What is the cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Thamel?

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Thamel is to train and drive which costs $20 - $50 and takes 15h.

What is the fastest way to get from Varanasi to Thamel?

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Thamel is to fly which takes 1h 32m and costs $120 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Thamel?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Thamel. However, there are services departing from Varanasi and arriving at Lainchaur via Gorakhpur and N.A.C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 26m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Thamel?

The distance between Varanasi and Thamel is 388 km. The road distance is 464.4 km.

How do I travel from Varanasi to Thamel without a car?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Thamel without a car is to bus which takes 21h 26m and costs $11 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Thamel?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Varanasi to Thamel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Thamel bus from?

Varanasi to Thamel bus services, operated by MK Travels, depart from Varanasi station.

Bus or fly from Varanasi to Thamel?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Thamel is to fly which takes 1h 32m and costs $120 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $70 and takes 21h 26m.

Where does the Varanasi to Thamel bus arrive?

Varanasi to Thamel bus services, operated by MK Travels, arrive at Gorakhpur station.

What is the time difference between Varanasi and Thamel?

Thamel is 15 min ahead of Varanasi. It is currently 6:26 PM in Varanasi and 6:41 PM in Thamel.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Thamel?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Thamel is 464 km. It takes approximately 8h 5m to drive from Varanasi to Thamel.

Where can I stay near Thamel?

There are 1501+ hotels available in Thamel.

Varanasi to Thamel - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Varanasi to Thamel by plane, train, car, bus, or taxi

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Fly to Tribhuvan International Airport
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane VNS - KTM
1h 32m
$126–297
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Gorakhpurtrain 15104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus
21h 48m
$8–55
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Raxaul Jntrain 14008 / ...
2. Drive from Raxaul Jn to Thamelcar
15h
$21–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Gorakhpurbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus
21h 26m
$11–70
Drive 464.4 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Thamelcar 464.4 km
8h 5m
$60–86
Fly to Simara Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Simara Airport (SIF)plane VNS - SIF
2. Take the taxi from Simara Airport (SIF) to Thameltaxi
5h 1m
$210–966

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

3Weekly Planes

35 minAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 387.6 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Thamel, Nepal?

Buddha Air Ltd flies from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varanasi to Lainchaur via Gorakhpur, Gorakhpur, Swoyambhu, and N.A.C in around 21h 26m.

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