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Pokhara to Chaibasa Distance & How to Reach

Nepal to Jharkhand · 656 km · Compare travel & driving options

Pokhara to Chaibasa distance: 656 km (aerial), approximately 774 km by road. By train: ~11 hrs 54 min. By road: ~9 hrs 30 min.
Pokhara
Nepal
Chaibasa
Jharkhand
656 km
aerial distance (straight line)
408 miles · Road distance: ~774 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
774 km
Road distance
9 hrs 30 min
Drive time
656 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Pokhara to Chaibasa
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: Jamshedpur (IXW)
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By Car
9 hrs 30 min
774 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
656 km (408 mi)
Road distance
~774 km
Recommended
Train (11 hrs 54 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Pokhara to Chaibasa distance overview

The straight-line distance from Pokhara to Chaibasa is approximately 656 km (408 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 774 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Nepal to Jharkhand.

656 kmAerial distance
~774 kmBy road
11 hrs 54 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Chaibasa by air
No direct airport

Chaibasa does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Jamshedpur (IXW). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.

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🚗 By car — Pokhara to Chaibasa
9 hrs 30 min ~774 km

The drive from Pokhara to Chaibasa is a long one — approximately 774 km taking around 9 hrs 30 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Pokhara to Chaibasa
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Book early
Book trains 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season (Oct-Mar) for better prices and availability.
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Check weather
Avoid monsoon (Jun-Sep) for road trips. Road conditions can deteriorate and flights may face delays.
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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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Plan rest stops
For drives over 9 hrs 30 min, plan overnight halts. Fatigue driving is dangerous on Indian highways.
🔗 Useful travel resources

For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:

DGCA — Indian aviation authority

Passport Seva — Passport and travel documents

Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Pokhara to Chaibasa?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Pokhara to Chaibasa is approximately 656 km (408 miles). The road distance is approximately 774 km, which takes about 9 hrs 30 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Pokhara to Chaibasa?
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 11 hrs 54 min. Chaibasa doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is Jamshedpur (IXW).
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