Up north Bengal
From Malda, the highway heads north through Gazole and Raiganj to Dalkhola, passes briefly through Bihar's Kishanganj district, and re-enters Bengal at Islampur before reaching Siliguri. At about 242 km, a household loaded early can often be unloaded the same evening, but larger homes may arrive the next morning. Agree the expected arrival in writing.
Leaving Malda
Homes near Rathbari and the station may need goods carried or shuttled; colonies on NH 12 are quickest. Avoid the mango-season weeks if you can.
Through Bihar and back
The highway runs through a short stretch of Bihar between Dalkhola and Islampur. Keep the packing list, the mover's invoice and your ID handy in case the paperwork is checked.
Where in Siliguri
Siliguri's central areas, along Hill Cart Road, Sevoke Road and around the bazaars, are crowded. Pradhan Nagar, Ashrampara and the colonies towards Matigara and Champasari mix houses and apartments, and newer towers spread along the bypass. Bagdogra, near the airport, and the army and air force areas have their own access. Tell the mover the exact address.
Floods and rain
North Bengal gets very heavy monsoon rain, roughly June to September, and rivers along the route can flood the highway for a time. If a warning is issued, the move should wait. Summers are hot and humid; winters in Siliguri are cool.
November to February is usually the most comfortable window.
Gateway to the hills
Siliguri is the base for Darjeeling, Sikkim and the Dooars, and many families move here for trade, tea, tourism or postings. If you'll move on to the hills later, ask about storage; our storage service page explains how it works.
Defence and transfers
Large army and air force stations around Siliguri and Bagdogra bring families on postings. Service housing needs gate passes and an allotment letter. If an employer is paying, ask what documents they need; every mover we work with provides a GST invoice.
Festival dates
Durga Puja, Kali Puja and Eid keep crews busy at both ends. Choose a date clear of these if you can.
Packing for a long day
Ask for heavy items low and tied, glass packed separately, and wooden furniture wrapped in blankets. Seal electronics against humidity.
Apartments in Siliguri
Newer apartment blocks ask for notice of a move, set loading hours and need a lift booking. Ask the association a week ahead; our guide to society NOCs and lift bookings explains what to ask.
Raiganj and the bird sanctuary
Raiganj, halfway along, has a large wildlife sanctuary known for its migratory birds, and the highway through the town is busy at all hours.
Settling in
Ask about water timings and power backup, and book internet as soon as you have the address. Bengali, Hindi and Nepali are all spoken in Siliguri. Our guide to address changes after moving lists the records to update.