How to Reach

How to Reach

Mangan, the district headquarters of North Sikkim, is well connected by road but does not have a direct airport or railway station. Travelers can reach Mangan via Bagdogra Airport, Pakyong Airport, or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP), followed by a scenic road journey through the mountains.

1. By Air

(a) Pakyong Airport (PYG) – 70 km from Mangan

• Nearest Airport in Sikkim (limited flight connectivity).
• Flights operate from Kolkata, Delhi, and Guwahati.
• Travel to Mangan:
  • Private Taxi: ₹3,500 - ₹5,000 (3-4 hours).
  • Shared Cabs: ₹500 - ₹800 per person (from Gangtok).

(b) Bagdogra Airport (IXB) – 155 km from Mangan

• Major Airport near Siliguri (West Bengal), with better flight connectivity.
• Daily flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Guwahati.
• Travel to Mangan:
  • Private Taxi: ₹5,000 - ₹7,000 (6-7 hours).
  • Shared Cabs: ₹700 - ₹1,000 per person (from Siliguri).

2. By Train

Nearest Railway Station: New Jalpaiguri (NJP) – 150 km from Mangan

• Well-connected to Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai, Guwahati, and Bangalore.
• Popular trains to NJP:
  • Darjeeling Mail (from Kolkata)
  • New Jalpaiguri Rajdhani Express (from Delhi)
  • Guwahati Express (from Bangalore)

Travel from NJP to Mangan:

• Private Taxi: ₹5,000 - ₹6,500 (6-7 hours).
• Shared Cabs: ₹800 - ₹1,200 per person (from Siliguri).
• Buses: Limited buses available from Siliguri to Mangan via Gangtok.

3. By Road

Mangan is well-connected by road to Gangtok, Siliguri, Lachen, and Lachung.

(a) From Gangtok (65 km, 3-4 hours)

• Private Taxi: ₹2,500 - ₹3,500.
• Shared Cabs: ₹500 - ₹700 per person.
• Route: Gangtok → Tashi Viewpoint → Phodong → Mangan.

(b) From Siliguri (155 km, 6-7 hours)

• Buses & Shared Cabs: Available from Siliguri Junction & Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand.
• Route: Siliguri → Rangpo → Gangtok → Mangan.

(c) From Lachen (105 km, 5 hours)

• Private Taxi: ₹4,000 - ₹5,500.
• Shared Cabs: Limited options available.

(d) From Lachung (90 km, 4.5 hours)

• Private Taxi: ₹3,500 - ₹5,000.
• Shared Cabs: Available at ₹700 - ₹1,000 per person.

4. Best Way to Reach Mangan

• From Kolkata & Delhi: Flight to Bagdogra, then taxi to Mangan.
• From Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai: Flight to Bagdogra, then road journey.
• From North-East India: Train to NJP or flight to Pakyong/Bagdogra.

Pro Tips:

• Book a taxi in advance for a hassle-free journey.
• Avoid traveling in monsoons (July-September) due to landslides.
• Sikkim Tourism-approved taxis are recommended for safety.

Mangan’s journey is as scenic as the destination