Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Kolkata to Siliguri Bus Fares Skyrocket for Durga Puja
Going from Kolkata to Siliguri by bus is costing a lot more than usual because it's Durga Puja time.
Bus tickets are going for as much as Rs 5,000, which is much more than they should be and even more than some flights.
Some people think bus companies are charging too much.
A group wants the government to step in and make sure the prices are fair.
The government says they know about it and will talk to the bus companies.
Bus fares from Kolkata to Siliguri have surged to Rs 4,000-5,000 during Durga Puja.
These fares are significantly higher than the state-recommended Rs 1,300-1,500 and some flight tickets.
A bus fan group, Kolkata Bus-o-pedia, is calling for government intervention to regulate fares.
They allege private bus companies are exploiting the festive season to inflate prices unfairly.
The transport department is aware of the issue and plans to meet with bus operators.
- Who
- Passengers, private bus operators, and Kolkata Bus-o-pedia.
- What
- Bus fares on the Kolkata to Siliguri route have increased substantially.
- When
- During the Durga Puja season.
- Where
- Kolkata to Siliguri.
- Why
- Due to increased demand during the festive season, allowing some bus operators to increase fares.
Consumer Perspective
Bus Operator Perspective
Fare Regulation
Consumer Perspective
Bus fares are being unfairly inflated during Durga Puja, exploiting passengers.
Bus Operator Perspective
Bus operators face high operational costs and should be allowed to set dynamic fares based on demand.
- Route
- Kolkata to Siliguri
- Current Bus Fare
- Rs 4,000-5,000
- State-Recommended Fare
- Rs 1,300-1,500
- Flight Fare Comparison
- Rs 8,500-10,500
- Distance
- 574 km
- Group
- Kolkata Bus-o-pedia