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Thimphu to Motihari Distance & How to Reach

Bhutan to Bihar · 477 km · Compare travel & driving options

Thimphu to Motihari distance: 477 km (aerial), approximately 593 km by road. By train: ~9 hrs 7 min. By road: ~7 hrs 4 min.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Motihari
Bihar
477 km
aerial distance (straight line)
296 miles · Road distance: ~593 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
593 km
Road distance
7 hrs 4 min
Drive time
477 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Thimphu to Motihari
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By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: DBR
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By Car
7 hrs 4 min
593 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
477 km (296 mi)
Road distance
~593 km
Recommended
Train (9 hrs 7 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Thimphu to Motihari distance overview

The straight-line distance from Thimphu to Motihari is approximately 477 km (296 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 593 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Bhutan to Bihar.

477 kmAerial distance
~593 kmBy road
9 hrs 7 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Motihari by air
No direct airport

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

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🚗 By car — Thimphu to Motihari
7 hrs 4 min ~593 km

A road trip from Thimphu to Motihari covers approximately 593 km and takes around 7 hrs 4 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.

💡 Travel tips for Thimphu to Motihari
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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 7 hrs 4 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 Motihari? ▼
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Thimphu to Motihari is approximately 477 km (296 miles). The road distance is approximately 593 km, which takes about 7 hrs 4 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Thimphu to Motihari? ▼
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 9 hrs 7 min. Motihari doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is DBR.
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