NJP Railway Station to Kurseong Cab Fare

A private cab from NJP station to Kurseong, the quieter hill town halfway up to Darjeeling. Good for travellers staying in tea-estate homestays or visiting the town before going higher.

Looking for a private car or a one-way drop from NJP Railway Station to Kurseong? 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 ₹2,500
Distance: ~47 km
Driving time: 1.5–2 hrs
Usual road: Rohini Road or Pankhabari Road

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Kurseong town on its hillside among tea gardens

NJP Railway Station to Kurseong 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	₹2,500
Sedan Swift Dzire / Etios / Amaze or similar4 people, 2 large bags	4 people, 2 large bags	₹2,700
Ertiga Maruti Ertiga / Kia Carens or similar6 people, 3 large bags	6 people, 3 large bags	₹3,000
SUV Bolero / Scorpio / Xylo or similar7 people, 4 large bags	7 people, 4 large bags	₹3,300
Innova Toyota Innova or similar6 people, 4 large bags	6 people, 4 large bags	₹3,300
Innova Crysta Toyota Innova Crysta or similar6 people, 4 large bags	6 people, 4 large bags	₹3,800
Premium SUV Scorpio-N / XUV700 or similar6 people, 4 large bags	6 people, 4 large bags	₹5,000
Tempo Traveller Force Tempo Traveller (12/17 seat) or similar12 people, 10 large bags	12 people, 10 large bags	₹5,500

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
Sukna
Rohini Road
Kurseong

~47 km · 1.5–2 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

~47 km. Driving time: 1.5–2 hrs. Approximate. Time depends on traffic, weather and road work.

Which route does the driver take?

Rohini Road or Pankhabari Road

What to expect

Shortest hill drive from NJP
Tea estates around town
Toy train line runs alongside

Stops on the way

Rohini viewpoint
Eagle’s Crag

Short stops are included. Detours are quoted when you book.

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: Kurseong 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

Rohini Road (Siliguri – Kurseong)

Open

No current road advisory.

NJP Railway Station to Kurseong taxi questions

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

A sedan costs ₹2,700 and an SUV (Bolero or Sumo) costs ₹3,300, 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 Kurseong?

About 1.5 to 2 hours for 47 km, depending on traffic, weather and road work.

Which car is best from NJP Railway Station to Kurseong?

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 Kurseong 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 Kurseong?

Yes. One-way drops are the standard booking. You can also book the return trip (Kurseong 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.