Thimphu to Machilipatnam Distance & How to Reach

Bhutan to Andhra Pradesh · 1,530 km · Compare travel & driving options

Thimphu to Machilipatnam distance: 1530 km (aerial), approximately 1840 km by road. By train: ~28 hrs 18 min. By road: ~22 hrs 16 min.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Machilipatnam
Andhra Pradesh
1,530 km
aerial distance (straight line)
951 miles · Road distance: ~1,840 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
1,840 km
Road distance
22 hrs 16 min
Drive time
1,530 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Thimphu to Machilipatnam
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: VGA
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By Car
22 hrs 16 min
1,840 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,530 km (951 mi)
Road distance
~1,840 km
Recommended
Train (28 hrs 18 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Thimphu to Machilipatnam distance overview

The straight-line distance from Thimphu to Machilipatnam is approximately 1,530 km (951 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,840 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Bhutan to Andhra Pradesh.

1,530 kmAerial distance
~1,840 kmBy road
28 hrs 18 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Machilipatnam by air
No direct airport

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

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🚗 By car — Thimphu to Machilipatnam
22 hrs 16 min ~1,840 km

The drive from Thimphu to Machilipatnam is a long one — approximately 1,840 km taking around 22 hrs 16 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Thimphu to Machilipatnam
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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 22 hrs 16 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 Machilipatnam?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Thimphu to Machilipatnam is approximately 1,530 km (951 miles). The road distance is approximately 1,840 km, which takes about 22 hrs 16 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Thimphu to Machilipatnam?
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 28 hrs 18 min. Machilipatnam doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is VGA.
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