Kathmandu to Pokhara by bus, flight, taxi from NPR 1,320

Kathmandu to Pokhara Destination Reviews

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최성국

The staff’s service was truly excellent. However, I noticed that the online bus images and the actual buses were quite different. It would be much better if the company showed the real condition of every vehicle honestly, respecting the consumer’s right to choose.As a foreigner who loves Nepal, I believe that small, honest actions like this can gradually raise the overall awareness of the Nepalese people. Transparency not only builds trust with customers but also contributes to a stronger image of Nepal as a welcoming destination.

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x1 VIP Sofa Seater, MnS Adventure, Jun 4, 2026

Praveen K

They just stopped at 12 pm for 8 mins for snacks and the next stop was at 4 30pm for 15 mins. When i asked the bus guy he was not nice and told only 5 mins break! Wherez the lunch break!? No clear instructions!! I dint eat the whole day till 4 30 PM!!

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x2 Sofa Seater, Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus, May 24, 2026

Roy K

Good Bus and it stopped in two good restaurants

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Euro 6 Luxury, Swift Holidays, May 24, 2026

Magdalena

It was easy, comfortable, widi and charging included, seemed well organised, tjey were helpful.

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x2 Sofa Seater, Shuva Jagadamba Travels, May 11, 2026

Yola G

This journey was very good snd comfortable. I recommend

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2*1 VIP Luxury Sofa, Rainbow Adventure Travel (Rainbow Adventure & Travel), Apr 28, 2026

Lorraine C

I took this ride based on other reviews and in my experience it could have been better. First off when I asked which bus they were they wouldn't say. I stood there asking the same person repeatedly until I saw my name in their list. Second, even though there was space on the bus to sit in a side seat, they put me to the back. It seems foreigners sit in the back despite what they pay, and despite them getting on at the start of the route. But in my case when another woman foreigner got on she was allocated the seat I requested. The guy who did this and had refused me spent much of the journey staring at me knowing, I believe, that he was in the wrong. 3rd, there was a break within an 40 minutes of the ride, then 3 more stops. Stops are good, but getting people to pee on the side of the road because you stayed too long elsewhere was not cool. And the lunch break was so long that all the passengers were outside looking for the drivers. The gist is, it could have been better. It was a bumpy ride on the backseat and they don't decline so if you pay for that, forget it. Thankfully the power sockets worked. The most important thing is they got us to our destination safe, only 30 minutes later than advertised and water was available. I guess the most epic part of the journey was when 2 foreigners made a run for 2 free seats a space ahead. The seat allocator shouted them out and to the back when 2 locals refused to look at the backseats as an alternative. Such drama equates to an adventure. I wish the company well...and anyone else who travels with them.

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Deluxe Sofa, Himalayan Travel Leaders, Apr 19, 2026

Baerbel W

The van was supposed to leave Kathmandu at 1 p.m. I arrived at the bus stop at 12 p.m. and told the two staff members that I was going to grab something to eat and would be right back. I left my trolley with them behind the counter. Shortly after, I received a call from the driver asking where I was, and he ended by saying he’d be at the bus stop at 1 p.m. When I returned to the bus stop shortly after, my trolley was gone. The staff said it was already in the van, which would be back in five minutes. The van arrived more than forty minutes later. I suspect it had made a tour through Kathmandu to pick up more passengers, because when I booked the day before, almost all the seats had been available, and now the van was full. The trip took nearly two hours longer than indicated at the time of booking. The ride itself was fine; the driver and co-driver were super nice. There were a few breaks, and the van kept stopping along the way to look for more passengers to fill the empty seats whenever someone got off.

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Air Suspension AC, Mahanagar Yatayat EV Hiace, Apr 11, 2026

Pietro C

Standard bus. They provide a bottle of water. Please follow the location provided in the PDF link, as the written address is incorrect.

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x1 VIP Sofa Seater, MnS Adventure, Apr 9, 2026

Bernadett S

Everything was fine, they look after us to find the car and everything. It was a nice local experince.

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Hiace, Nepal Micro Hiace, Apr 8, 2026

Marta F

The seats are actually quite comfortable. The ride is very bumpy. Fans only worked for the first 30 minutes then it became very hot. They stop every hour for the toilet and they turn the lights on and once they also started playing music. Also they had stopped for over half an hour.

Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x1 Sofa With Sleeper, Royal Gorkhali, Mar 28, 2026

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Kathmandu to Pokhara Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Graceful Adventure Travel	SUV 3pax	Any time	+6h 30m	$140.00
Bus	Dhaulagiri Hiace	Hiace	05:00	21:00	$5.97
Bus	AC Hiace	Hiace	05:30	13:30	$6.36
Bus	Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus	2x2 Sofa Seater	06:00	13:00	$7.63	4.2
Bus	Supreme Tours Bus from Bouddha	VIP Sofa Seater	06:20	15:20	$7.63	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	$8.90	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	$9.54
Bus	New Royal Pokhara Sofa Seater	2x1 Sofa Seater	08:40	16:40	$8.27	2.0
Flight	Yeti Airlines	Economy	09:00	09:25	$91.00	5.0
Bus	Prithvi Rajmarga Bus	Mini Bus	09:20	17:20	$4.13
Bus	Lotus Adventure Tours Day	AC	09:40	17:40	$6.36
Bus	Lotus Adventure Tours Day	AC	10:00	18:00	$6.36
Bus	Lotus Adventure Travels and Tours	AC	10:20	18:20	$6.36
Flight	Yeti Airlines	Economy	10:40	11:05	$91.00	5.0
Bus	Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus	2x2 Sofa Seater	11:00	18:00	$7.63	3.9
Bus	Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus	2x2 Sofa Seater	11:20	18:20	$7.63	3.9

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 Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 12.95. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 8.63.

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 Baniya Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 8.63 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 12.95.

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

Bus tickets - USD 8.63 to USD 12.95;
Plane tickets - USD 110.53 to USD 345.19;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 110.23 to USD 209.43.

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 110.53.

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, Buddha Air, Hahn Air Systems, Yeti Airlines, 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 110.23.

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:

57% decided to go for a bus.
30% users took a plane.
13% decided to catch a taxi.

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Facts about the transport from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Cheapest Transport	$9
Fastest Transport	25m
Earliest Departure	6:29 AM
Latest Departure	7:30 PM
Departures per day	11
Distance	2 kilometers
Transport Companies	Baba Adventure, Baba Adventure Travels and Tours, Baniya Travels, Buddha Air, Buddha Air, Graceful Adventure Travel, Hahn Air Systems, Himalaya Sky Travel and Adventure, Newroad Travels, Swift Holidays, TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India, Yeti Airlines, Yeti Airlines, Yeti Airlines

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