Day trip from Pokhara to Butwāl
Butwāl lies 82 km (51 mi) south-west of Pokhara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 82 km (51 mi) apart, Butwāl is a realistic day trip from Pokhara: about 1 h 20 min each way by road.
| Pokhara | Butwāl | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nepal | Nepal |
| Population | 600,051 | 195,054 |
| Elevation | 1,008 m (3,307 ft) | 141 m (463 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:45 (Asia/Kathmandu) | UTC+5:45 (Asia/Kathmandu) |
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Staying in Butwāl
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Common questions
How far is Butwāl from Pokhara?
82 km (51 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Pokhara; by road roughly 100 km (62 mi).
How long does it take to get from Pokhara to Butwāl by road?
About 1 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pokhara and Butwāl?
No, both are on Asia/Kathmandu at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.