Overview
Samdrup Jongkhar is a trading hub for Bhutanese and Indian businesses and serves as a gateway for travelers heading into Eastern Bhutan. The town has a clean, welcoming feel with a mix of Bhutanese and Indian shops, restaurants, and hotels.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · Transit Hub
Before you go
Culture
The town has a mix of Bhutanese and Indian shops, restaurants, and hotels. A clean, welcoming atmosphere with cross-border cultural influences.
Money
Bhutanese Ngultrum (Nu) is the local currency. Indian Rupee is accepted in border areas.
Transport
Buses to Phuentsholing depart at 06:00 (non-A/C Nu600) and 06:30 (A/C Nu685). Journey takes about nine hours through Assam and West Bengal.