NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong Cab Fare

A private taxi from NJP to Kalimpong along the Teesta, turning uphill at Teesta Bazaar. A shorter and gentler drive than Darjeeling, good for travellers with children or elderly family members.

Looking for a private car or a one-way drop from NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong? Below are the cab fares for each car type, the travel time, pickup points and a booking form. The same car and driver take you all the way — no shared jeep.

Fare: From ₹2,600
Distance: ~70 km
Driving time: 2.5–3 hrs
Usual road: Sevoke, NH10 and Teesta Bazaar

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NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong cab fare by car type

Car	Fits	Fare per car
Hatchback WagonR / Alto / Celerio or similar4 people, 2 large bags	4 people, 2 large bags	₹2,600
Sedan Swift Dzire / Etios / Amaze or similar4 people, 2 large bags	4 people, 2 large bags	₹2,800
Ertiga Maruti Ertiga / Kia Carens or similar6 people, 3 large bags	6 people, 3 large bags	₹3,500
SUV Bolero / Scorpio / Xylo or similar7 people, 4 large bags	7 people, 4 large bags	₹4,000
Innova Toyota Innova or similar6 people, 4 large bags	6 people, 4 large bags	₹4,000
Innova Crysta Toyota Innova Crysta or similar6 people, 4 large bags	6 people, 4 large bags	₹4,200
Premium SUV Scorpio-N / XUV700 or similar6 people, 4 large bags	6 people, 4 large bags	₹7,500
Tempo Traveller Force Tempo Traveller (12/17 seat) or similar12 people, 10 large bags	12 people, 10 large bags	₹8,000

Displayed fares are indicative. Route fares include the car, driver, fuel, tolls and normal parking; permits, entry tickets, waiting beyond the free time, detours and night driving are extra. Your final fare is confirmed before booking. Fares last reviewed 2 October 2026.

Route map

NJP Railway Station
Sevoke
Teesta Bazaar
Kalimpong

~70 km · 2.5–3 hrs Open in Google Maps

The usual road. Drivers may take another way when there is traffic, road work or a closure.

Distance and travel time

~70 km. Driving time: 2.5–3 hrs. Approximate. Time depends on traffic, weather and road work.

Which route does the driver take?

Sevoke, NH10 and Teesta Bazaar

What to expect

Shorter hill drive
Teesta valley
Good for families

Pickup at NJP Railway Station

Your driver waits at the station exit with a name board. Share your train number; if the train is late, we follow it.

We pick you up from any of these points (and from hotels and homes nearby):

NJP Railway Station
Siliguri
Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus, Siliguri

Return journey: Kalimpong to NJP Railway Station

The fare is usually the same in the other direction. Fares for return trips are confirmed with your booking.

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Travelling with senior citizens

Hill roads have many bends. For elderly travellers choose an Innova or Crysta, start early, and ask for short breaks — the driver will stop whenever needed.

Bring motion-sickness remedies for long hill drives and tell us if you need a child seat.

Luggage advice

Hill boots are small. A sedan fits 2 large bags; for more, choose an SUV — extra bags can ride on a covered roof carrier.

What is included in the fare?

Car with driver
Fuel
Tolls and normal parking
Driver's food and stay on multi-day trips
Short stops for tea, meals and photos

Cancellation policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before pickup for a full refund of the advance.
Within 24 hours of pickup, the advance is not refunded.
If a road closure stops the trip, we refund the advance in full or move your booking.

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Road status on this route

Updated 2 October 2026

NH10 (Sevoke – Rangpo – Gangtok)

Open

No current road advisory.

NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong taxi questions

What is the taxi fare from NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong?

A sedan costs ₹2,800 and an SUV (Bolero or Sumo) costs ₹4,000, per car, one way. The fare includes the driver, fuel, tolls and parking.

How long does it take to drive from NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong?

About 2.5 to 3 hours for 70 km, depending on traffic, weather and road work.

Which car is best from NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong?

For 1 to 4 people with light luggage a sedan is enough. For 5 to 7 people, heavy luggage or monsoon travel, choose an SUV or Innova.

Can we stop on the way?

Yes. Short stops for tea, photos or meals are included. Detours to other sightseeing places cost extra; ask when booking.

Is the NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong fare per person or per car?

Per car. The whole car and driver are yours for the trip; the number of passengers only decides which car type fits.

Are toll and parking included?

Normal tolls and parking are included in the fare. Permits, entry tickets and detours not in the booking are extra unless your confirmation says otherwise.

Can I book a one-way cab from NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong?

Yes. One-way drops are the standard booking. You can also book the return trip (Kalimpong to NJP Railway Station) or a round trip with waiting.

Can I add sightseeing stops on the way?

Yes — add them when you book. Short tea, meal and photo stops are included; extra places or long waits can change the fare, and we confirm it before you pay.

Is night travel allowed?

Yes. Between 21:00 and 06:00 a night charge of ₹300 applies. On hill roads we may suggest an earlier start for comfort and safety.

Can we change the drop hotel?

Yes. Tell us before the trip; a change within the same town usually does not change the fare. A drop much further away is re-quoted before the trip.

How much luggage fits?

Sedans and hatchbacks take about two large bags, an Ertiga three, SUVs and Innovas four. On hill routes extra bags can go on a covered roof carrier. See the car guide for details.

Is payment required in advance?

No payment is needed to send a booking request. Once we confirm the car and fare, we may ask for a small advance (usually 20%); the rest is paid as written in your confirmation.