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Thimphu to Palakollu Distance & How to Reach

Bhutan to Andhra Pradesh · 1,465 km · Compare travel & driving options

Thimphu to Palakollu distance: 1465 km (aerial), approximately 1755 km by road. By train: ~27 hrs. By road: ~21 hrs 27 min.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Palakollu
Andhra Pradesh
1,465 km
aerial distance (straight line)
910 miles · Road distance: ~1,755 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
1,755 km
Road distance
21 hrs 27 min
Drive time
1,465 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Thimphu to Palakollu
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: Rajahmundry (RJA)
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By Car
21 hrs 27 min
1,755 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,465 km (910 mi)
Road distance
~1,755 km
Recommended
Train (27 hrs)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Thimphu to Palakollu distance overview

The straight-line distance from Thimphu to Palakollu is approximately 1,465 km (910 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,755 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Bhutan to Andhra Pradesh.

1,465 kmAerial distance
~1,755 kmBy road
27 hrsTrain
✈️ Reaching Palakollu by air
No direct airport

Palakollu does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Rajahmundry (RJA). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.

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🚗 By car — Thimphu to Palakollu
21 hrs 27 min ~1,755 km

The drive from Thimphu to Palakollu is a long one — approximately 1,755 km taking around 21 hrs 27 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Thimphu to Palakollu
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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 21 hrs 27 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 Palakollu?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Thimphu to Palakollu is approximately 1,465 km (910 miles). The road distance is approximately 1,755 km, which takes about 21 hrs 27 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Thimphu to Palakollu?
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 27 hrs. Palakollu doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is Rajahmundry (RJA).
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