How to Get from Kathmandu to Butwal

Distance261.5 km
Travel Time4.2 - 4.5 hours
Best OptionJeep
Price Range$7 - $31
Alt Change-1400m
Last Updated2026

Detailed Route Guide

Prepare for a long journey. The 261.5 km trip between Kathmandu and Butwal requires some planning, but the scenic transitions make the long hours worthwhile. Leaving the mountains behind, you will drop over 1400 meters down towards the lowland jungles of Butwal. The vegetation changes rapidly from pine forests to dense subtropical greenery. With no direct flights available, the route is entirely overland. You can take a standard bus for budget travel (from $7) or hire a jeep for a faster, albeit bumpier, ride taking roughly 4.2 hours.

Advice: You are heading into the tropical Terai region. Bring mosquito repellent and wear light, breathable clothing.

Geography Info: Traveling from the Bagmati province to the province.

Transport Options

TypeDurationPrice (USD)Frequency
Bus4.5 hrs$7 - $13Several daily
Jeep4.2 hrs$16 - $31Daily

Also From Kathmandu

Kathmandu to PokharaKathmandu to LuklaKathmandu to ChitwanKathmandu to NagarkotKathmandu to LumbiniKathmandu to BhaktapurKathmandu to PatanKathmandu to DhulikhelKathmandu to BandipurKathmandu to BesisaharKathmandu to JomsomKathmandu to Muktinath

Also To Butwal

Pokhara to ButwalBiratnagar to ButwalJanakpur to ButwalNepalgunj to ButwalLumbini to ButwalJomsom to ButwalLukla to Butwal

Continuing from Butwal

Butwal to BesisaharButwal to Namche Bazaar

Where to Stay

Accommodation in KathmanduAccommodation in Butwal

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Butwal?

It takes between 4.2 and 4.5 hours depending on your chosen transport method.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Kathmandu to Butwal?

Prices start from $7 USD. Check our detailed guide above for the most economical option.