Buses from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Buses from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Kathmandu
Pokhara
Tue, Nov 5
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Kathmandu to Pokhara Bus Schedule

Kathmandu to Pokhara Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Comfort 3pax Any timeNPR 18,399
Tahalka Sofa Seater VIP Sofa Seater 05:30 - 13:30NPR 1,601
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1795606:30 - 06:55NPR 35,794
Dhaulagiri Hiace AC Hiace 08:30 - 00:30NPR 970
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1796011:10 - 11:35NPR 37,122
Shree Airlines SHA Economy #SHA66313:25 - 13:45NPR 11,587
Yeti Airlines Economy #YT-68114:30 - 14:55NPR 12,702
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1893417:45 - 18:10NPR 36,828
Jaljala 2x2 Sofa Seater 18:45 - 10:45NPR 1,067
Green Land 2x2 Sofa Seater 20:00 - 08:00NPR 1,280

Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Facts about the bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Cheapest Bus$6
Fastest Bus6h
Earliest Bus5:30 AM
Latest Bus8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes55
Distance2 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAgni 2X2 Sofa, Baba Adventure Night Bus, Baba Adventure Sofa Seat, Baniya Travel Morning AC Tourist Sofa Bus, Baniya Travel Night AC Tourist Sofa Bus, Desh Darshan 2x2 Sofa, Desh Darshan Bus Sewa, Dhaulagiri, Dhaulagiri Deluxe, Dhaulagiri Hiace, Dhaulagiri Yatayat, Dhaulagiri Yatayat Rocket AC, Fly Cross Sumo Service, Land Himalayan Sofa Seater, Lotus Adventure 2X2 Sofa Seater, Lotus Adventure Night, Lotus Adventure Tours Day, Lotus Adventure Travels and Tours, Lotus Adventure VIP Sofa Seater Night Bus, Machhapuchhre Sofa Night Service, Machhapuchre Day Service, Mountain Over Land, Mountain Overland Travels and Tours, Myagdi Korala 2x2 Sofa Seater, Myagdi Korala VIP AC Bus, Open Visit Night Service, Open Visit VIP Sofa Seat, Pokhara Greyhound Sofa Seater Day Service, Pokhara Greyhound Sofa Seater Night Service, Pokhara Jagadamba, Pokhara Jagadamba Night Service, Rainbow Adventure VIP Sofa Seater, Reliable Intl Travels and Tour Day Service, Reliable Intl Travels and Tour Night Service, Sajha Yatayat, Sanjog Travels, Shuva Adhikari Travels Bus From Bouddha, Srishti Super Vip Sofa Offer Night service, Tahalka Sofa Seater, Uttarganga Barah Yatayat, World Touch Travels 2x2 Sofa Seater, Yeti Adventure Travels Volvo Cruiser Couch

Kathmandu to Pokhara Destination Reviews

CF
Very delayed journey. No AC as advertised.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Ac Deluxe, Uttarganga Barah Yatayat, Aug 30, 2024
WS
It was a long bumpy ride on very dangerous roads. But we were in safe hands of the bud driver who did an excellent job. He ensured that his passengers arrived safely to their destinations. It is not an easy job, the bus driver deserves credit when it is due.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x2 Sofa, Mns 2X2 Sofa Night Service, Aug 28, 2024
A
Good bus. Comfy, with AC. Friendly staff (both driver and helper).
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus VIP Sofa Seater, Land Himalayan Sofa Seater, May 24, 2024
AR
Disappointing. Not a tourist bus, just a very old and dirty local bus. Obviously has no AC. Took us to Pokhara.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Super AC Deluxe, Shuva Jagadamba, Dec 12, 2023
MK
As good as it gets in Nepal bus... which is a low bar.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus VIP Sofa Seater, Baba Adventure Sofa Seat, Dec 5, 2023
R
The bus was slightly less broken than the road. It’s not a highway, it’s a very rough track with landslides having damaged it all along its route. The road is being upgraded but it’ll be 2-5 years before it’s finished at a guess. We took 12 hours, not the advertised 7 hours. We experienced a blow out (fixed very quickly) and electrical failure. Pitch black, no lights for 45 minutes. The three stars are for the crew, especially the driver, who was excellent. I’d turn up at the bus station to get a better rate too. Watch out for dodgy insurance being auto added by 12GO. You have to select no to remove it as opposed to yes to include it. I tried to request a refund but the website didn’t work. Use 12GO as a guide then go local in my opinion.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Ac Deluxe, Lotus Adventure Tours Day, Oct 6, 2023
C
The bus without AC , unconfortable . As it rained during the trip my two bags arrived full of mud . Driver and asssistant with very nice and helpfull actitude.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Ac Deluxe, Lotus Adventure Tours Day, Apr 4, 2023
PJ
People from staff really nice and available, but the buses are not as the photos showed.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus VIP Sofa, Pokhara Jagadamba, Jan 26, 2023
S
Very good bus compared to most I've been in during my time in India and nepal. Takes 9 hours thou not 7 which wasn't a big deal
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus VIP Sofa Seater, Open Visit Nepal, Dec 1, 2022
SV
A bit confused about allocated seat number vs actual seat numbering. Other than that everything was nice about this booking.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Super Deluxe, Blue Sky Travel, Jun 6, 2022
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How to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Kathmandu to Pokhara tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Kathmandu to Pokhara?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Kathmandu to Pokhara depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Kathmandu to Pokhara is about 6h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Kathmandu and Pokhara may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara by Bus?

The ticket price from Kathmandu to Pokhara can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Kathmandu to Pokhara timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Kathmandu to Pokhara timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

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