Getting around · Besisahar
How to Get to Besisahar
How to reach Besisahar — buses and jeeps from Kathmandu and Pokhara via Dumre, plus the road up the valley.
Besisahar is reached by road from Kathmandu or Pokhara, both via Dumre on the Prithvi Highway, then a short drive north up a paved road into Lamjung. There is no airport, so the journey is overland — but it is straightforward, with frequent direct buses and shared jeeps, as Besisahar is the main transport hub for Lamjung and the Annapurna Circuit.
From Kathmandu
Take the Prithvi Highway west to Dumre, then turn north to Besisahar. Direct buses run from Kathmandu's bus parks, with the trip usually taking around six to eight hours depending on highway traffic and conditions. It is a long but standard Nepal road journey through the middle hills.
From Pokhara
From Pokhara, head east on the Prithvi Highway to Dumre and then north to Besisahar — a shorter trip of roughly three to four hours by bus or jeep. This makes Besisahar an easy add-on to a Pokhara stay, whether you are starting a trek or just passing through.
Onward from Besisahar
Besisahar is the roadhead where the highway gives way to the mountains. From the bazaar and jeep stand, the rough jeep road to Chame and Manang climbs the Marsyangdi valley, while walkers set off from the Annapurna Circuit trailhead toward Khudi and Bhulbhule.
Good to know
- No flights: Access is by road; nearest airports are Pokhara and Kathmandu.
- Seasons: Roads are most reliable in the dry seasons — see the best time to visit Besisahar.
- Plan it: Sort a base with where to stay in Besisahar, and read the national guide to getting around Nepal. Return to the Besisahar travel hub for the full picture.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get to Besisahar from Kathmandu?+
From Kathmandu, take the Prithvi Highway west to Dumre, then turn north up a paved road to Besisahar. Direct buses run from Kathmandu's bus parks, and the journey usually takes around six to eight hours depending on traffic and road conditions on the highway.
How do you get to Besisahar from Pokhara?+
From Pokhara, head east on the Prithvi Highway to Dumre, then north to Besisahar. It is a shorter trip than from Kathmandu, generally around three to four hours by bus or jeep, making Besisahar an easy add-on to a Pokhara visit.
Is there a direct bus to Besisahar?+
Yes — direct buses run to Besisahar from both Kathmandu and Pokhara, and shared jeeps also serve the route. Besisahar is the main bus and jeep hub for Lamjung and the Annapurna Circuit, so transport is frequent, especially in the trekking seasons.
Can you fly to Besisahar?+
No — there is no airport at Besisahar, so access is by road. The nearest airports are in Pokhara and Kathmandu; from either you continue by bus or jeep via Dumre on the Prithvi Highway to reach Besisahar.
