How to Get from Pokhara to Phedi (By Bus, Taxi)
Wondering how to get from Pokhara to Phedi?
I have travelled from Pokhara to Phedi on my way to the Australian Camp, and here is everything you need know on how to get to Phedi.
Phedi is 14 km from Pokhara and takes about 40 minutes to reach by the local bus. The bus leaves once an hour from Hari Chowk in Pokhara and costs Rs. 60.
It is also possible to take a taxi from Pokhara to Phedi. The taxi costs around Rs. 1,500 and takes 20-30 minutes.
How to Get from Pokhara to Phedi by Bus
Phedi is 14 km from Pokhara and there are regular, direct buses to Phedi. The buses leave once an hour from Hari Chowk in Pokhara.
Getting from Lakeside to Hari Chowk
Most of the travellers stay in Lakeside in Pokhara and if you plan to go from there to Hari Chowk, you can either take a taxi or a local bus.
Lakeside to Hari Chowk by Bus
To get from Lakeside to Hari Chowk by bus, first you will have to take a bus from Lakeside to 0 Km and then another bus from 0 Km to Hari Chowk:
- Bus from Lakeside to 0 Km (bus fare: Rs. 30)
- Bus from 0 Km to Hari Chowk (bus fare: Rs. 30)
Lakeside to Hari Chowk by Taxi
You can either hail a taxi or book one through the InDrive taxi app (Google Play, Apple Store). The inDrive taxi app works just like Uber and it is the only taxi app available in Pokhara.
If you book a taxi through InDrive, it has the best prices. Usually, if you just hail a taxi, you may have to negotiate the prices a little bit, however, if you book through InDrive, the prices and cheap and fixed.
Getting from Hari Chowk (Pokhara) to Phedi
Once you get to Hari Chowk (see map below), you will find the buses here to Phedi. There will be a few buses so it is best if you ask the bus helpers to locate the bus going to Phedi.
The bus from Hari Chowk to Phedi takes about 40 minutes and costs Rs. 60.
How to Get from Pokhara to Phedi by Taxi
Getting from Pokhara to Phedi by taxi is also an option. There are many taxis all around Pokhara so it is easy to hail one.
The taxi costs around Rs. 1,500 to Phedi and takes maximum 30 minutes to get there.
Taking the taxi to Phedi is a faster and more comfortable option, plus if you are in a group, you can also split the costs.
FAQ: How to Get from Pokhara to Phedi
How do I get from Pokhara to Phedi?
You can get from Pokhara to Phedi either by bus or taxi.
The buses leave from Hari Chowk in Pokhara about once every hour. It takes 40 minutes and costs Rs. 60.
The taxi is more comfortable and costs around Rs. 1,500 to Phedi.
How far is Phedi from Dhampus?
The distance between Phedi and Dhampus is 2.2 km and the trek takes about 2.5 hours from Phedi to Dhampus.
The trek is mainly uphill and there are not many shaded areas, so it is good to start this part of the trek in the morning before it gets too hot.
What is the altitude of Phedi?
Phedi is at 1,160 metres. It is a popular starting point to the Australian Camp, which can be reached through a short trek from Phedi.
How do I get to the Australian Camp?
There are two options to choose from for the starting point to the Australian Camp: you can either start from Phedi or from Kande.
It is popular to start the trek in Phedi, and trek through Dhampus to the Australian Camp. The next day, you can trek down to Kande and take a bus back to Pokhara.
Conclusion
In conclusion, getting from Pokhara to Phedi is possible both by bus or taxi.
There are many taxis in Pokhara that you can hail. The taxi costs about Rs. 1,500 and takes maximum 30 minutes to reach Phedi.
Whereas, the local buses leave from Hari Chowk (Pokhara) to Phedi once an hour. The bus takes 40 minutes to get to Phedi and costs Rs. 60.
