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Thimphu to Rayagada Distance & How to Reach

Bhutan to Odisha · 1,085 km · Compare travel & driving options

Thimphu to Rayagada distance: 1085 km (aerial), approximately 1431 km by road. By train: ~22 hrs 1 min. By road: ~18 hrs 5 min.
Thimphu
Bhutan
Rayagada
Odisha
1,085 km
aerial distance (straight line)
674 miles · Road distance: ~1,431 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
1,431 km
Road distance
18 hrs 5 min
Drive time
1,085 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Thimphu to Rayagada
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By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: JGB
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By Car
18 hrs 5 min
1,431 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,085 km (674 mi)
Road distance
~1,431 km
Recommended
Train (22 hrs 1 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Thimphu to Rayagada distance overview

The straight-line distance from Thimphu to Rayagada is approximately 1,085 km (674 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,431 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Bhutan to Odisha.

1,085 kmAerial distance
~1,431 kmBy road
22 hrs 1 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Rayagada by air
No direct airport

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

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🚗 By car — Thimphu to Rayagada
18 hrs 5 min ~1,431 km

The drive from Thimphu to Rayagada is a long one — approximately 1,431 km taking around 18 hrs 5 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Thimphu to Rayagada
📅
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 5 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 Rayagada? ▼
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Thimphu to Rayagada is approximately 1,085 km (674 miles). The road distance is approximately 1,431 km, which takes about 18 hrs 5 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Thimphu to Rayagada? ▼
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 22 hrs 1 min. Rayagada doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is JGB.
Can I book Thimphu to Rayagada travel on FareEagle? ▼
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