The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Society is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales, no. 7406570. Registered office: Lime Tree Lodge, Thorpe Road, Mattersley, Doncaster, DN10 5ED
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Timetable and Travel Information
Please contact Paul Whittle for latest information - pro@dhrs.org
Most of the travel information for the DHR can now be found on
Indian Railways own web site www.dhr.in.net
DHR Train time table - www.dhr.in.net/train-schedule.php
Tour Groups
Several tour groups organise visits to the DHR, chartering their own special trains. Trains are normally 'shadowed' by road vehicles giving excellent opportunities for photography of the trains.
Darjeeling Tours Ltd is the DHRS's associated travel firm and can provide advice/information for group or individual itineraries. Its web site is at www.darjeelingtours.co.uk
e-mail tours@darjeelingtours.co.uk
Telephone 01777 817798
Photography
Aside from the stunning scenery, there are good opportunities to photo the world famous ‘B’ Class steam locomotives at work. The loco depots at Kurseong and Darjeeling are readily visible from the adjacent public roads and permission for photography is not required. At Siliguri Junction, the depot is surrounded by a perimeter wall and visits here require prior approval from the DHR authorities. (It should be noted that in the present security situation, photography on the Indian Railways main-line system is generally not permitted. Do not photograph on stations or trains without specific prior approval.)
Road Travel to Darjeeling
The direct route from Siliguri to Darjeeling on the Hill Cart Road NH55. Alternative routes are available via Mirik or the Teesta Valley/Jorbungalow route, or via Kurseong on the Pankabari Road (steep and limited to light traffic) or the now much-improved Rohini Road.
Road conditions can change unexpectedly due to weather, road repairs, or accidents. Before travelling it is advisable to seek advice from your tour operator or hotelier on the latest situation.
Allow approximately 3 hours (plus stops) for travel from Siliguri/Bagdogra Airport to Darjeeling.
Feedback/Comment
The above information is provided in good faith for intending travellers by
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Society (DHRS).
The DHRS cannot be held responsible for any loss or inconvenience caused by reliance on this information.
Feedback/comment is always welcome and should be sent to
pro@dhrs.org for the attention of Paul Whittle, Public Relations Officer
(+44 (0) 07387 159 487).
