What is the cheapest way to get from Darjeeling to Kathmandu?

The cheapest way to get from Darjeeling to Kathmandu is to bus which costs $5 - $23 and takes 20h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darjeeling to Kathmandu?

The fastest way to get from Darjeeling to Kathmandu is to drive and fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $150 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Darjeeling and Kathmandu?

No, there is no direct bus from Darjeeling to Kathmandu. However, there are services departing from Darjeeling and arriving at Kathmandu via Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 45m.

How far is it from Darjeeling to Kathmandu?

The distance between Darjeeling and Kathmandu is 387 km. The road distance is 494.8 km.

How do I travel from Darjeeling to Kathmandu without a car?

The best way to get from Darjeeling to Kathmandu without a car is to bus which takes 20h 45m and costs $5 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Darjeeling to Kathmandu?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Darjeeling to Kathmandu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darjeeling to Kathmandu bus from?

Darjeeling to Kathmandu bus services, operated by NBSTC, depart from Darjeeling station.

Where does the Darjeeling to Kathmandu bus arrive?

Darjeeling to Kathmandu bus services, operated by NBSTC, arrive at Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminus station.

What is the time difference between Darjeeling and Kathmandu?

Kathmandu is 15 min ahead of Darjeeling. It is currently 10:06 AM in Darjeeling and 10:21 AM in Kathmandu.

Can I drive from Darjeeling to Kathmandu?

Yes, the driving distance between Darjeeling to Kathmandu is 495 km. It takes approximately 8h 8m to drive from Darjeeling to Kathmandu.

Where can I stay near Kathmandu?

There are 1662+ hotels available in Kathmandu.

Darjeeling to Kathmandu - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Darjeeling to Kathmandu by car, plane, taxi, train, or bus

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Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Darjeeling to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)car
2. Fly from Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane BDP - KTM
2h 41m
$150–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darjeeling to Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus to Kathmandubus
20h 45m
$5–22
Taxi, train, drive
1. Take the taxi from Darjeeling to New Jalpaiguritaxi
2. Take the train from New Jalpaiguri to Raxaul Jntrain
3. Drive from Raxaul Jn to Kathmanducar
15h 39m
$48–86
Drive 494.8 km
1. Drive from Darjeeling to Kathmanducar 494.8 km
8h 8m
$64–92

Darjeeling to Kathmandu by bus

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20h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 387.1 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Darjeeling, India and Kathmandu, Nepal?

You can take a bus from Darjeeling to Kathmandu via Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminus and Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus in around 20h 45m.

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