Kathmandu to Pokhara

Kathmandu to Pokhara

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Kathmandu to Pokhara Destination Reviews

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The bus was not as good as in the picture. The tires were done already.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Tourist AC, Rainbow Safari, Oct 20, 2025
AR
You pay for what you get. I paid for a sofa seat, still inexpensive given the ride lasted 8 hours. However, despite the large armchair, there was no legroom for such a long journey. The ride was rough, bumpy and unpleasant, but that’s the roads, and would be the same in any vehicle. There were 3 stops, 10 mins, 25 mins and 5 mins, at places where food and drink could be purchased and toilets used. This is the only other real alternative to flying. It’s a tenth of the price, but if you suffer travel sickness my advice: take the plane.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus VIP Sofa Seater, Graceful Adventure Travel, Oct 14, 2025
PJ
the gentleman who was in charge of hte booking was really great, our journey was cancalled due to landslides, he was happy to chat on whatsapp and got me on the next buses that ran, and was very friendly and professional. I would definitely book with him again
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Deluxe Sofa, Himalayan Travel Leaders, Oct 8, 2025
JK
There’s bus stop change but no notice so embarrassed.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus VIP Sofa, Himalayan Travel Leaders, Oct 4, 2025
A
At times overcrowded to the point where one passanger had to stand during the trip (!). The worst part - the driver didn't want to take us to the final bus stand which was specifically mentioned in the ticket we bought.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Hiace, Nepal Micro Hiace, Sep 5, 2025
AN
The seats are comfortable with air conditioning, the staff is nice and we did several stop for toilet and lunch. But be sure about your boarding point and time and call them when you’re there. I was told a different bus number and the bus crossed my stop without picking me up. I had to go to the next stop by taxi, but they waited for me there. They’re nice, just be sure you have all information clearly!
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Tourist bus, Desh Darshan Bus Sewa, Sep 4, 2025
DW
The trip was amazing. The seats were very comfortable, the bus left on time and the staff on board were very friendly and helpful. The best part of the trip was the choice of places to stop along the way for food and toilet breaks. Each place was clean and next to areas of stunning natural beauty. It was a truly memorable experience.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus VIP Sofa Seater, Land Himalayan Sofa Seater, Jul 19, 2025
HF
The driver played super loud music for 8 hours. He also told us to get out of the bus at some stop as the only passengers eventhough he drove further till lake side. We were therfore alone as two girls in a very bad district of Pokhara in the middle of the night. Overall a good option for budged bagpackers but not the best for girls. Maybe do tourist bus instead.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus AC, Uttarganga Barah Yatayat, Jun 25, 2025
TS
The bus took 2 hours to leave KATHMANDU and stopped to take local passengers. Reached 2 hours late to Pokhara
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x2 Sofa Seater, Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus, Jun 24, 2025
SD
We left and arrived on time. We made 3 food/toilet stops on the way. The seats were comfortable. The staff was nice. The road is bumpy but that's the case for every vehicle, it's not the company's fault, so I find it weird to see so many people complain about that in comments.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Deluxe Sofa, Himalayan Travel Leaders, Jun 22, 2025
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Kathmandu to Pokhara Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Graceful Adventure Travel
SUV 3pax
Any time
+6h 30m
$140.00
Bus
Dhaulagiri Hiace
Hiace
05:00
21:00
$6.42
Bus
AC Hiace
Hiace
05:30
13:30
$6.84
Bus
Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus
2x2 Sofa Seater
06:00
13:00
$8.20
  4.2
Bus
Supreme Tours Bus from Bouddha
VIP Sofa Seater
06:20
15:20
$8.20
  3.0
Flight
Yeti Airlines
Economy
06:40
07:05
$91.00
  5.0
Bus
Land Himalayan Sofa Seater
VIP Sofa Seater
07:00
15:00
$9.57
  4.8
Flight
Yeti Airlines
Economy
07:20
07:45
$91.00
  5.0
Flight
Yeti Airlines
Economy
07:40
08:05
$91.00
  5.0
Flight
Yeti Airlines
Economy
08:00
08:25
$91.00
  5.0
Bus
Pokhara Greyhound Sofa Seater Day Service
VIP Sofa Seater
08:20
16:20
$10.26
Bus
New Royal Pokhara Sofa Seater
2x1 Sofa Seater
08:40
16:40
$8.89
  2.0
Flight
Yeti Airlines
Economy
09:00
09:25
$91.00
  5.0
Bus
Prithvi Rajmarga Bus
Mini Bus
09:20
17:20
$4.44
Bus
Lotus Adventure Tours Day
AC
09:40
17:40
$6.84
Bus
Lotus Adventure Tours Day
AC
10:00
18:00
$6.84
Bus
Lotus Adventure Travels and Tours
AC
10:20
18:20
$6.84
Flight
Yeti Airlines
Economy
10:40
11:05
$91.00
  5.0
Bus
Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus
2x2 Sofa Seater
11:00
18:00
$8.20
  3.9
Bus
Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus
2x2 Sofa Seater
11:20
18:20
$8.20
  3.9

Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Facts about the transport from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport25m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day186
Distance1100 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAgni, Baba Adventure Travels and Tours, Baglung Bhagawati Hiace, Baniya Tours, Blueline Travels, Buddha Air, Dafe Air Bus, Dhaulagiri Hiace, Global Vacation, Graceful Adventure Travel, Greyhound, Hahn Air Systems, Himalayan Travel Leaders, Holiday Adventure Vip Sofa, Intercity Adventure Offer, Koili Vip Sofa With Sleeper, MnS Adventure, Mns Adventures, Myagdi Korala 2X2 Vip Sofa Seater, Nepal Micro Hiace, New Lotus Adventure, New Road Travels, New Road Travels and Tours, New Royal Pokhara, Novel, Open Visit, Open Visit Nepal Travel and Tours, Pokhara Greyhound, Pokhara Jagadamba Washroom, Rainbow Adventure, Rainbow Safari, Reliable, Royal Gorkhali, Royal Syangja, Sanjog Travels B, Shuva Adhikari Travels, Shuva Jagadamba Travels, Srishti, Star Of Pokhara, Supreme Tours, Swift Holidays, Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus, Syangja Gandaki, Tahalka, TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India, Yeti Airlines, Yeti Airlines

How to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara

When you want to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara, 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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 270.34. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 6.56.

How far is Kathmandu from Pokhara?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Your trip will be a total of 684 miles (1100 km). The flying distance is 221 miles (355 km).

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

The travel time from Kathmandu to Pokhara can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 22 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Kathmandu to Pokhara varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Nepal Micro Hiace: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 6.56 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 270.34.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 6.57 to USD 18.19;
  • Plane tickets - USD 87.47 to USD 270.34;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 125.66 to USD 209.21.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:00. There are 128 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara depart during the day - there are approximately 48 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Kathmandu to Pokhara any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara. 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 87.47.

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 Pokhara

Buddha Air, Hahn Air Systems, Yeti Airlines, Yeti Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara 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 Pokhara. 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 125.66.

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 Kathmandu to Pokhara

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

  • 83% decided to go for a bus.
  • 12% users took a plane.
  • 5% decided to catch a taxi.