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How to get fromPataliputra to Kathmanduby train, car, bus, or plane

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

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  1. Train, drive

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    1. Take the train from Danapur to Raxaul Jntrain train 15516
    2. Drive from Raxaul Jn to Kathmanducar car
    10h 24m
    $19–50
  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Patna to Gorakhpurbus bus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
    2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus bus
    20h 34m
  3. Drive  332 km

    1. Drive from Pataliputra to Kathmanducar car 332 km
    5h 19m
    $40–57
  4. Train, fly

    1. Take the train from Danapur to Raxaul Jntrain train
    2. Fly from Simara Airport (SIF) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane plane SIF - KTM
    10h 9m
    $321–355

Simara Airport (SIF) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) flights

Calendar28Weekly Planes
Duration15 minAverage Duration
Ticket$59Cheapest Price
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Comparing Your Travel Options

What companies run services between Pataliputra, State of Bihar, India and Kathmandu, Nepal?

You can take a vehicle from Pataliputra to Swoyambhu via Patna, Gorakhpur, and Gorakhpur in around 20h 34m.

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