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

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Ilām is to bus and train via Kakarbhitta which costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,500 and takes 25h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Ilām is to fly and train which takes 6h 55m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹15,000.

How far is it from Kathmandu to Ilām?

The distance between Kathmandu and Ilām is 483 km. The road distance is 494.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Ilām without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 23h 16m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,400.

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Kathmandu to Ilām, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Ilām?

Ilām is 15 min behind Kathmandu. It is currently 10:15 AM in Kathmandu and 10:00 AM in Ilām.

Can I drive from Kathmandu to Ilām?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathmandu to Ilām is 495 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Kathmandu to Ilām.

Where can I stay near Ilām?

There are one+ hotels available in Ilām.

Kathmandu to Ilām - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, bus, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Kathmandu to Ilām by plane, train, car, bus, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Bhadrapur Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)plane KTM - BDP
2. Take the train from Galgalia to Milangarhtrain
7h 25m
₹14,388–17,179
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kathmandu to Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the train from Siliguri Jn to Harischandrpurtrain 07520 / ...
23h 26m
₹1,013–3,890
Drive, train
1. Drive from Kathmandu to Raxaul Jncar
2. Take the train from Raxaul Jn to Barsoi Jntrain 15656
18h 13m
₹2,508–6,022
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Kathmandu to Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Siliguri to Raiganjbus
3. Take the taxi from Raiganj to Ilāmtaxi
23h 16m
₹1,463–3,330
Drive 494.7 km
1. Drive from Kathmandu to Ilāmcar 494.7 km
8h 33m
₹6,049–8,737
Fly to Biratnagar Airport, train
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Biratnagar Airport (BIR)plane KTM - BIR
2. Take the train from Jogbani to Kumedpurtrain
6h 55m
₹12,008–14,225
Bus, train via Kakarbhitta
1. Take the bus from Gaushala to Kakadvittabus
2. Take the train from Siliguri Jn to Milangarhtrain 07520
25h 7m
₹2,153–3,463

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) flights

84Weekly Planes

43 minAverage Duration

₹4,056Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kathmandu to Ilām.

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Distance: 483.3 km
Duration: 7h 25m

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

There is no direct connection from Kathmandu to Ilām. However, you can take the line 5 bus to Tribhuvan International Airport, walk to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) airport, fly to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP), drive to Galgalia, take the train to Milangarh, then take the taxi to Ilām. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kathmandu to Ilām via Raxaul Jn, Barsoi Jn, and Harischandrpur in around 18h 13m.

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