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Thimphu to Kotdwar Distance & How to Reach

Bhutan to Uttarakhand · 1,113 km · Compare travel & driving options

Thimphu to Kotdwar distance: 1113 km (aerial), approximately 1501 km by road. By train: ~23 hrs 6 min. By road: ~18 hrs 17 min.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Kotdwar
Uttarakhand
1,113 km
aerial distance (straight line)
692 miles · Road distance: ~1,501 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
1,501 km
Road distance
18 hrs 17 min
Drive time
1,113 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Thimphu to Kotdwar
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By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: DED
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By Car
18 hrs 17 min
1,501 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,113 km (692 mi)
Road distance
~1,501 km
Recommended
Train (23 hrs 6 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Thimphu to Kotdwar distance overview

The straight-line distance from Thimphu to Kotdwar is approximately 1,113 km (692 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,501 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Bhutan to Uttarakhand.

1,113 kmAerial distance
~1,501 kmBy road
23 hrs 6 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Kotdwar by air
No direct airport

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

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🚗 By car — Thimphu to Kotdwar
18 hrs 17 min ~1,501 km

The drive from Thimphu to Kotdwar is a long one — approximately 1,501 km taking around 18 hrs 17 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Thimphu to Kotdwar
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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 18 hrs 17 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 Kotdwar? ▼
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Thimphu to Kotdwar is approximately 1,113 km (692 miles). The road distance is approximately 1,501 km, which takes about 18 hrs 17 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Thimphu to Kotdwar? ▼
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 23 hrs 6 min. Kotdwar doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is DED.
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