Route · Kathmandu Valley
Patan to Bungamati
Bungamati is about 8 km south of Patan, 25 to 35 minutes by car via Nakhu, about 45 minutes by local bus from Lagankhel, or an hour by bike. Combine it with Khokana and Karya Binayak, a short walk away.
From Patan Durbar Square or Jawalakhel, cars head south via Nakhu and the Bungamati road, passing brick factories, fields and new houses. Cars stop at the edge of the village, from where you walk into the lanes. A driver can wait while you walk to Khokana and meet you on the other side.
Buses and microbuses leave from Lagankhel bus park in Patan to Bungamati through the day. They are cheap and crowded, and stop near the village. Check the last return bus time with the conductor, as services thin out in the late afternoon.
A popular half-day ride from Patan, about 8 km each way, partly on busy roads near the city and then quieter lanes through fields. Rent bikes in Patan or Thamel, or join a guided ride. Start early to avoid traffic and heat, and wear a helmet.
Worth a stop on the way
- Jawalakhel
- Nakhu
- Karya Binayak temple
- Khokana village
Local tip
Ask the driver to drop you in Bungamati and collect you in Khokana, so you can walk between them via Karya Binayak.
Questions
How do I get from Patan to Bungamati?
By taxi or private car, it takes 25 to 35 minutes via Nakhu. Local buses from Lagankhel take about 45 minutes. Cyclists take about an hour. Combine Bungamati with Khokana and Karya Binayak, linked by a 20 to 30 minute walk.
How far is Bungamati from Patan?
About 8 km south of Patan Durbar Square and 10 km from central Kathmandu. The road passes through the city's southern suburbs before reaching fields and the village on its spur above the Bagmati. Allow 25 to 35 minutes by car, longer in traffic.
Is it worth cycling from Patan to Bungamati?
Yes, if you are comfortable cycling in mixed traffic for the first few kilometres. The ride is mostly gentle, with village lanes and fields near Bungamati and Khokana. A guide helps find quieter routes. E-bikes are available for less confident riders.
Can I visit Bungamati and Kirtipur on the same day?
Yes. They are about 30 minutes apart by car. A good day plan is Kirtipur in the morning, Chobhar gorge on the way, then Bungamati and Khokana in the afternoon, finishing back in Patan by evening. A private car makes it easy.