Thimphu to Gandikota Distance & How to Reach

Bhutan to Andhra Pradesh · 1,762 km · Compare travel & driving options

Thimphu to Gandikota distance: 1762 km (aerial), approximately 2176 km by road. By train: ~33 hrs 29 min. By road: ~26 hrs 46 min.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Gandikota
Andhra Pradesh
1,762 km
aerial distance (straight line)
1,095 miles · Road distance: ~2,176 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
2,176 km
Road distance
26 hrs 46 min
Drive time
1,762 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Thimphu to Gandikota
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: KDP
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By Car
26 hrs 46 min
2,176 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,762 km (1,095 mi)
Road distance
~2,176 km
Recommended
Train (33 hrs 29 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Thimphu to Gandikota distance overview

The straight-line distance from Thimphu to Gandikota is approximately 1,762 km (1,095 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 2,176 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Bhutan to Andhra Pradesh.

1,762 kmAerial distance
~2,176 kmBy road
33 hrs 29 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Gandikota by air
No direct airport

Gandikota does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is KDP. Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.

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💡 Travel tips for Thimphu to Gandikota
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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 26 hrs 46 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 Gandikota?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Thimphu to Gandikota is approximately 1,762 km (1,095 miles). The road distance is approximately 2,176 km, which takes about 26 hrs 46 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Thimphu to Gandikota?
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 33 hrs 29 min. Gandikota doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is KDP.
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