The Nepal Tourism Board has announced a free shuttle bus service for national and international air passengers on March 5, 2026, coinciding with Nepal’s Election Day. The service aims to facilitate convenient travel between Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and major hotels across Kathmandu, ensuring smooth connectivity for travelers during the election period.
Service Details and Operational Hours
The shuttle buses will operate on designated routes covering key hotel and city locations. Service hours are scheduled from 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM, allowing passengers ample flexibility for arrival and departure. Passengers are advised to stay informed about real-time operations and route coordination by contacting the assigned personnel for each route.
For overall coordination and assistance, travelers can reach out to:
- Bharat Timilsena: 9851237302
- Tourist Police: 9851289445
Designated Shuttle Routes and Contacts
Route 1: This route connects N.A.C, New Road, Kantipath, Thamel, Lainchaur, Malla Hotel, Nayabazar, Shankar Hotel, Radisson, Durbarmarg, Yak n Yeti, Naxal (Nagpokhari), Gaushala, Battisputali (Dwarika Hotel), and back to the airport. The route operates in a continuous loop to ensure maximum convenience.
- Contact Person: Ram Bahadur Nagarkoti – 9860156963
- Bus Number: Ba 1 Pa 1378
Route 2: Covering Maharajgung Chowk, Naranthan Chowk, Dhumbarahi (Ramada Hotel), Chabahil, Boudha (Hyatt Regency), Jorpati Chowk, Chabahil, Gaushala, and returning to the airport, this route provides coverage for passengers staying in eastern and northeastern parts of Kathmandu.
- Contact Person: Pawan Giri – 9844070555
- Bus Number: Ba 1 Pa 1320
Route 3: This route serves Kupondole, Himalayan Hotel, Tripureshor, Kalimati, Soaltee, Kalanki, Ekantakuna, Satdobato, Gwarko (Royal Tulip), Tinkune, New Baneshwor, Everest Hotel, and returns to the airport. The route is designed to accommodate passengers from western and central hotel locations.
Passengers are encouraged to contact the respective route coordinators for route-specific inquiries and real-time updates on the day of operation.
Ensuring Passenger Convenience
The free shuttle service is part of NTB’s efforts to support seamless travel for visitors during a significant national event, minimizing travel disruptions and ensuring safe and timely transfers. With professional coordination and dedicated contacts for each route, travelers can plan their transit confidently, whether arriving in Kathmandu or heading to the airport for departures.
The initiative reinforces NTB’s commitment to enhancing tourism services and providing a traveler-friendly experience in Nepal, particularly during high-traffic and event-heavy periods such as the national elections.
