Kolkata to Siliguri

Kolkata to Siliguri

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Kolkata to Siliguri Schedule

Kolkata to Siliguri Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Comfort 3pax Any time₹ 19,742
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 06:35 - 18:05₹ 525
Indian Railways CC - AC Chair Class 09:05 - 18:55₹ 1,175
IndiGo Economy #6E20510:05 - 11:05₹ 8,540
IndiGo Economy #6E75112:30 - 13:45₹ 9,994
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 15:55 - 01:30₹ 1,266
Aradhana Bus Non-AC Seater 16:45 - 07:00₹ 751
Aradhana Bus Non-AC Seater 18:45 - 07:30₹ 693
New Dolphin Travels AC Seater 20:00 - 07:30₹ 809
Indian Railways 2S - Second Sitting Class 22:05 - 08:15₹ 478

Transportation from Kolkata to Siliguri

Facts about the transport from Kolkata to Siliguri

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure9:05 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day20
Distance750 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAnnesha Travels, Aradhana Bus, Express Line, Greenline Travels, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Lokenath Bus Service, Lokenath Bus Service, Modern Travels, Poulami Paribahan, Renuka Travels, Royal Cruiser, Shantanu Travels, Shyamoli Paribahan, TravelODesk India

How to get from Kolkata to Siliguri

Travelling between Kolkata and Siliguri is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 55.43 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 8.32.

How long does it take to get from Kolkata to Siliguri?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 15 hours to travel between Kolkata and Siliguri depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Kolkata and Siliguri. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 15h to reach Siliguri.

How much does it cost to get from Kolkata to Siliguri?

Travelling between Kolkata and Siliguri can be as cheap as USD 8.32 if you opt for a Shantanu Travels bus and as expensive as USD 55.43 if you buy a Lokenath Bus Service Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kolkata and Siliguri ?

  • 20 from Kolkata to Siliguri starting from 16:45 Kolkata until 20:00 Kolkata

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kolkata to Siliguri.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Kolkata to Siliguri, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 174.76.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Kolkata and Siliguri

IndiGo

Bus

Travelling from Kolkata to Siliguri overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kolkata and Siliguri

Annesha Travels, Aradhana Bus, Express Line, Greenline Travels, Lokenath Bus Service, Lokenath Bus Service, Modern Travels, Poulami Paribahan, Renuka Travels, Royal Cruiser, Shantanu Travels, Shyamoli Paribahan

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Kolkata and Siliguri

TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kolkata to Siliguri?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 99% took a train
  • 1% Other