North Lakhimpur to Jalpaiguri
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from North Lakhimpur, Assam to Jalpaiguri, 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: North Lakhimpur to Jalpaiguri
700 km · ~15h 20m · About 14h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from North Lakhimpur
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 · 1h 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.
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: North Lakhimpur to Jalpaiguri
700 km · ~15h 33m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at North Lakhimpur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in North Lakhimpur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- North Lakhimpur → Jalpaiguri
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~700 km
~15h 33m|Tentative fare ₹770–₹2,010
- Arrive in Jalpaiguri
Jalpaiguri, 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: North Lakhimpur to Jalpaiguri
Nearest railway stations: Mariani Jn (about 68 km away) for North Lakhimpur, Jalpaiguri Road for Jalpaiguri.
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.
Transport Options
North Lakhimpur to Jalpaiguri: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
North Lakhimpur to Jalpaiguri is about 700 km by road, roughly 14 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 700 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹7,800 · Sedan ₹9,200 · SUV ₹12,050 · Innova / MUV ₹13,500 · Tempo Traveller ₹15,700
- 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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