About Kurseong
Kolkata to Kurseong distnce : 613 km
Estimated travel time : 16 hours
Kolkata to Kurseong is a very popular route for tourism. There are many great views from Kurseong, including views of Kanchenjunga's snow peaks and stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. The British established many heritage schools and scenic tea gardens here. To learn more about the culture and life of the locals, you can visit museums such as DHR Museum which showcases original railway exhibits and archives.
Kurseong refers to the town of white orchids. It is located at an elevation of 1458 meters above sea level. It is on the Siliguri-Darjeeling Toy train route and just 30 km from Darjeeling, Queen of Himalayas. It has all the potential to become a tourist hot spot, but Darjeeling is nearby. Kurseong has a smaller population and is an ideal place to test out a hill station in a tranquil environment. The name Kurseong comes from the Nepali word Kharshang. It means Dawn's Pole Star. This is because of the peacefulness, environment, and people that make it an excellent name for the area. The natural lover of tea spends every day without hesitation. Many tea estates surround the town, some of which are world-famous. This town is home to the world's most expensive tea. You can see the stunning view from Kurseong of the down-slope and carpet-like tea gardens all around the town.
Taxi from Kolkata to Kurseong is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Kolkata to Kurseong by car is well connected through NH12 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Kolkata to Kurseong distance is 613 Km and is 16 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Dankuni - Taraknath Temple, KMDA Park, Old Dutch Cemetery, Nandulal Temple
Bandel - Bandel Church, Shrine Basilica, Hooghly Imambara, The Strand, Chadannagar Church
Khamargachhi - Victoria Memorial, Chintamani Kar Bird Samctuary, Jorasanko Thakurbari, Indian Museum
Kalyani - Birla Mandir, Howrah Bridge, Alipore Zoo, Fort William
Krishnanagar - Akra Riverside, Sabarna Sangarhashala, Nipukur Ghat, Eden Gardens
Beldanga - Maidan, Shaheed Minar, Eco Park
Berhampore - Dutch Cemetery, Grant hall, Girija Para Kids park, Murshidabad park, Cossimbazar Rajbari, Jio Math
Raghunathganj - Wasef Manzil, Kathgola Gardens, Hazardurai Place Museum, Tomb of Siraj-ud-Daulah
Malda - Dakhil Darwaza, Firoz Minar, Adina Deer Park, Lakhchhipi Darwaza, Chamkati Mosque, Chika Mosque
Raiganj - Raiganj Wildlife Sanctuary, Burhana Fakir Mosque, St. Joseph The Worker Cathedral
Siliguri - Salugara Monastery, ISKCON Temple, Mahananda Weir Wildlife Sanctuary, Science Citym, Sevoke Kali Mandir, Coronation Bridge, Madhuban Park
Darjeeling - Queen of The Himalayas