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Tourist Bus Travel from Kathmandu: Pokhara, Chitwan Lumbini

Traveling across Nepal by tourist bus is the most popular and affordable option for visitors seeking comfort and safety on scenic overland journeys. Heres everything you need to know about tourist bus travel to three major destinations: Pokhara, Chitwan, and Lumbiniplus what to expect once you arrive.

Kathmandu to Pokhara Tourist Bus

Pokhara is Nepals most beautiful lakeside city and a gateway to the Annapurna Himalayas.

Travel Information:

Distance: 220 km

Duration: 68 hours (depends on traffic and weather)

Departure Time: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM (daily)

Departure Point: Sorhakhutte / Balaju / Kalanki (Kathmandu)

Arrival Point: Tourist Bus Park, Lakeside (Pokhara)

Ticket Price: NPR 1,3002,800 per person

Bus Types:

Standard Tourist Bus (A/C, reclining seats)

Deluxe Bus (more legroom, snacks, Wi-Fi)

VIP or Super Deluxe Bus (2x1 seat arrangement, more comfort)

Private Tourist Van/Hiace also available

Top Attractions in Pokhara:

Phewa Lake boating and lakeside cafs

Sarangkot sunrise over Annapurna and Machapuchare

World Peace Pagoda panoramic hilltop views

Davis Falls Gupteshwor Cave

Adventure Sports paragliding, ultralight flight, zip-lining

Trekking Gateway to Annapurna Base Camp, Ghorepani, Mardi Himal

Kathmandu to Chitwan Tourist Bus (Sauraha)

Chitwan, especially Sauraha, is famous for wildlife adventures and jungle safaris inside Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Travel Information:

Distance: ~170 km

Duration: 56 hours

Departure Time: 6:30 AM to 7:00 AM (daily)

Departure Point: Kalanki / Sorhakhutte (Kathmandu)

Arrival Point: Tourist Bus Park, Sauraha (510 mins from hotel zone)

Ticket Price: NPR 1,1002,100 per person

Bus Types:

Standard A/C Tourist Bus

Deluxe Tourist Bus

Private vehicle hire also available

Top Attractions in Chitwan:

Chitwan National Park home to one-horned rhinos, Bengal tigers, elephants, crocodiles

Jungle Safari jeep safari or elephant-back safari

Tharu Cultural Show Museum

Canoeing on the Rapti River to see crocodiles and birds

Birdwatching one of Asias best sites (500+ bird species)

Kathmandu to Lumbini Tourist Bus

Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a peaceful pilgrimage site with beautiful monasteries and sacred landmarks.

Travel Information:

Distance: 280300 km

Duration: 810 hours (depending on route and bus type)

Departure Time:

Morning Buses: 6:307:00 AM

Night Buses: 8:009:00 PM (available with sleeper seats or deluxe coach)

Departure Point: Kalanki Bus Park (Kathmandu)

Arrival Point: Lumbini Gate / Buddha Chowk / Hotels nearby

Ticket Price: NPR 1,2002,000 per person

Bus Types:

Day Tourist Bus (A/C)

Deluxe/Night Bus (some with sleeper seats)

Private Tourist Vehicle (car, jeep, or van)

Top Attractions in Lumbini:

Maya Devi Temple exact birthplace of Buddha

Sacred Garden and Ashoka Pillar

Monastic Zone international monasteries from countries like Thailand, Japan, Germany, and China

World Peace Pagoda

Lumbini Museum Crane Sanctuary

Kapilvastu Ruins (Optional Day Trip)

Travel Tips:

Book in advance during tourist seasons (Spring Autumn).

Arrive 30 mins early for check-in and luggage loading.

Buses make 23 stops for breakfast/lunch and toilet breaks.

For more flexibility, private vehicles are available for groups, families, or luxury travelers.

* Tourist Bus Booking Assistance

*We help travelers book safe and comfortable tourist buses to Pokhara, Chitwan, and Lumbini. We also provide:

*Hotel pickup drop-off arrangements

*Private transfers for groups or luxury travelers

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