Day trip from Shibganj to Thimphu
Thimphu lies 276 km (171 mi) north of Shibganj, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 276 km (171 mi) apart, Thimphu is a realistic day trip from Shibganj: about 4 h 29 min each way by road.
| Shibganj | Thimphu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bangladesh | Bhutan |
| Population | 378,701 | 98,676 |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 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 tours and tickets in Thimphu
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Staying in Thimphu
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Common questions
How far is Thimphu from Shibganj?
276 km (171 mi) in a straight line, north of Shibganj; by road roughly 337 km (209 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shibganj to Thimphu by road?
About 4 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shibganj 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.