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Public transit, airports, and getting around in Nepal

Nepal's transportation infrastructure reflects its challenging mountainous terrain, with limited but developing mobility options. The country relies heavily on road transport, with limited rail and air connectivity primarily serving major urban centers and tourist routes.
Public Transport
Below Average
Road Infrastructure
Below Average
Public Transport
4.2/10

Basic public transport system with limited coverage. Kathmandu has some bus networks, but most transportation relies on microbuses, shared jeeps, and informal transport options in urban and rural areas.

Road Infrastructure
3.8/10

Challenging road network with many unpaved and mountainous routes. Limited highway infrastructure, with most roads being narrow and difficult to navigate, especially in rural mountain regions.

Internet Speed
5.1/10

Developing internet infrastructure with moderate speeds in urban areas. Significant connectivity challenges in rural and mountainous regions.

Avg: 25.6+ Mbps • Limited to major cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara

Airport Connectivity
5.5/10

Limited but functional airport network with Tribhuvan International Airport serving as the primary international gateway. Domestic airports support mountain region connectivity.

Hubs: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

Transportation Costs

Metro Pass
Not applicable (no metro system)
Bus Trip
NPR 20-50 (local urban bus)
Taxi
NPR 500 start + NPR 50-100/km
High-speed Train
Not available (no train network)

Mobile Network

5G Coverage: Not yet deployed, limited to 4G in urban areas
4G Coverage: 70% coverage in urban regions, limited rural connectivity

Developing mobile network with good coverage in major cities but significant gaps in rural mountain regions.

Driving License

IDP requiredConversion needed

International Driving Permit required. Foreign licenses must be converted to Nepali license for long-term use. Left-side driving applies.