The short answer
From Bandipur you rejoin the Prithvi Highway at Dumre. For Pokhara continue west, roughly 2.5 to 3 hours depending on traffic. For Chitwan go back to Dumre, then south via Mugling and Narayangadh, about 3 to 4 hours.
Most people combine Bandipur with one of these in a single trip. A private car is easiest, because buses stop at Dumre and the hill road up and down is steep.
Key facts
- To Pokhara
- About 2.5 to 3 h
- To Chitwan
- About 3 to 4 h
- Via
- Dumre, Mugling
- Best
- Private car
How it works
- Check out earlyMorning light and clear roads.
- Descend to DumreThe road is steep.
- Choose your directionPokhara or Chitwan.
- Stop for lunchDumre or Mugling.
- Arrive before darkPlan the final leg.
Insider tip
Plan Bandipur on the way, not as a detour from Pokhara.
Avoid this
Do not rely on late buses up the hill.
Related questions
Is there a direct bus?
Buses stop at Dumre; the last stretch is by taxi or jeep.
Can I take a day trip from Pokhara?
Yes but it is a long day.
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