To reach Sikkim, you can travel by air, train, or road, depending on your starting location.
By Air
Nearest Airport: Pakyong Airport (PYG) in Sikkim is about 35 km from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. It offers limited domestic flights, primarily from Kolkata and Delhi.
Alternative Airport: Bagdogra Airport (IXB) in West Bengal, about 125 km from Gangtok, is the most commonly used airport. It has better connectivity to major Indian cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Bangalore.
From Bagdogra, you can hire a taxi or take a shared cab to Gangtok (approx. 4-5 hours by road).
By Train
Nearest Railway Station: New Jalpaiguri (NJP) in Siliguri, West Bengal, is the closest major railway station, about 120 km from Gangtok.
NJP is well-connected to major cities across India, including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Guwahati.
From NJP, you can hire a private taxi, take a shared jeep, or board a bus to reach Gangtok (around 4-5 hours).
By Road
From Siliguri/NJP/Bagdogra:
Private Taxi: You can hire a private cab from Siliguri, NJP, or Bagdogra for a direct ride to Gangtok.
Shared Jeep: Shared jeeps and taxis are available from Siliguri’s Junction Area or NJP, providing a cheaper option.
Bus: The Sikkim Nationalised Transport (SNT) runs regular bus services from Siliguri to Gangtok. Buses depart from Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand in Siliguri.
By Road from Nearby States
West Bengal: Sikkim is well connected to Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and other parts of North Bengal. You can travel by road from these locations to Sikkim in around 3-5 hours.
Nepal/Bhutan: If you are traveling from Nepal or Bhutan, you can enter Sikkim through West Bengal by road. Permits might be required if crossing borders.