Kathmandu to Pokhara by train
Pokhara lies 147 km (91 mi) north-west of Kathmandu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 7 min at the speeds typical of Nepal rail, over roughly 179 km (111 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kathmandu | Pokhara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nepal | Nepal |
| Population | 1.4 million | 600,051 |
| Elevation | 1,296 m (4,252 ft) | 1,008 m (3,307 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:45 (Asia/Kathmandu) | UTC+5:45 (Asia/Kathmandu) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Kathmandu to Pokhara
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Staying in Pokhara
Our booking partner lists 670 places to stay in Pokhara. Of the 461 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (264), and 17 are five-star. Across 158 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.8 out of 10. Guests have left 34,808 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Pokhara from Kathmandu?
147 km (91 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kathmandu; by road roughly 179 km (111 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara by train?
About 2 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kathmandu and Pokhara?
No, both are on Asia/Kathmandu at the moment.
Where can I stay in Pokhara?
Our booking partner lists 670 places to stay in Pokhara, 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.