The Gateway to North Bengal and the Himalayas — 560 km via NH12 (formerly NH34) & NH27 • 12 to 14 hours
560 km
Distance
12 to 14 hours
Duration
3 Options
Bus Sizes
5.0★
Rating
Organizing a corporate delegation, a school excursion, or a massive family reunion in North Bengal? A private AC bus rental from Kolkata to Siliguri is the most logical and cost-effective transport solution. Coordinating 6-8 different cars for a 14-hour journey is inefficient. A single private bus keeps your entire group together, simplifies logistics, and significantly reduces the per-person travel cost. Barakah Travels provides 35 and 45 seater AC buses with pushback reclining seats and ample luggage space, specifically maintained for the 560 km North Bengal run. Our experienced bus drivers handle the highway with expertise, ensuring your group arrives in Siliguri together and on time.
35 passengers • AC
42 passengers • AC
50 passengers • AC
infoAll prices include fuel, toll, parking, driver allowance, AC & music system with mic.
Keep your whole group together. Share briefings, entertainment, and the journey's joy in one cabin.
For groups larger than 30, a private bus is the most economical way to reach Siliguri from Kolkata.
One vehicle, one driver, one toll payment. No need to manage a convoy of multiple cars.
Driving a 45-seater bus for 14 hours requires a specialized skill set. Our drivers are experts on this route.
Siliguri is the strategic gateway to North Bengal, the North-Eastern states of India, and neighboring countries like Bhutan and Nepal. Located 560 km from Kolkata, it is the starting point for almost every trip to Darjeeling, Sikkim, and the Dooars region. Known for its bustling markets, tea gardens, and timber trade, Siliguri offers a vibrant metropolitan experience at the base of the mountains.




The Kolkata to Siliguri route via NH12 is the primary lifeblood of West Bengal's connectivity. After massive infrastructure upgrades, much of the route is now 4-lane highway. The journey begins with the high-speed Kalyani Expressway or NH12 towards Krishnanagar. The stretch through Nadia and Murshidabad districts is smooth but requires caution near busy town intersections. Crossing the Farakka Barrage is a major milestone, though it can experience heavy truck traffic. Malda is the midway point and a popular lunch or overnight stop. After Malda, the road enters North Bengal, passing through Raiganj and Islampur (which now features a modern bypass) before reaching the Siliguri plains. The route is well-supported by dhabas, fuel stations, and rest stops.