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Thimphu to Amb Distance & How to Reach

Bhutan to Odisha · 1,057 km · Compare travel & driving options

Thimphu to Amb distance: 1057 km (aerial), approximately 1365 km by road. By train: ~21 hrs. By road: ~16 hrs 56 min.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Amb
Odisha
1,057 km
aerial distance (straight line)
657 miles · Road distance: ~1,365 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
1,365 km
Road distance
16 hrs 56 min
Drive time
1,057 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Thimphu to Amb
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: Jagdalpur (JGB)
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By Car
16 hrs 56 min
1,365 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,057 km (657 mi)
Road distance
~1,365 km
Recommended
Train (21 hrs)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Thimphu to Amb distance overview

The straight-line distance from Thimphu to Amb is approximately 1,057 km (657 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,365 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Bhutan to Odisha.

1,057 kmAerial distance
~1,365 kmBy road
21 hrsTrain
✈️ Reaching Amb by air
No direct airport

Amb does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Jagdalpur (JGB). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.

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🚗 By car — Thimphu to Amb
16 hrs 56 min ~1,365 km

The drive from Thimphu to Amb is a long one — approximately 1,365 km taking around 16 hrs 56 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Thimphu to Amb
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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 56 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 Thimphu to Amb?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Thimphu to Amb is approximately 1,057 km (657 miles). The road distance is approximately 1,365 km, which takes about 16 hrs 56 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Thimphu to Amb?
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 21 hrs. Amb doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is Jagdalpur (JGB).
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