How to Get from Pokhara to Nautanwa

Traveling the 190.3 km distance from Pokhara to Nautanwa offers a typical Nepalese travel experience, balancing travel time with beautiful roadside scenery. The trip involves a massive descent from the high altitude of 822m down to 0m in the tropical Terai plains. You will feel a dramatic shift towards a warmer, more humid climate. With no direct flights available, the route is entirely overland. You can take a standard bus for budget travel (from $5) or hire a jeep for a faster, albeit bumpier, ride taking roughly 2.8 hours.

Tip: Prepare for a significantly warmer and more humid climate in Nautanwa. Keep your water bottle easily accessible.