Thimphu to Jharsuguda Distance & How to Reach

Bhutan to Odisha · 852 km · Compare travel & driving options

Thimphu to Jharsuguda distance: 852 km (aerial), approximately 1050 km by road. By train: ~16 hrs 9 min. By road: ~13 hrs 29 min.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Jharsuguda
Odisha
852 km
aerial distance (straight line)
529 miles · Road distance: ~1,050 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
1,050 km
Road distance
13 hrs 29 min
Drive time
852 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Thimphu to Jharsuguda
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: RRK
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By Car
13 hrs 29 min
1,050 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
852 km (529 mi)
Road distance
~1,050 km
Recommended
Train (16 hrs 9 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Thimphu to Jharsuguda distance overview

The straight-line distance from Thimphu to Jharsuguda is approximately 852 km (529 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,050 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Bhutan to Odisha.

852 kmAerial distance
~1,050 kmBy road
16 hrs 9 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Jharsuguda by air
No direct airport

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

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🚗 By car — Thimphu to Jharsuguda
13 hrs 29 min ~1,050 km

The drive from Thimphu to Jharsuguda is a long one — approximately 1,050 km taking around 13 hrs 29 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Thimphu to Jharsuguda
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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 13 hrs 29 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 Jharsuguda?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Thimphu to Jharsuguda is approximately 852 km (529 miles). The road distance is approximately 1,050 km, which takes about 13 hrs 29 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Thimphu to Jharsuguda?
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 16 hrs 9 min. Jharsuguda doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is RRK.
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