How long does it take to travel from Tapola to Thimphu?

By road: approximately 28 hrs 36 min.

Tapola to Thimphu Distance & How to Reach

Q: What is the distance from Tapola to Thimphu?

The aerial distance from Tapola to Thimphu is approximately 1,950 km (1,212 miles). By road, the distance is approximately 2,345 km.

Q: What is the best way to travel from Tapola to Thimphu?

Train is the most comfortable option at approximately 36 hrs 5 min. Buses take about 46 hrs 54 min and are the most affordable.

Maharashtra to Bhutan · 1,950 km · Compare travel & driving options

Tapola to Thimphu distance: 1950 km (aerial), approximately 2345 km by road. By train: ~36 hrs 5 min. By road: ~28 hrs 36 min.

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Tapola

Maharashtra

Thimphu

Bhutan

1,950 km

aerial distance (straight line)

1,212 miles · Road distance: ~2,345 km (via road)

🗺 Route map

2,345 km

Road distance

28 hrs 36 min

Drive time

1,950 km

Aerial distance

Route data via OpenStreetMap

How to get from Tapola to Thimphu

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By Car

28 hrs 36 min

2,345 km via highway

Quick facts

Aerial distance

1,950 km (1,212 mi)

Road distance

~2,345 km

Recommended

Train (36 hrs 5 min)

Most affordable

Train

📍 Tapola to Thimphu distance overview

The straight-line distance from Tapola to Thimphu is approximately 1,950 km (1,212 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 2,345 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Maharashtra to Bhutan.

1,950 kmAerial distance

~2,345 kmBy road

36 hrs 5 minTrain

💡 Travel tips for Tapola 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 28 hrs 36 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 Tapola to Thimphu? ▼

The aerial (straight-line) distance from Tapola to Thimphu is approximately 1,950 km (1,212 miles). The road distance is approximately 2,345 km, which takes about 28 hrs 36 min by car.

What is the best way to travel from Tapola to Thimphu? ▼

The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 36 hrs 5 min.

Can I book Tapola to Thimphu travel on FareEagle? ▼

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