12:00 PMGhoom
37m1 stops
12:37 PMDarjeeling
Darjeeling Himalayan Toy Train#52549 · Toy Train
02:40 PMGhoom
36m1 stops
03:16 PMDarjeeling
Darjeeling Joyride#52547 · Toy Train
05:20 PMGhoom
29m1 stops
05:49 PMDarjeeling

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.

Namchi to Pelling: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Namchi to Pelling is about 29 km by road, roughly 0.6 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 29 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,855 · Ertiga ₹7,430 · Innova ₹7,745 · Innova Crysta ₹9,570 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,100
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹30 · AC Seater ₹50 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹50 · AC Sleeper ₹70 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹130
  • Train: Sleeper ₹50 · Economy ₹60 · Third AC ₹70 · Second AC ₹90 · First AC ₹110

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Things to Do in Pelling

Pemayangtse Monastery

Pemayangtse literally means perfect sublime lotus. This is one of the oldest and most important monasteries of Sikkim.

Rabdentse Ruins

When descending from Pemayangtse Monastery you can take a left turn and take a walk for 10 min to reach to the gateway of Rabdanse Ruins. The ruins lie hidden from the…

Chenrezig statue and skywalk

The 42-metre-high statue of Chenrezig dominates the Pelling skyline. Chenrezig, also known as Avalokitesvara, “One who looks with unwavering eye,” is the most revered…

Sanga Choeling Monastery

Situated on a ridge above Pelling and overlooking the famous Pemayangtse Monastery. Built in 1697 AD, it is considered to be one of the oldest monasteries in the State.

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Suggested Pelling Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Pelling

  • Travel from Namchi to Pelling (about 0.6 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary

Day 2Last sights and departure

  • Visit Rabdentse Ruins
  • Head back to Namchi
Suggested from Pelling's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

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About 60 km by road

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