How to Take the Free Shuttle Bus to the Annapurna Cable Car
The Annapurna Cable Car connects Sedibagar (Pokhara) with Sarangkot and was completed in 2022. There is a free shuttle bus service that operates between Pokhara and the Annapurna Cable Car. The free shuttle goes only in the early mornings and in the evenings, so people can catch the sunrise or take the bus back after the sunset.
Information About the Annapurna Cable Car
- Price: 2-way ticket for foreigners: USD 12 (approximately Rs. 1,600)
- Opening times: 5 am – 5:30 pm
- Duration: 10 minutes
- Starting point: Sedibagar, Pokhara
How to Get to the Annapurna Cable Car Using the Free Shuttle Bus
The free shuttle bus operates between Pokhara and the starting point of the Annapurna Cable Car in Sedibagar in the early mornings and in the evenings.
The early morning shuttle is best for those who are going to Sarangkot to see the sunrise. The evening shuttle is good for those who are in Sarangkot for the sunset. If you catch the last cable car to go back to Sedibagar, then you can take free shuttle to go back to Lakeside, Pokhara.
Morning Schedule of the Free Shuttle Bus
Route: Pokhara to Sedibagar (Annapurna Cable Car)
| Pick-up Location | Timing |
| Fishtail Gate | 4:25 am |
| Ambot Gate | 4:3o am |
| Gaurighat | 4:35 am |
| Barahi Chowk | 4:40 am |
| Center Point | 4:45 am |
| Hallan Chowk | 4:50 am |
Evening Schedule of the Free Shuttle Bus
In the evenings, the free shuttle bus leaves after the last cable car reaches down to Sedibagar. The shuttle usually waits until all passengers come down with the last cable car and leaves around 6 pm. You will see the free shuttle bus in the car park after you exit the cable car station.
Route: Sedibagar to Pokhara (including Lakeside)
| Pick-up Location | Timing |
| Car Park by the Cable Car Station, Sedibagar | 6 pm |
How to Contact the Shuttle Bus Company
If you would like to confirm the free shuttle bus, the service can be reached on (00977)9802854191 or info@annapurnacablecar.com.np
