What is the cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley is to bus which costs $6 - $12 and takes 9h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley?

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley is to fly which takes 1h 49m and costs $100 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Kathmandu and Pokhara Valley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kathmandu and arriving at Pokhara. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley?

The distance between Kathmandu and Pokhara Valley is 153 km. The road distance is 195.4 km.

How do I travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $6 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley bus from?

Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley bus services, operated by Supreme Tours & Travel, depart from Kathmandu station.

Bus or fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley?

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley is to fly which takes 1h 49m and costs $100 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $12 and takes 9h.

Where does the Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley bus arrive?

Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley bus services, operated by Supreme Tours & Travel, arrive at Pokhara station.

Can I drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley is 195 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley.

Where can I stay near Pokhara Valley?

There are 583+ hotels available in Pokhara Valley.

Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley by plane, bus, taxi, or car

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Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport
best
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Pokhara Airport (PKR)plane KTM - PKR
1h 49m
$100–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kathmandu to Pokharabus
9h
$6–12
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Kalanki Dhungeadda to Manakamanabus
2. Take the taxi from Manakamana to Pokhara Valleytaxi
2h 22m
$77–92
Bus to Bharatpur Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Kalanki Dhungeadda to Chaubiskothibus
2. Fly from Bharatpur Airport (BHR) to Pokhara Airport (PKR)plane BHR - PKR
2h 59m
$507–707
Drive 195.4 km
1. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valleycar 195.4 km
3h 15m
$25–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kathmandu to Pokhara Valleytaxi 195.4 km
3h 15m
$140–170

Kathmandu to Pokhara Valley by bus

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Distance: 152.8 km
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Kathmandu, Nepal and Pokhara Valley, Nepal?

Buddha Air Ltd flies from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Pokhara Airport (PKR) hourly. Alternatively, Supreme Tours & Travel operates a bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara once daily. Tickets cost $7 and the journey takes 9h. Myagdi Korala also services this route twice daily.

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