Bagdogra Airport to Lachen is two legs: your chosen car to Gangtok on NH10, then a Sikkim-registered SUV through Mangan and Chungthang to Lachen, the base for Gurudongmar Lake. The through fare is ₹10,500 with a sedan on the airport leg and ₹14,000 with an Innova, one way, permit paperwork included. The 238 km is normally broken with a night in Gangtok.
Bagdogra Airport to Lachen fare by car
| Vehicle | Seats | Fare (one way) | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| SedanSwift Dzire, Toyota Etios or similar | 4 | ₹10,500 | Book Sedan |
| SUVMaruti Ertiga, Kia Carens or similar | 6 | ₹11,500 | Book SUV |
| Innova CrystaToyota Innova Crysta | 6 | ₹14,000 | Book Innova Crysta |
| Tempo TravellerForce Tempo Traveller (12 seat) | 12 | ₹22,500 | Book Tempo Traveller |
Fares updated . Includes fuel, tolls, parking, driver allowance and GST. Night pickup (22:00–06:00) adds ₹300.
Route and stops
Your driver takes NH10 to Gangtok in your chosen car, then the North Sikkim Highway through Mangan and Chungthang in a Sikkim-registered SUV. Short stops are included for tea, photos and rest.
- Coronation Bridge
- Rangpo check post
- Gangtok (car change, permit collection)
- Mangan
- Chungthang
Local tips for this trip
- Gurudongmar Lake is a 3-hour pre-dawn drive from Lachen in the same SUV and is open to Indian citizens only; foreign nationals can stay at Lachen but not visit the lake.
- The Lachen road closes after landslides more often than the Lachung road. We confirm the road status the day before and switch you to Lachung if needed.
- Carry warm layers even in May: Lachen is at 2,750 m and Gurudongmar at 5,180 m.
About North Sikkim (Lachung, Lachen, Yumthang)
North Sikkim covers Lachung, Yumthang Valley, Zero Point, Lachen and Gurudongmar Lake, 5 to 6 hours north of Gangtok. Every trip needs a protected-area permit and a Sikkim-registered vehicle, and most visitors book a 2-night package from Gangtok. Read our North Sikkim (Lachung, Lachen, Yumthang) travel guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the taxi fare from Bagdogra Airport to Lachen?
₹10,500 in a sedan, ₹11,500 in an SUV, ₹14,000 in an Innova Crysta and ₹22,500 in a 12-seat Tempo Traveller, one way, including tolls, parking, driver allowance and GST.
How long does Bagdogra Airport to Lachen take by car?
The 238 km drive takes 10 to 11 hours (night in Gangtok) via NH10 to Gangtok in your chosen car, then the North Sikkim Highway through Mangan and Chungthang in a Sikkim-registered SUV.
Can I reach Lachen from Bagdogra on the day I land?
Only with a morning flight and a permit arranged in advance; most travellers stay a night in Gangtok and leave for Lachen early the next day. The North Sikkim road is not open to tourist vehicles after dark.
Do foreigners need anything extra for Lachen?
Yes: a Restricted Area Permit and a group of at least two, through a registered operator. Gurudongmar Lake is closed to foreign nationals. See our Sikkim permit guide.
What happens if I cancel?
Cancel up to 24 hours before pickup for a full refund of your advance, or get 50% back inside 24 hours. Refunds take up to 5 working days.
