Thimphu to Rangpur by bus
Rangpur lies 195 km (121 mi) south of Thimphu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 45 min including stops, over roughly 238 km (148 mi) of road.
| Thimphu | Rangpur | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bhutan | Bangladesh |
| Population | 98,676 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 2,307 m (7,569 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Thimphu) | UTC+6 (Asia/Dhaka) |
What changes when you arrive in Rangpur
Crossing from Bhutan into Bangladesh: money changes from the Ngultrum to the Taka (BDT); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Type K; the dialling code becomes +880; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Where to book buses from Thimphu to Rangpur
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Staying in Rangpur
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Rangpur. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (1). Guests have left 84 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Rangpur
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Common questions
How far is Rangpur from Thimphu?
195 km (121 mi) in a straight line, south of Thimphu; by road roughly 238 km (148 mi).
How long does it take to get from Thimphu to Rangpur by bus?
About 3 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Thimphu and Rangpur?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Rangpur?
The Taka (BDT).
Where can I stay in Rangpur?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Rangpur, bookable on this site.
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.