Pokhara to Kathmandu -> Distance, Car, Road, Train, Flight, Bus

Pokhara to Kathmandu

Pokhara to Kathmandu Road Distance

201.5 kms

Pokhara to Kathmandu Aerial Distance

143 km

Pokhara to Kathmandu Travel Time

5 hours 46 minutes

How to reach Kathmandu from Pokhara

200 Kms away from the city of Pokhara is Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. There are multiple options to travel to the capital , but the fastest and most comfortable is the flight which takes about 20 minutes.

Knowing The Details

1. Pokhara to Kathmandu by Flight

2. Pokhara to Kathmandu by Road

3. Pokhara to Kathmandu by Bus

4. Popular Routes to Kathmandu

5. Popular Routes from Pokhara

6. Places to Visit in Kathmandu

7. Hotels in Kathmandu

Kathmandu Travel Packages

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5 Days / 4 Nights

4 Nights 5 Days Nepal Package

Kathmandu(1N) → Pokhara(2N) → Kathmandu(1N)

$ 232

14% off

$198/person

6 Days / 5 Nights

Nepal Kathmandu Tour Package - Super Saver Tour

Kathmandu(2N) → Pokhara(2N) → Kathmandu(1N)

$ 296

15% off

$250/person

7 Days / 6 Nights

Best Nepal Tour Package - Kathmandu & Pokhara W...

Kathmandu(3N) → Nagarkot(1N) → Pokhara(2N)

$274/person

9 Days / 8 Nights

Nepal Tour Package for 8 Nights - Thamel Tour i...

Kathmandu(3N) → Pokhara(2N) → Chitwan National Park(2N) → Nagarkot(1N)

$ 612

15% off

$517/person

3 Days / 2 Nights

2 Nights 3 Days Kathmandu Package With Full Day...

Kathmandu(2N)

$140/person

4 Days / 3 Nights

3 Nights 4 Days Nepal Package: Kathmandu and Na...

Kathmandu(2N) → Nagarkot(1N)

$ 198

14% off

$169/person

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1. Pokhara to Kathmandu by Flight

14 flights operate between the two cities everyday. The airlines that operate on this route are Budha Air and Yeti Airlines. Taking a flight is highly recommended as it is comfortable and the fastest way to travel. Moreover taking nan early flight will leave you with ample time throughout the day to enjoy activities and sightseeing.

Flights can sometimes be delayed because of poor weather.

Average Travel Time: 30 minutes
Starting Price: 3000 NPR
Departure Airport: Pokhara Airport
Arrival Airport: Tribhuvan International Airport

Pokhara to Kathmandu Flights

Showing indicative fares for from PKR to KTM.

Buddha Air

08:00 Pokhara

00 h 25 m

08:25 Kathmandu

₹ 3,110

Buddha Air

10:45 Pokhara

00 h 25 m

11:10 Kathmandu

₹ 3,110

Buddha Air

09:00 Pokhara

00 h 25 m

09:25 Kathmandu

₹ 3,110

Buddha Air

11:40 Pokhara

00 h 25 m

12:05 Kathmandu

₹ 3,110

Buddha Air

14:40 Pokhara

00 h 25 m

15:05 Kathmandu

₹ 3,110

2. Pokhara to Kathmandu by Road

Approximate travel time: 6 hours
Approximate taxi fare: 2400 NPR
Distance: 200 Kms
Car rentals in Pokhara: Community Nepal Travels, Baral Adventures, Rent A Car Pokhara.

Route 1: Via Prithvi Highway

Distance: 201 Kms
Approximate Travel Time: 5 hours 31 minutes
Sights on the way: Royal Beach Nepal, Cable Car, Kurintar Garden, Pokhara Mall, Kathmandu Darbar Square, Tribhuvan Park.
Eating options: Dhalku Cafe, Parwez Alam Sekuwa Pasal, River Top Typical Kitchen - Bireni, Manakamana Cafe- Kurintar Garden, Aati Restro and Bar - Budi Bazar.

Route 2: Via Prithvi Highway + Via Begnas Lake and Pokhara Zoo

Distance: 225 Kms
Approximate Travel Time: 7 hours
Sights on the way: Royal Beach Nepal, Cable Car, Kurintar Garden, Pokhara Mall, Begnas Lake, Pokhara Zoo, Kathmandu Darbar Square, Tribhuvan Park.
Eating options: Dhalku Cafe, Parwez Alam Sekuwa Pasal, River Top Typical Kitchen - Bireni, Manakamana Cafe- Kurintar Garden, Aati Restro and Bar - Budi Bazar.

3. Pokhara to Kathmandu by Bus

There are multiple bus lines available from Pokhara to Kathmandu at varied rates. The most popular is the Greenline Bus service for which you will have to book your tickets in advance as it runs only once a day from Pokhara to Kathmandu. However you need not buy your tickets for the local buses which depart from several local bus stops.

Distance: 208 kms
Travel time: 7 hours