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Five ways to Travel from Kathmandu to Nathu La

Composite routes from Kathmandu to Nathu La

Cheapest
9 h 24 min
Car
638 km.
from $35
Other
3 h 59 min
Plane
346 km.
from $156.91
15 h 43 min
346 km.
from $76.57
12 h 24 min
Bus, Taxi
346 km.
from $139.93

Transport providers

Airlines

Buddha Air Ltd

Website:
buddhaair.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Bhadrapur
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$41.30–$206.52

Yeti Airlines

Website:
yetiairlines.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Bhadrapur
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$41.30–$206.52

Bus operators

NBSTC

Phone:
03582222576
Email:
Website:
nbstc.in/
Bus from Kathmandu to Siliguri
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.64

Apsara Bus Service

Website:
redbus.in/travels/apsara-bus-service
Bus from Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus to Gangtok
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.37–$4.57

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain)?

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain) is to bus which costs $47.83 - $59.78 and takes 15h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain)?

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain) is to fly and drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $70.65 - $173.91 .

How far is it from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain)?

The distance between Kathmandu and Nathu La (Mountain) is 513 km. The road distance is 647.2 km.

How do I travel from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain) without a car?

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain) without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 12h 24m and costs $86.96 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain)?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain), including transfers.

Can I drive from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain) is 647 km. It takes approximately 9h 31m to drive from Kathmandu to Nathu La (Mountain).

Where can I stay near Nathu La (Mountain)?

There are 346+ hotels available in Nathu La (Mountain). Prices start at $4.52 per night.
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