Nepal · NEPAL INTERCITY TRANSFERS
Two hundred kilometres and anything from six to nine hours depending on the road. These 13 compare tourist coach, shared minibus and private car with driver, with pickup points and what a stop at Manakamana adds.
Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara in a private air-conditioned vehicle for up to five people. An English-speaking professional driver handles the winding, traffic-prone road beside the Trishuli River. Allow 6 to 7 hours, and confirm the pickup point before departure.
“Très bon chauffeur sur des routes difficiles, avec circulation et routes défoncées en grande partie.”
Take a shared morning coach from Nayabazar in Kathmandu to Pokhara Tourist Bus Park. Expect reclining seats, air conditioning, mineral water, two restaurant stops, and a 9 to 10-hour ride shaped by highway construction. Confirm your bus and seat by WhatsApp.
“Straight to the reason. I payed more than 1400 npr person and got a stander local bas. Where I we could have gotten Deluxe bus as advertised with comfortable sofa sit. Very disappointed with the guy who contacted us, as he was very friendly and seemed honest.”
Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara on a sofa-style tourist bus departing at 7:00 am. The 6 to 8 hour ride offers hill, village, and rice-field views, though traffic and road works can extend the trip. Meet at Nayabazar and arrive at Pokhara Tourist Bus Park.
“Luxury? Maybe years ago was luxury but now the bus is very worn out. It took us 10 and a half hours instead of the 7 in the advertising. There is no road half of the time.”
Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara on a 6 to 7 hour Eco/VIP tourist bus with reclining sofa seats, air-conditioning, USB charging, three rest stops, and space for two large bags. Morning and evening departures are available, with drop-off near Pokhara’s Lakeside area.
“The bus was comfortable. The driver was a little slow turning on the A/C in the afternoon. The place they picked to eat was the worst place I saw on the entire trip. I imagine a relative ran it. I also was not ready to eat lunch at 10:30. The seats were very comfortable.”
Arrange a private transfer from any Kathmandu hotel or airport to Pokhara. Your driver meets you with a name card, provides bottled water, and handles the six to seven-hour road trip. You can request stops along the way, and the vehicle is air-conditioned and listed as wheelchair accessible.
“The road conditions were not good after the rain, but we were still able to arrive safely a little ahead of schedule. They chose a beautiful place at a good time for a break along the way, making the trip more comfortable than I had expected. I think it's a tour I can recommend.Auto-translated”
Ride privately from Kathmandu to Pokhara in a comfortable tourist car with an experienced local driver. Pickup is offered in Kathmandu, and you can stop for photos, snacks, and breaks along the 200-kilometer route before being dropped at your Pokhara location.
“Our tour was fantastic. We hired Scorpio and it was well maintained. Our Driver Mr. Ashok was very polite and is having very good driving skills. Thanks Mr. Jiban for making our trip memorable.”
Take a 200-kilometer luxury bus ride from Kathmandu to Pokhara, leaving around 7:00 am. Expect air conditioning, spacious seats, air suspension, bottled water, breakfast and lunch stops, and mountain and village views. Confirm your bus and seat number through Viator or WhatsApp.
“Everybody was friendly and helpful, the journey is also a great opportunity to see more about the country”
Ride between Kathmandu and Chitwan in a standard tourist bus with a professional driver, bottled water, and a 30-minute lunch stop. The route takes about five to six hours, with scenic river views and possible delays from traffic and road work. Manish can assist with booking questions.
“I booked a Kathmandu to Chitwan bus ticket through the Mountain Hike Nepal online site, and the experience was overall good and safe. The journey took over 5 hours due to traffic and ongoing road expansion. For those traveling on a budget, Read more”
You’ll be collected from your Kathmandu hotel at 8 am, taken to the coach by private car, and leave at 9 am for the seven-hour ride to Pokhara. The AC Toyota Coaster includes hotel pickup and bottled water, with a lunch stop along the 200-kilometer route.
“Paid $35 for Ac Toyota Coaster ride but was put on a regular bus. No notification beforehand in emails they sent to me before the ride. No refund of the price difference. After filing complaint with Viator, no response either.”
Pre-book a one-way tourist bus between Kathmandu and Pokhara for $16.10. Check in early at Sorakhutte or Lakeside, receive your ticket by email or WhatsApp, and travel with a mineral water bottle plus a 30-minute lunch stop. Expect about seven hours, depending on traffic and road works.
“The bus condition was not what I expected - seats were old and uncomfortable. It was dirty. If this was the best bus service then I wonder what’s the other services really like.”
Book a reserved seat on an air-conditioned tourist bus from Sorhakhutte in Kathmandu to Ratnanagar near Chitwan. The ride takes about 6 to 7 hours, traffic permitting. You receive the bus number, seat, reporting time, departure time, and meeting details after booking.
“because of Holidays the Bustrip was canceled. Still waiting for my money to return. Very bad to offer a day, which is a local holiday in Nepal. I had to change all my plans because of this.”
Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara in a small-group luxury sofa bus with spacious seats, air conditioning, panoramic views, and bottled water. Meet at Nayabazar before 7 AM, then arrive at the Tourist Bus Park in Lakeside after about 10 hours. Lunch and tea cost extra.
“Transport Hire Nepal provided a seamless Kathmandu to Pokhara private car service. Punctual, professional driver, reasonable price and a comfortable ride. I highly recommend!!”
Travel between Kathmandu and Pokhara in a private vehicle with a driver, using Nepal’s Prithvi Highway. Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off are included. The trip takes about 6 to 7 hours, and you get a private ride rather than sharing with strangers.
“Had alot of fun with friends,planning to visit again after lockdown gets over.Driver was experienced and knew the places very well.”
Pick a trail, a temple square or a river.
