The short answer
Drive from Lumbini to Butwal (about an hour), then climb the Siddhartha Highway to Tansen (another one and a half to two hours). Tansen to Pokhara by road takes about five hours. A private vehicle is the easiest way.
Key facts
- Lumbini to Butwal
- About 1 hour
- Butwal to Tansen
- About 1.5 to 2 hours
- Tansen to Pokhara
- About 5 hours
- Best vehicle
- Private car or jeep
Insider tip
If you are doing it in one day, leave Lumbini by 8 am. If not, stay the night in Tansen and finish the next day.
Avoid this
Do not rely on night driving on mountain roads. Plan arrivals in daylight.
Related questions
Is the Siddhartha Highway scenic?
Yes, with many turns and valleys.
Can I use a bus?
There are buses, but timing is less reliable.
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