How to Reach Pelling
Pelling being one of the important destinations in Sikkim is well connected with other major places in Sikkim like Gangtok, Ravangla, Namchi, Jorethang, Geyzing etc. The nearest railhead is New Jalpaiguri (NJP)
Being selected as the top destination by the Lonely Planet magazine as "Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2014 - top 10 regions",
Sikkim stands tall with rich varied destinations and Pelling is a not to miss travel point within Sikkim.
- by Air
There is no airport at Pelling and the nearest airport is Bagdogra which is about 79kms from Pelling. From here you can take private cars, jeeps, taxis, or tourist mini buses and coaches to Pelling.
- by Bus
Pelling is very well connected with the places like Gangtok, Siliguri, and Jalpaiguri through roads and regular buses, shared jeeps, private taxis ply from these places to Pelling. Hired vehicles are available from NJP station itself. More options are available from SNT Stand at Siliguri
- by Train
The nearest railhead is New Jalpaiguri (NJP), NJP is well connected with Kolkata as well as other major cities of India like Delhi, Patna, Mumbai etc. Major trains being Darjeeling Mail, Padatik Express, Satabdi Express, Teesta Torsha Express, Kanchankanya Express, Uttarbanga Express, Guawahati Rajdhani Express, Saraighat Express, Kamrup Express, Mahananda Express etc.
Pelling - Factsheet
Being one of the most attractive destinations in Sikkim, Pelling has also close proximity to many other tourist destinations. Gangtok, Ravangla, Yuksum, Namchi, Khechopari lake, Jorethang, Borong, Rinchenpong, Kaluk, Uttarey, Hilley, Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary, all these places can be reached from Pelling within a short time. The "Queen of Hills" - Darjeeling is also a mere 4 hours drive from Pelling.
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