How to Get from Kathmandu to Godawari (By Bus, Taxi)
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You’ve come to the right place. I loved my visit to the Godawari Botanical Garden and Phulchowki Hill, so here is everything you need to know on how to get to Godawari.
Godawari is 18 km from Kathmandu and can be easily reached by public transport or taxis.
The taxi from central Kathmandu to Godawari takes about 30-45 minutes and costs about Rs. 1,300.
For public transport, you can get minivans to go to Godawari from the Lagankhel bus stop or also from Satdobato to Godawari.
Looking for things to do in Godawari? Check out my travel guide to Godawari here!
How to Get from Kathmandu to Godawari by Bus
To get from Kathmandu to Godawari by bus, you have 2-3 options depending on where you stay in Kathmandu:
- Option 1: Lagankhel Bus Station to Godawari
- Option 2: Take a bus from Ratna Park to Lagankhel Bus Station, then change to a minivan to Godawari
- Option 3: Take a bus on the Ring Road to Satdobato, then change to a minivan to Godawari.
1. Lagankhel Bus Station to Godawari
If you live near Lagankhel, this is the best option for you. You can just walk down to the Lagankhel Bus Station and take a minivan to Godawari from there.
The minivan takes about 30 minutes and costs Rs. 25.
2. Ratna Park to Lagankhel to Godawari
There are frequent buses and minivans going from Ratna Park to Lagankhel. The Ratna Park bus station is in central Kathmandu and if you stay near Thamel, you can walk there in 10 minutes.
The bus/minivan from Ratna Park to Lagankhel takes about 20 minutes and costs Rs. 25.
Where is the Ratna Park Bus Stop?
Ratna Park is quite big and there are bus stops all around the park. The bus/minivan to Lagankhel leaves from the northern edge of the park (see map below).
Once you get to the Lagankhel Bus Station, you will find the minivans going to Godawari there.
It takes about 30 minutes from Lagankhel to Godawari by minivan and costs Rs. 25. The final bus stop in Godawari is near the entry to the Godawari Botanical Garden.
3. Ring Road to Satdobato to Godawari
Bus on the Ring Road to Satdobato
This option works best for you if you live near the Ring Road. Most of the buses go around in a circle on the Ring Road and make a stop in Satdobato.
Check the map which direction on the Ring Road is closest for you to get to Satdobato.
As for the bus fare to Satdobato, it will depend on where you get on the bus and the distance you go. The usual bus fare is Rs. 25 up to 10 km in Kathmandu.
Satdobato to Godawari
Once you get to Satdobato, walk down to the Satdobato-Godawari Road (see map below) and you will be able to catch there the minivans to Godawari.
Where does the bus/minivan stop in Godawari?
The final stop of the buses/minivans going to Godawari is near the entrance of the Godawari Botanical Garden. From the final stop in Godawari, you can get to the Botanical Garden in about 10 minutes’ walk.
How to Get from Kathmandu to Godawari by Taxi
Getting around in Kathmandu by taxi is the easiest and most comfortable option.
When it comes to taxis, you can either hail a taxi or book one through a Nepali taxi app (Pathao or InDrive). The Nepali taxi apps have the best prices and they work just like Uber or Grab.
If you hail a taxi, the drivers might give you a higher price and you may have to try to negotiate a bit.
For booking taxis using taxi apps, check out my guide to the best taxi apps in Nepal.
Pathao Taxi App
InDrive Taxi App
FAQ: How to Get from Kathmandu to Godawari
How to Get from Kathmandu to Godawari?
Getting from Kathmandu to Godawari is fairly easy by taking public transport or taxis.
There are buses and minivans that go from Lagankhel Bus Stop to Godawari frequently. The bus takes about 30 minutes and costs Rs. 25.
The taxi from central Kathmandu to Godawari takes about 30-45 minutes and costs Rs. 1,300.
When to visit the Godawari Botanical Garden?
The best time to visit the Godawari Botanical Garden is during the spring. The spring season in Nepal is between March-April and it is during this time that the flowers are in bloom.
Apart from spring time, the Godawari Botanical Garden is a great place for a day trip anytime. The botanical garden is the perfect getaway to spend time in nature and fresh air.
When was the Godawari Botanical Garden built?
The Godawari Botanical Garden is the largest and oldest botanical garden in Nepal. It is also called as the National Botanical Garden and it was built in 1962.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Godawari is only 18 km from Kathmandu and can be reached easily. You can get from Kathmandu to Godawari either by taking public transport or by taxi.
The public buses go regularly from Lagankhel bus stop (Patan) and takes you to Godawari in about 30 minutes.
The taxi takes about 30-45 minutes from central Kathmandu and costs around Rs. 1,300.
