{"id":2569,"date":"2026-05-08T13:44:10","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T08:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sunshinetourandtravels.com\/blog\/?p=2569"},"modified":"2026-05-08T13:47:52","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T08:17:52","slug":"bhutan-to-sikkim-best-route","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sunshinetourandtravels.com\/blog\/bhutan-to-sikkim-best-route\/","title":{"rendered":"Bhutan to Sikkim -Which Route is Best and Which Places Should You Not Miss?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Bhutan to Sikkim -Which Route is Best and Which Places Should You Not Miss? <\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Are you planning a trip from Bhutan to Sikkim? Well, you are going to have a great journey.<\/p>

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Both countries are beautiful. Both are peaceful and one of the most stunning journey combinations across South Asia.<\/p>

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But before you get to the pack and start travelling. You need to get to know the route to get to Sikkim from Bhutan. You need to know the transport available and places to see on the way. Here is a complete rundown.<\/p>

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Is There a Direct Route from Bhutan to Sikkim?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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There are no direct flights or train connections between Bhutan and Sikkim. The journey is entirely by road, which is far from being a drawback is one of the highlights. The route takes you through mountain passes, river valleys, and forested hillsides that change character with every passing kilometre. Total travel time is approximately 8 to 10 hours.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The Best Route from Bhutan to Sikkim <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Here is the route most travellers use:<\/p>

Phuentsholing \u2192 Siliguri \u2192 Gangtok<\/p>

From Phuentsholing to Siliguri<\/strong><\/p>

Phuentsholing is the major exit point from Bhutan into India, which is Jaigaon on the India Border. The journey to Siliguri will be approx 3 -4 hours based on border and traffic conditions. It is around 170 km approx.<\/p>

From Siliguri to Gangtok<\/strong><\/p>

It is around 114 km approx. You need to travel to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. You will pass through mountains, rivers and forests. Time takes nearly 4-5 hours.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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As you travel from Bhutan to Sikkim, you will leave Bhutan at Phuentsholing. This is Bhutan’s main land border with India.<\/p>

Once in India, passing Jaigaon, you will be passing through West Bengal. Then you get to Sikkim at Rangpo, which is the primary entry checkpoint to Sikkim.<\/p>

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A few things to sort out before you travel:<\/p>

Bhutan exit permit<\/strong>: This is required before you leave Bhutan. It will be done by your tour operator in Bhutan.<\/p>

Sikkim Protected Area Permit (PAP<\/strong>): Every foreign tourist who is travelling needs to possess this permit.<\/p>

Best time of year<\/strong>: You can either visit in autumn or in winter to enjoy the maximum. You can visit from March to May. You can visit from October to December. Avoid the monsoon months of July and August, which are heavy.<\/p>

Mode of transportation: <\/strong>The most comfortable option is private cabs. There are cheaper shared taxis in Siliguri to Gangtok, which are readily available.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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It is not just a journey of arrival from point A to point B. The ways and the ways of the way are some of the incredible ones.<\/p>\n

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  1. Phuentsholing, Bhutan<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Your last stop in Bhutan. It is a border town that is a busy place, though it has its charms.<\/p>\n

    Explore Zangto Pelri Lhakhang temple and walk around the nearby market. Here, you can afford to shop for Bhutanese handicrafts to stock before you go.<\/p>\n

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    1. Siliguri, West Bengal<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      The greatest number of travellers going in no direction pass through Siliguri. Do not commit such an error.<\/p>\n

      Siliguri is a travel centre of Northeast India. It is the ideal foundation to sleep on. Sample some local Bengali food and visit Hong Kong Market to go shopping.<\/p>\n

      You have one additional day,  you should come from Siliguri to Darjeeling then you will find it worth it. The perspectives of Kanchenjunga are indelible.<\/p>\n

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      1. Rangpo, Sikkim<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        While entering Sikkim, you enter through Rangpo. Not a big town, but it’s lively market.<\/p>\n

        Through the Rangpo River, you directly enter the city. A nice place to have a mini-break and get some air into the lungs before the drive up to Gangtok.<\/p>


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        1. Gangtok, Sikkim<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          This is your main destination in Sikkim. The capital city is located at approximately 1,650 metres above sea level. Within Gangtok, you can explore<\/p>\n