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Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train)

UNESCO World Heritage narrow-gauge railway winding through hills and tea estates.

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The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the famous "toy train" that climbs from the plains to Darjeeling on a 2-foot narrow-gauge line, looping through tea estates and past the Batasia Loop. Popular joy-ride services run between Darjeeling and Ghoom, the highest station, taking in the Batasia Loop and war memorial.

How to reach Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train)

Board at Darjeeling station; joy rides run to Ghoom and back, or ride the full line from New Jalpaiguri.

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Visitor information

🕑 TimingsScheduled services (book ahead)
🎟 Entry feeTicketed (joy rides and full journeys priced separately)
📅 Best timeFebruary to March and September to December
📍 From centreTown centre (Darjeeling station)
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