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Last Updated: August 31, 2026 · Schedules Verified: Check live search
| Distance | 6 km |
|---|---|
| Travel time | 15–45 minutes |
| Bus types | Local micro, City bus, Tempo / shared van, Private cab |
| First / last bus | 6:00 AM–8:00 PM · Anytime |
| Boarding points | Ratna Park (walk ~10 min from Thamel), Kantipath / Jamal micros, Hotel taxi pickup |
| Drop points | Pulchowk / Labim Mall (5–10 min walk to Durbar Square), Patan Dhoka bus side, Taxi drop at square gate |
| Price range | from NPR 1,650 |
Data: seed
Patan (Lalitpur) sits just south of Kathmandu — about 5–6 km from Thamel / Ratna Park to Patan Durbar Square. This is a valley city hop by local bus, micro, tempo or taxi — not an intercity deluxe/sofa corridor. Most travellers day-trip for Newar temples, the royal square and the Patan Museum. Patan (Lalitpur) offers Durbar Square, Patan Museum and living crafts minutes from Kathmandu.
Patan (Lalitpur) sits just south of Kathmandu — about 5–6 km from Thamel / Ratna Park to Patan Durbar Square. This is a valley city hop by local bus, micro, tempo or taxi — not an intercity deluxe/sofa corridor. Most travellers day-trip for Newar temples, the royal square and the Patan Museum.
Distance: 6 km · Duration: 15–45 minutes (traffic dependent) · Check-in: 30 minutes early
Corridor: Thamel → Ratna Park → Pulchowk / Patan Durbar Square (~5–6 km)
Road distance Kathmandu (Thamel / Ratna Park) to Patan Durbar Square is roughly 5–6 km. In light traffic micros take about 15–20 minutes; peak Ring Road / Pulchowk jams can stretch the same hop to 30–45 minutes. Do not expect 180 km / multi-hour intercity timings on this page — those defaults belong to long-haul corridors.
| Shift | Time | Departure | Arrival | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daytime micro / bus | 6:00 AM–8:00 PM | Ratna Park / Kantipath | Pulchowk (Labim Mall) or Patan Dhoka | Ask for Pulchowk / Labim for Durbar Square walk |
| Sajha / green city bus | Daytime | Central Kathmandu corridors | Pulchowk Road | Larger buses; slower in traffic |
| Taxi / Pathao / InDrive | Anytime | Hotel / Thamel | Patan Durbar Square gate | Best for first-time visitors |
| Bus type | Typical NPR | Foreigner (approx.) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local micro / city bus | NPR 20–30 | Same local fare | Shared |
| Tempo | NPR 25–40 | Shared | Shared |
| Taxi / ride-hail | NPR 300–600+ | Negotiate / app fare | Private |
Live partner prices on Lokrio can differ by date and operator — always confirm before payment.
Patan — historically Lalitpur, “city of fine arts” — is one of the three medieval Newar kingdoms of the Kathmandu Valley. Patan Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage site: multi-tiered pagoda temples, the Krishna Mandir (stone shikhara), royal courtyards and the Patan Museum inside the former palace. The square was heavily damaged in the 2015 earthquake and has seen major restoration. Foreign visitors usually pay a Durbar Square entry fee (commonly around NPR 1,000 for non-SAARC foreigners; SAARC / Nepali rates are lower — confirm at the gate as fees change).
Patan developed as a Newar royal capital with dense courtyards (bahals), guthi institutions and metalcraft workshops that still operate near the square.
Highlights inside and around Durbar Square include Krishna Mandir, Taleju and Degutale temples, Mul Chowk, Sundari Chowk, and the Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar) a short walk north.
Combine Patan with a lakeside café stop near Pulchowk / Jawalakhel, or continue to Kirtipur for another historic hill town the same day.
| Distance | 6 km |
|---|---|
| Duration | 15–45 minutes |
| First departure | 6:00 AM–8:00 PM |
| Last departure | Anytime |
| Price range | NPR 1,650 |
| Bus types | Local micro, City bus, Tempo / shared van, Private cab |
| Last Updated | August 31, 2026 |
| Schedules Verified | Check live search |
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Open live schedule →Most Kathmandu to Patan coaches take 15–45 minutes for about 6 km by road. Tourist and deluxe day buses often feel shorter because of fewer local stops; night sofa coaches trade speed for sleep comfort. Monsoon landslides, festival traffic and highway maintenance can add 1–3 hours. On Lokrio, check the live trip card for that day’s estimated arrival before you pay.
The Kathmandu–Patan corridor is a standard Nepal intercity highway route used by tourist, deluxe and local coaches. Travel time varies with traffic, monsoon landslides and night schedules. Always leave buffer time in the wet season and confirm your boarding point on the e-ticket.
Season tip: October–April is usually the smoothest season for road travel across much of Nepal.
| Type | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Local | Budget hops | More stops, lower fare, less tourist-focused. |
Patan (Lalitpur) offers Durbar Square, Patan Museum and living crafts minutes from Kathmandu.
Ancient craft kingdom.
Best time: Year-round.
The road distance from Kathmandu to Patan is about 6 km. Actual travel time depends on traffic, season and highway works.
Most coaches take 15–45 minutes. Current season note: Monsoon season (Jun–Sep) — allow extra road time.
Live fares are from NPR 1,650 on Lokrio. Pay with eSewa, Khalti, Fonepay/QR, ConnectIPS or Visa/Mastercard.
Common boarding points include Ratna Park (walk ~10 min from Thamel), Kantipath / Jamal micros, Hotel taxi pickup. Your e-ticket shows the exact counter and reporting time.
Typical drop points: Pulchowk / Labim Mall (5–10 min walk to Durbar Square), Patan Dhoka bus side, Taxi drop at square gate. Confirm the stop printed on your ticket.
Available types include Local micro, City bus, Tempo / shared van, Private cab. Seat maps show deluxe, tourist, sofa/VIP and AC options when partners list them.
Based on upcoming inventory: first around 6:00 AM–8:00 PM, last around Anytime. Times change by date — search live on Lokrio.
Yes. Search the corridor on Lokrio, pick seats, pay securely and receive an instant e-ticket.
Expect rain on hill highways; landslides possible near Mugling corridor.
About 6 km by road (15–45 minutes (traffic dependent)).
The road distance Kathmandu to Patan is about 6 km and typically takes 15–45 minutes (traffic dependent).
Most tourist / deluxe coaches leave around 6:00 AM–8:00 PM from Ratna Park / Kantipath. Evening sofa coaches often leave around 7:00–7:30 PM. Always confirm the exact time on your Lokrio e-ticket.
Common departure points: Ratna Park (walk ~10 min from Thamel); Kantipath / Jamal micros; Hotel taxi pickup. Your Lokrio e-ticket shows the exact counter and reporting time.
Typical tourist / deluxe fares are about NPR 20–30; VIP sofa seats cost more. Foreigner rates are often quoted in USD by some counters. Compare live NPR prices on Lokrio before you pay.
Yes in peak seasons (October–November and March–April) — book 2–5 days ahead. Shoulder seasons often allow 1–2 days; monsoon same-day seats are more common but not guaranteed.
Patan — historically Lalitpur, “city of fine arts” — is one of the three medieval Newar kingdoms of the Kathmandu Valley. Patan Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage site: multi-tiered pagoda temples, the Krishna Mandir (stone shikhara), royal courtyards and the Patan Museum inside the former palace. The square was heavily damaged in the 2015 earthquake and has seen major restoration. Foreign visitors usually pay a Durbar Square entry fee (commonly around NPR 1,000 for non-SAARC foreigners; SAARC / Nepali rates are lower — confirm at the gate as fees change).
Patan (Lalitpur) offers Durbar Square, Patan Museum and living crafts minutes from Kathmandu.
Ancient craft kingdom.
Year-round.
Weather: Monsoon — pack rain gear; trails and highways can delay.
Reach Patan from Kathmandu by bus, jeep, flight and/or trek depending on the destination type. See travel time notes.
Dal bhat, Momo, Local specialties, Tea / chiya
Road distance is about 6 km. Door-to-door time depends on season — typically 15–45 minutes.
Carry photo ID matching your ticket name. Soft bags fit luggage bays better than hard cases. Download your e-ticket offline before departure from Kathmandu.
Pack a light cabin bag (water, snacks, power bank, layers). Keep passport/cash off the roof rack. Monsoon travellers should add a compact rain jacket.
Day tourist coaches are usually the best value on this corridor. Compare deluxe vs sofa on Lokrio before paying for VIP upgrades you may not need.
Book adjacent seats early. Prefer morning departures for families with children. Confirm child fare rules on the operator trip details.
International cards are accepted on Lokrio checkout. For India–Nepal coaches, passport and visa rules apply at the border — keep documents handy overnight.
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