Bagdogra Airport is 12 km from Siliguri and serves as the gateway to Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Kalimpong. There is no public bus or rail from the airport, so all options are road-based.
Price breakdown by destination
| Destination | Distance | Pre-paid Taxi | Private Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siliguri center | 12 km | Rate set at the counter | Fixed, quoted at booking |
| New Jalpaiguri Station (NJP) | 10 km | Rate set at the counter | Fixed, quoted at booking |
| Darjeeling | 95 km | Rate set at the counter | Fixed, quoted at booking |
| Gangtok | 125 km | Rate set at the counter | Fixed, quoted at booking |
| Kalimpong | 80 km | Rate set at the counter | Fixed, quoted at booking |
| Phuentsholing (Bhutan) | 160 km | Rate set at the counter | Fixed, quoted at booking |
| Mirik | 50 km | Rate set at the counter | Fixed, quoted at booking |
Fixed-price private transfer
IXB Siliguri City Center
From€80for 2 passengers
Other destinations
What affects the price
Season matters significantly. During peak tourist months (October-November and March-May), demand pushes pre-paid taxi rates toward the higher end. During monsoon (June-September), the risk of landslides and road closures can mean longer detours and higher charges.
Vehicle type affects cost too. A sedan to Siliguri is cheapest. For mountain routes, an SUV (Innova or Bolero) costs more than a sedan but is far more comfortable on winding roads.
Hidden costs to watch for
- Return fare for mountain taxis: Some pre-paid taxi drivers include a return-trip component since they drive back empty. This is already factored into the counter rate
- Toll charges: The NH10 highway toward Gangtok has occasional toll points, sometimes included in the quoted fare — ask at the counter
- Waiting charges: If you stop for meals during long mountain drives, the driver may expect something for waiting time
Cheapest option
To Siliguri, the pre-paid taxi is the cheapest and most practical option — the counter sets the rate, so check the board when you land. For mountain destinations, shared jeeps from Siliguri's SNT stand are cheaper per seat but involve getting to Siliguri first and sharing with strangers in a cramped vehicle.