Chitwan to Kathmandu

Chitwan to Kathmandu

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Chitwan to Kathmandu Destination Reviews

JC
Jauke C
We were put in another bus. Another company. Without any information to us. And we were put in the back of the bus…
Chitwan to Kathmandu, Bus Tourist AC, Rainbow Safari, Apr 26, 2026
GK
Gowtham K
The bus arrived almost 3 hrs late to destinations
Chitwan to Kathmandu, Bus 2X1 Extra Large Sofa, Swift Holidays, Mar 26, 2026
MB
Muslihin B
The operator will whatsapp you the details. They get there on time, but our bus which should be 6 hour become 8 hour. Cant be blame truly on them, but yeah, do expect delay.
Chitwan to Kathmandu, Bus 2x1 Sofa Seater, Travel Nepal, Feb 25, 2026
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Rob S
Good ride , quick driver , nicely on time departure , arrival was late due to an accident with another car . Not sure who's fault it was but within 15 minutes two other buses stopped and we could continue our journey to Kathmandu !
Chitwan to Kathmandu, Bus Premium Sofa Seat, Open Visit Nepal Travel and Tours, Nov 24, 2025
NM
Nitai M
bus left an hour late and arrived two hours late to the destination
Chitwan to Kathmandu, Bus Premium Sofa, New Road Travels and Tours (New Road Travels (Sofa Bus Nepal)), Nov 16, 2025
JM
Justus M
Good contact with agency. Drive took 8 hours instead of the mentioned 6 hours. We were put in the back where the seats cannot recline.
Chitwan to Kathmandu, Bus Deluxe Sofa, Himalayan Travel Leaders, Oct 31, 2025
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Chitwan to Kathmandu Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TravelODesk India
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+7h
€112.68
Bus
Thapa Travels
EV
04:00
10:00
€3.77
Bus
Sangita Travel
EV
04:30
11:30
€3.23
Bus
Dhakal Travels
EV
05:00
10:00
€3.77
Bus
Dhakal Travels
EV
06:00
11:00
€3.77
Bus
Newroad Travels 2X2 Sofa Seat
VIP Sofa Seater
07:00
13:00
€4.85
Bus
Century Adventure
Tourist 2X2 Sofa Seater
07:25
13:25
€4.85
Bus
Newroad Travels
VIP Sofa Seater
07:45
19:45
€4.85
Bus
Century Adventure
Tourist 2X2 Sofa Seater
08:05
14:05
€4.85
Bus
Chitwan Safari 2x2 Sofa
Tourist bus
08:25
14:25
€4.85
Bus
Century Adventure
Tourist 2X2 Sofa Seater
10:00
16:00
€4.85

How to get from Chitwan to Kathmandu

When you want to get from Chitwan to Kathmandu, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 8.94. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 3.86.

How far is Chitwan from Kathmandu?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chitwan to Kathmandu. Your trip will be a total of 373 miles (600 km). The flying distance is 221 miles (355 km).

How long does it take to get from Chitwan to Kathmandu?

The travel time from Chitwan to Kathmandu can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chitwan to Kathmandu?

The cost of the trip from Chitwan to Kathmandu varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Mahadev Micro Sewa: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 3.86 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as EUR 8.94.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chitwan to Kathmandu:

  • Bus tickets - EUR 3.86 to EUR 8.94;
  • Plane tickets - EUR 115.54 to EUR 310.51;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 79.72 to EUR 157.30.

How many trips per day are there between Chitwan and Kathmandu?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 04:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 08:40. There are 17 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chitwan to Kathmandu. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is EUR 115.54.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Chitwan to Kathmandu

Buddha Air, Buddha Air, Hahn Air Systems

Buses

Taking a bus from Chitwan to Kathmandu is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chitwan to Kathmandu. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as EUR 79.72.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Chitwan to Kathmandu

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chitwan to Kathmandu? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 58% decided to go for a bus.
  • 28% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 14% users took a plane.

Transportation from Chitwan to Kathmandu

Facts about the transport from Chitwan to Kathmandu

Cheapest Transport€4
Fastest Transport25m
Earliest Departure4:00 AM
Latest Departure4:30 PM
Departures per day17
Distance600 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAasish Travel And Tours, Baba Adventure, Baba Adventure Travels and Tours, Baba Travels, Baniya Travels Night Bus, Buddha Air, Buddha Air, Century Adventure, Chitwan Safari 2X2 Sofa, Graceful Adventure Travel, Hahn Air Systems, Himalaya Sky Travel and Adventure, Kasara Tours And Travels, Mahadev Micro Sewa, Sai Baba, Sangita Travel, Sharada Tours 2X2 Vip Recliner Sofa Seater, Shuvayatri Travels, Swift Holidays, Thapa Travels, Travel Nepal, TravelODesk India