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Rudrapur to Thimphu Distance & How to Reach

Uttarakhand to Bhutan · 1,016 km · Compare travel & driving options

Rudrapur to Thimphu distance: 1016 km (aerial), approximately 1335 km by road. By train: ~20 hrs 32 min. By road: ~16 hrs 7 min.
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Rudrapur
Uttarakhand
Thimphu
Bhutan
1,016 km
aerial distance (straight line)
631 miles · Road distance: ~1,335 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
1,335 km
Road distance
16 hrs 7 min
Drive time
1,016 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Rudrapur to Thimphu
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By Car
16 hrs 7 min
1,335 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,016 km (631 mi)
Road distance
~1,335 km
Recommended
Train (20 hrs 32 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Rudrapur to Thimphu distance overview

The straight-line distance from Rudrapur to Thimphu is approximately 1,016 km (631 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,335 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Uttarakhand to Bhutan.

1,016 kmAerial distance
~1,335 kmBy road
20 hrs 32 minTrain
🚗 By car — Rudrapur to Thimphu
16 hrs 7 min ~1,335 km

The drive from Rudrapur to Thimphu is a long one — approximately 1,335 km taking around 16 hrs 7 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Rudrapur to Thimphu
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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 16 hrs 7 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

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Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Rudrapur to Thimphu? ▼
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Rudrapur to Thimphu is approximately 1,016 km (631 miles). The road distance is approximately 1,335 km, which takes about 16 hrs 7 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Rudrapur to Thimphu? ▼
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 20 hrs 32 min.
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