Dhaka to Thimphu by bus
Thimphu lies 425 km (264 mi) north of Dhaka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 52 min including stops, over roughly 518 km (322 mi) of road.
| Dhaka | Thimphu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bangladesh | Bhutan |
| Population | 10.4 million | 98,676 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 2,307 m (7,569 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Dhaka) | UTC+6 (Asia/Thimphu) |
What changes when you arrive in Thimphu
Crossing from Bangladesh into Bhutan: money changes from the Taka to the Ngultrum (BTN); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, BS 546, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +975; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Where to book buses from Dhaka to Thimphu
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Staying in Thimphu
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Common questions
How far is Thimphu from Dhaka?
425 km (264 mi) in a straight line, north of Dhaka; by road roughly 518 km (322 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dhaka to Thimphu by bus?
About 7 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dhaka and Thimphu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Thimphu?
The Ngultrum (BTN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.