How to Reach

How to Reach

Namchi, the capital of South Sikkim, is well-connected by road but does not have a direct airport or railway station. Travelers can reach Namchi via Bagdogra Airport, Pakyong Airport, or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station, followed by a road journey.

1. By Air

(a) Pakyong Airport (PYG) – 90 km from Namchi

• Nearest Airport (Located in Sikkim).
• Limited flights operate from Kolkata, Delhi, and Guwahati.
• Travel to Namchi: Private taxis and shared cabs available (3-4 hours).

(b) Bagdogra Airport (IXB) – 96 km from Namchi

• Major Airport near Siliguri (West Bengal), with better flight connectivity.
• Daily flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Guwahati.
• Travel to Namchi:
  • Private Taxi: ₹3,500 - ₹4,500 (4-5 hours).
  • Shared Cabs: ₹500 - ₹800 per person (from Siliguri or Bagdogra).

2. By Train

Nearest Railway Station: New Jalpaiguri (NJP) – 96 km from Namchi

• 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 Namchi:

• Private Taxi: ₹3,000 - ₹4,000 (4-5 hours).
• Shared Cabs: ₹500 - ₹700 per person (from Siliguri or Jorethang).
• Buses: Available from Siliguri Bus Stand to Namchi via Jorethang.

3. By Road

Namchi is well-connected by road to Gangtok, Darjeeling, Siliguri, and Pelling.

(a) From Gangtok (78 km, 3-4 hours)

• Taxi/Shared Cab: ₹2,500 - ₹3,500 for a private taxi; ₹400 - ₹700 per person for shared cabs.
• Route: Gangtok → Singtam → Namchi

(b) From Siliguri (96 km, 4-5 hours)

• Buses & Shared Cabs: Available from Siliguri Junction & Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand.
• Route: Siliguri → Melli → Namchi.

(c) From Darjeeling (80 km, 3 hours)

• Private Taxi: ₹3,000 - ₹3,500.
• Shared Cabs: Available at ₹500 - ₹800 per person.

(d) From Pelling (90 km, 4 hours)

• Private Taxis & Shared Cabs available.
• Scenic Route via Rabangla.

4. Best Way to Reach Namchi

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

Pro Tip:

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

Namchi’s journey is as beautiful as the destination!