Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu Distance & How to Reach

Sikkim to Bhutan · 367 km · Compare train, bus & driving options

Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu distance: 108 km (aerial), approximately 367 km by road. By train: ~6 hrs 40 min. By road: ~6 hrs 17 min.
Gurudongmar Lake
Sikkim
Thimphu
Bhutan
108 km
aerial distance (straight line)
67 miles · Road distance: ~367 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
367 km
Road distance
6 hrs 17 min
Drive time
108 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu
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By Car
6 hrs 17 min
367 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
108 km (67 mi)
Road distance
~367 km
Recommended
Car (6 hrs 17 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu distance overview

The distance from Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu is approximately 108 km as the crow flies. The road distance is about 367 km, making this a comfortable day trip by car or train.

108 kmAerial distance
~367 kmBy road
6 hrs 17 minCar
🚗 By car — Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu
6 hrs 17 min ~367 km

A comfortable 6 hrs 17 min drive covers the 367 km between Gurudongmar Lake and Thimphu. This makes for a great day trip by car.

💡 Travel tips for Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu
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Day trip friendly
At 367 km, you can easily make this a day trip and return the same day. Train or car is ideal.
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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu is approximately 108 km (67 miles). The road distance is approximately 367 km, which takes about 6 hrs 17 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Gurudongmar Lake to Thimphu?
For this 367 km journey, a car or train is most practical. Driving takes about 6 hrs 17 min and trains take approximately 6 hrs 40 min. This makes for a comfortable day trip.
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