What is the cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Thamel?

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Thamel is to train and drive which costs $20 - $50 and takes 15h.

What is the fastest way to get from Varanasi to Thamel?

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Thamel is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $120 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Thamel?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Thamel. However, there are services departing from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Lainchaur via Gorakhpur and N.A.C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 16m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Thamel?

The distance between Varanasi and Thamel is 388 km. The road distance is 464.4 km.

How do I travel from Varanasi to Thamel without a car?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Thamel without a car is to bus which takes 21h 16m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Thamel?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Varanasi to Thamel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Thamel bus from?

Varanasi to Thamel bus services, operated by Shree Balaji Tour and Travel, depart from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Bus or fly from Varanasi to Thamel?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Thamel is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $120 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 21h 16m.

Where does the Varanasi to Thamel bus arrive?

Varanasi to Thamel bus services, operated by Shree Balaji Tour and Travel, arrive at Gorakhpur station.

What is the time difference between Varanasi and Thamel?

Thamel is 15 min ahead of Varanasi. It is currently 1:29 PM in Varanasi and 1:44 PM in Thamel.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Thamel?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Thamel is 464 km. It takes approximately 8h 5m to drive from Varanasi to Thamel.

Where can I stay near Thamel?

There are 1684+ hotels available in Thamel.

Varanasi to Thamel - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Varanasi to Thamel by plane, train, car, bus, or taxi

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Fly to Tribhuvan International Airport
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane VNS - KTM
3h 27m
$121–252
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Gorakhpurtrain 15104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus
21h 48m
$8–55
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Raxaul Jntrain 14008 / ...
2. Drive from Raxaul Jn to Thamelcar
15h
$21–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Gorakhpurbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Gorakhpur
2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus
21h 16m
Drive 464.4 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Thamelcar 464.4 km
8h 5m
$60–86
Fly to Simara Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Simara Airport (SIF)plane VNS - SIF
2. Take the taxi from Simara Airport (SIF) to Thameltaxi
7h 6m
$195–911

Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) flights

3Weekly Planes

35 minAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 387.8 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Thamel, Nepal?

Buddha Air Ltd flies from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Lainchaur via Gorakhpur, Gorakhpur, Swoyambhu, and N.A.C in around 21h 16m.

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