Driving from Chattogram to Thimphu
Thimphu lies 611 km (380 mi) north of Chattogram, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 9 h 19 min without stops, over roughly 746 km (463 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Chattogram | Thimphu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bangladesh | Bhutan |
| Population | 3.9 million | 98,676 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 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 car hire from Chattogram to Thimphu
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Staying in Thimphu
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Common questions
How far is Thimphu from Chattogram?
611 km (380 mi) in a straight line, north of Chattogram; by road roughly 746 km (463 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chattogram to Thimphu by car?
About 9 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chattogram 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.