Kathmandu to Pokhara Tourist Bus Ticket-1 Day

Thinking about traveling to Pokhara from Kathmandu? Well, Holiday Tours Nepal has got you covered. Holiday Tours Nepal offers various types of transportation options for people traveling to Pokhara, ranging from local buses to deluxe buses with reclining seats.

The road distance from Kathmandu to Pokhara is approximately 201 kilometers, and the journey takes around 8 to 10 hours. The condition of the highway now is not very good, especially during the monsoon season, as we never know when landslides and soil erosion can occur.

Booking a bus ticket with Holiday Tours Nepal offers a hassle-free experience, and to top it off, passengers are secured with insurance when they book a bus ticket for Pokhara from Kathmandu with Holiday Tours Nepal.

What type of buses are available from Kathmandu to Pokhara

There are four types of transportation buses available. The first one is the local microbus, which is a Toyota HiAce. The second one is a luxury sofa bus, which is comfortable and features a sofa seat installed. The third one is a deluxe bus with a mini sofa seat, and the third one is a Toyota VIP coaster bus. Let's break them down so it’s easy to understand.

Facilities in all buses, except for the local bus, are the same. Travelers will receive one bottle of water. There will be stops for lunch and toilet breaks. During the nighttime, a blanket would be provided, but it’s better to travel in the morning rather than at night.

Note: On the local bus, there are no facilities; travelers will be assigned a seat.

What is the route for the bus ride to Pokhara from Kathmandu?

The bus must be boarded from either Balaju or Sorhakhutte, which is around 15-20 minutes away from Thamel, where most tourist stay during their time in Nepal. The route is 201 kilometers long, and the ride begins after boarding the bus. It passes through Thankot, which serves as the checkpoint for entering or exiting Kathmandu. The highway ride then starts and passes through Dharke, Maleku, Mugling, and Abhu Khaireni, finally reaching Pokhara.

There will be multiple stops during the ride for toilet breaks and lunch; at least three to four breaks will be scheduled.

Where does the bus stop in Pokhara after leaving Kathmandu?

There are two bus stations in Pokhara where the bus usually stops after reaching Pokhara and is the destination.

Pokhara tourist bus park and Hallan Chowk, but travelers can inform the driver of the desired place where they want to stop on the way. Still, that place must be a bus stop, for example, Hallan Chowk, Zero Kilometer, Prithvi Chowk, Amar Singh Chowk, or any other place where the bus can stop; otherwise, the driver must face traffic fines, so be mindful to plan the stop accordingly.

What is the condition of the highway while taking a bus ride to Pokhara from Kathmandu?

The condition of Nepal’s highways is not good, and to be honest, it has never been good. The ride can be challenging, especially for travelers with long legs, as the condition of the highways is not good.

The ride is bumpy, the highway is dusty, and it has been under construction for the past four to five years, which has still not been completed. Additionally, there are multiple places where the highway is open only on a single-lane basis.

Note: The bus ride is only recommended for travelers who have ample time, are traveling on a budget, or want to experience the scenic highway ride of Nepal.

Contact details for purchasing Kathmandu Pokhara tourist bus ticket (KTM-PKR bus ticket) for timing and departure place

• Name of office – Holiday Tours Nepal
• Contact number - +9779818178630
• WhatsApp number - +9779818178630
• Office location – Thamel Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
• Email – [email protected]

Price and departure time for Kathmandu Pokhara tourist bus ticket (KTM-PKR bus ticket) for foreigners and Nepali citizens

Details of the bus that travels from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Kathmandu to Pokhara luxury bus

The luxury bus to Pokhara features seats arranged in a 2:1 ratio and is very comfortable. The buses are equipped with air conditioning and heating systems, which are adjusted according to the local climate and temperature. The luxury bus is a relaxing option, especially for long, bumpy highway rides. There are 25-30 seats in total, depending on the bus model.

The bus operates twice a day, with departures at 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., from Sorhakhutte or Balaju Chowk, near Bhat Bhateni Shopping Mall.

Note: This is the most comfortable bus for foreigners

Kathmandu to Pokhara deluxe bus

The deluxe bus to Pokhara has around 30 seats and is comfortable, but the leg space is less than that of the luxury bus. The bus is a 2*2 seat, due to which the leg space is small compared to the luxury bus. However, all the facilities are the same, and the bus timing is 7 am from Balaju Bhat Bhateni shopping mall and 7 pm from Balaju Chowk, located in front of Bhat Bhateni shopping mall.

Local bus or Toyota Coaster

The local bus, also known as a Toyota coaster bus, departs from either Sorhakhutte, Balaju Chow, or Naya Bus Park. The bus has regular seats and is mainly used by locals. The bus has around 17-20 seats, and the space is tight. Additionally, there is no guarantee of air conditioning or heating.

Where and at What time does the bus depart from Kathmandu to Pokhara?

The bus station for the tourist bus to Pokhara is at Nayabazar, around 900 meters from Thamel, Kathmandu. The walk towards the bus station takes about 12-15 minutes, depending upon the pace. The bus leaves at 7 am every day from Nayabazar, also known as Sorhakhutte, arrive ten to fifteen minutes earlier to catch the bus. After that, the bus leaves at 7 pm. The location and departure time for Pokhara is given below: