Raiganj to Namchi
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Raiganj, West Bengal to Namchi, 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: Raiganj to Namchi
227 km · ~4h 52m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Raiganj
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near NaksalbariAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
77 km · 1h 32m drive from previous stop
Arrive in NamchiNamchi, 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: Raiganj to Namchi
227 km · ~5h 3m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Raiganj
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Raiganj. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Raiganj → Namchi
AC Seater / Volvo · ~227 km
~5h 3m|Tentative fare ₹250–₹690
- Arrive in Namchi
Namchi, 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: Raiganj to Namchi
Nearest railway stations: Barsoi Jn for Raiganj, Darjeeling for Namchi.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 15h 28m in total
Change trains at Siliguru Town — about 5h 36m wait
1 change · 18h 55m in total
Change trains at Siliguru Town — about 9h 4m wait
1 change · 23h 37m in total
Change trains at New Jalpaiguri — about 14h 10m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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.
Raiganj to Namchi: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Raiganj to Namchi is about 227 km by road, roughly 4.5 hours of travel time. The road passes near Siliguri.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 227 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹10,539 · Ertiga ₹13,374 · Innova ₹13,941 · Innova Crysta ₹17,226 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹23,580
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹250 · AC Seater ₹410 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹360 · AC Sleeper ₹520 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹690
- Train: Sleeper ₹170 · Economy ₹260 · Third AC ₹350 · Second AC ₹480 · First AC ₹670
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 Namchi.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Raiganj to Namchi. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
Hotels in Namchi
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Things to Do in Namchi
Baichung Stadium
Built by the government in honour of the football player Baichung Bhutia.
Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary
A with rare flora and fauna.
Namchi Monastery
Namchi Monastery is worth a visit while in Namchi.
Ralong Monastery
This monastery is considered as one of the most important and most sacred monasteries of Sikkim. The Monastery was built in order to commemorate the pilgrimage of the…
Salleybong Bul Cave
A popular wishing cave, of which the locals believe that wishes come true in, but also a Hindu holy site.
Rock Garden
Rock Garden is worth a visit while in Namchi.
Suggested Namchi Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Namchi
- Travel from Raiganj to Namchi (about 4.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Kitam Bird Sanctuary
Day 2Explore Namchi
- Visit Badamtam Tea Garden
- Visit Singla Tea Garden
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Baichung Stadium
- Head back to Raiganj
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