A straightforward tourist bus links Kathmandu’s Sorakhutte station with Sauraha, the common entry point for Chitwan National Park. Expect a roughly five-hour drive down Prithvi Highway with changing landscapes and basic 2x2 seating.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The bus eases out of Sorakhutte in Kathmandu, folding the city's haphazard energy into the rearview. Concrete terraces and prayer flags give way to river-cut valleys as the coach threads Prithvi Highway; windows frame cliff faces, terraced fields and the occasional temple clinging to a hillside.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers of all fitness levels; mostly sedentary bus travel with short periods of standing for boarding or breaks.
Wildlife
History
Chitwan National Park was established in 1973 as Nepal’s first national park to protect Terai wildlife and habitats; the area has long been home to Tharu communities adapted to lowland wetlands.
Conservation
Visitor impact is managed through regulated safari operators and park fees; avoid single-use plastics and follow park guidelines to minimize disturbance to wildlife.
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Board Early
Arrive at Sorakhutte at least 10 minutes before departure; boarding is timed and seats can be assigned on arrival.
Carry ID and Tickets
Keep your mobile or paper ticket and passport or ID handy for boarding and any park transfers at Sauraha.
Motion Sickness Prep
The highway has winding stretches; take anti-nausea meds if you are prone to motion sickness and sit centrally if possible.
Bring Water and Snacks
Food options en route are limited to roadside stops; pack water and light snacks for the roughly five-hour journey.
Photo ID/Passport
Required for ticket checks and park or lodge check-ins on arrival.
Reusable Water Bottle
Staying hydrated on the five-hour drive is important; refill at stops where possible.
Motion-sickness Medication
Useful for travelers sensitive to winding roads along Prithvi Highway.
Light Daypack
Keeps documents, snacks and layers accessible during the trip and while transferring into Sauraha accommodations.