Rome2Rio

How to get fromVaranasi to Bhaktapurby plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

Find Transport to Bhaktapur

See all options

There are 6 ways to get from Varanasi to Bhaktapur by plane, bus, train, car, 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.

  1. Fly to Tribhuvan International Airport, bus

    best
    1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane plane VNS - KTM
    2. Take the bus from Khoteshwor to Bhaktapurbus bus
    2h 15m

  2. Train, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Gorakhpurtrain train 15104 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus bus
    23h 28m
    $8–55

  3. Train, drive

    1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Raxaul Jntrain train 14008 / ...
    2. Drive from Raxaul Jn to Bhaktapurcar car
    15h 6m
    $22–50

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Gorakhpurbus bus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
    2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus bus
    23h 6m
    $11–70

  5. Drive  471.3 km

    1. Drive from Varanasi to Bhaktapurcar car 471.3 km
    8h 11m
    $61–87

  6. Fly to Simara Airport, taxi

    1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Simara Airport (SIF)plane plane VNS - SIF
    2. Take the taxi from Simara Airport (SIF) to Bhaktapurtaxi taxi
    5h 7m
    $215–966

Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) flights

Calendar3Weekly Planes
Duration35 minAverage Duration
Ticket$43Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Varanasi to Bhaktapur.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 388.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Bhaktapur, Bagmati Province, Nepal?

You can take a bus from Varanasi to Bhaktapur via Gorakhpur, Gorakhpur, Swoyambhu, N.A.C, and Kalanki in around 23h 6m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Why you should take the train in the US, The beginner’s guide to the 2018 World Nomad Games, and 5 incredible day trips from Florence by train - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Booking & Getting There