Kathmandu to Nepalgunj

When you want to get from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, 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 USD 17.40. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.40.

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj. Your trip will be a total of 529 miles (850 km). The flying distance is 441 miles (709 km).

The travel time from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 17 hours.

The cost of the trip from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sagarmatha Air Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.40 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 USD 17.40.

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

• Bus tickets - USD 17.40 to USD 17.40;
• Plane tickets - USD 132.57 to USD 132.57;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 291.62 to USD 366.78.

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

• Buses start plying the route from 18:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj. 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 USD 132.57.

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 Kathmandu to Nepalgunj

Buddha Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj 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 Kathmandu to Nepalgunj. 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 USD 291.62.

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

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj? 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:

• 100% decided to catch a taxi.