How To Reach Ravangla
Planning A Trip To Ravangla? Here are some guidelines on how to reach Ravangla
A charming little town located in the southern region of Sikkim, Ravangla is a frequent stopover for tourists traveling to nearby locations like Pelling and Namchi. It is a beautifully scenic location at an altitude of over 2000 m with amazing opportunities for trekking and brilliant views of the Himalayan range, featuring peaks like Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Siniolchu and Mt. Pandim, among others.
Located just 64 km away from the capital Gangtok, it is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing retreat away from the usual routines of commercial holiday spots. Spending a couple of days here before moving ahead to other vacation favorites will be the perfect complement to your trip. Here are some of the most convenient ways to reach Ravangla.
By Air
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The closest airport from Ravangla is the Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri, West Bengal. After landing in Bagdogra, Ravangla can be reached via private cabs or prepaid taxis that are available outside the airport; it is about 135 km away and takes around 4 hours to reach via Jorethang Road.
By Rail
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New Jalpaiguri Railway Station in West Bengal is the closest railhead from Ravangla. It is well connected to major cities in the country with regular trains operating between them, making it the most accessible railway station in the region. It is located around 110 km away, with taxis available outside the station to take you to Ravangla directly. The road conditions around Ravangla are not very good, and it takes almost 5 hours to reach from New Jalpaiguri.
By Road
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With a well connected road network, Ravangla is easily accessible from a number of regions within Sikkim, including other states as well. A lot of tourists choose to combine trips to Gangtok, Yuksom, Pelling and Namchi, which are located close by and can be reached within a couple of hours from each region. Services of state-run as well as private buses can be availed to reach Ravangla from each of the aforementioned locations, including the option to use private cabs or shared jeeps as well.
Road travel to Ravangla can be done from Darjeeling and Siliguri as well.
Getting Around
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Ravangla is a tourist town that is often explored as part of a tourist package, which implies traveling in groups or in rented vehicles that will take you to the tourist landmarks. For those traveling independently, walking is the preferred means of moving around in this scenic town.
