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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake

Composite routes from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake

Cheapest
12 h 53 min
Car
845 km.
from $46
Other
8 h 48 min
Bus, Plane
601 km.
from $103.75
25 h 14 min
600 km.
from $108.10
34 h 49 min
602 km.
from $70.50
9 h 40 min
Bus, Plane
601 km.
from $124.84
11 h 58 min
Taxi, Plane
601 km.
from $397.57
28 h 45 min
Bus, Train
601 km.
from $50.41

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Indira
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$315.22

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Pantnagar
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$369.57
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Indira
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$315.22

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Indira
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$347.83

Bhutan Airlines

Website:
bhutanairlines.bt/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Indira
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$315.22

Buddha Air Ltd

Website:
buddhaair.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Dhangarhi
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$326.09
Plane from Simara Airport to Dhangarhi
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$597.83

Nova Airline

Website:
novaairways.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Dhangarhi
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$652.17
Plane from Simara Airport to Dhangarhi
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$402.17

Nepal Airlines

Website:
nepalairlines.com.np/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Indira
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.26–$304.35

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Mailani to Lal
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$1.96–$27.17
Train from Raxaul Jn to Rampur
Ave. Duration:
18h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.35–$108.70
Train from Rampur to Kathgodam
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.52–$13.04
Train from New Delhi to Kathgodam
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.39–$38.04
Train from Gorakhpur to Kathgodam
Ave. Duration:
15h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.91–$92.39

Bus operators

Asians Shina Tours & Travel

Phone:
9599757693
Email:
Bus from Kathmandu Swoyambhu to Delhi
Ave. Duration:
25h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$36.96

Shubham Travels

Phone:
02228916622
Email:
Website:
shubhambus.com/
Bus from Swoyambhu to Gorakhpur
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.35

Fasttrack Travels

Phone:
+919319411266
Email:
Website:
fasttrackbus.in/
Bus from Mori Gate Terminal to Nainital
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.24–$19.57

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake is to bus and train which costs $35.87 - $130.43 and takes 28h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake?

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $163.04 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Kathmandu and Nainital Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake. However, there are services departing from Kathmandu Swoyambhu and arriving at Nainital via Majnu Ka Tila Outer Ring Road and Mori Gate Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 49m.

How far is it from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake?

The distance between Kathmandu and Nainital Lake is 772 km. The road distance is 840.6 km.

How do I travel from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake without a car is to bus which takes 34h 49m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake?

It takes approximately 8h 48m to get from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kathmandu to Nainital Lake bus from?

Kathmandu to Nainital Lake bus services, operated by Asians Shina Tours & Travel, depart from Kathmandu Swoyambhu station.

Bus or fly from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake?

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake is to bus which takes 34h 49m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $163.04 - $391.30 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Kathmandu to Nainital Lake bus arrive?

Kathmandu to Nainital Lake bus services, operated by Asians Shina Tours & Travel, arrive at Delhi Majnu ka Tila station.

Can I drive from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathmandu to Nainital Lake is 841 km. It takes approximately 12h 34m to drive from Kathmandu to Nainital Lake.

Where can I stay near Nainital Lake?

There are 911+ hotels available in Nainital Lake. Prices start at $14.40 per night.
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