Nepal's busiest highway route — 200 km of Trishuli valley scenery connecting the capital to the lake city. Book your seat online and skip the counter entirely.
Search Available Buses~200 km
Distance
6–7 hrs
Travel Time
40+ departures
Daily Buses
Rs. 700
Fare from
The Kathmandu–Pokhara corridor is the most-travelled long-distance bus route in Nepal. The Prithvi Highway runs 200 km through the Trishuli and Marsyangdi river valleys — a genuinely scenic ride through forested gorges and open hillsides that most travellers enjoy far more than they expect to.
Most people take this route to reach the base for Annapurna and Dhaulagiri trekking, Phewa Lake, or onward flights from Pokhara airport to mountain airstrips. Buses range from basic local services to comfortable AC tourist coaches with panoramic windows, so there's a good option regardless of budget.
Departure times are concentrated early morning (6–10 AM) so you arrive in Pokhara with most of the day ahead of you. Night services are also available if you prefer to travel while you sleep and start exploring the next morning.
Representative departure windows — exact times vary by operator and season
6:00 AM
~6.5 hrs
Tourist / Deluxe
Most popular morning slot
7:00 AM
~6 hrs
AC Deluxe Express
Fewer stops, faster arrival
8:00 AM
~7 hrs
Standard
Budget-friendly option
10:00 AM
~6.5 hrs
Tourist Coach
Panoramic windows, WiFi
7:00 PM
~7 hrs
Night Deluxe
Arrive early morning Pokhara
Approximate fares — live prices shown at checkout
Standard Bus
Rs. 700 – 900
Basic seating, no AC, frequent stops
Deluxe Bus
Rs. 900 – 1,200
Reclining seats, more legroom, fewer stops
AC Deluxe
Rs. 1,200 – 1,600
Air conditioning, USB charging ports
Tourist Coach
Rs. 1,500 – 2,000
Full AC, panoramic windows, WiFi onboard
Fares typically rise 30–50% around Dashain, Tihar, and Chhath. If you're travelling during a major festival, book at least 5–7 days ahead to secure your seat at the standard price.
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