Scenic
Koshi
Ilam
Nepal's tea garden region in the far east — lush rolling hills covered with Darjeeling-style tea estates, mist, and views of Kanchenjunga.
1,200 m altitude
India–Nepal Overland Border
Open 24 HoursJogbani–Biratnagar Border Crossing
The Jogbani–Biratnagar crossing connects Araria District in Bihar (India) with Morang District in Koshi Province (Nepal). It is the principal eastern commercial gateway, directly adjacent to Biratnagar — Nepal’s second largest city with domestic flight connections to Kathmandu.
India Side
Jogbani, Araria, Bihar
Nearest rail hub: Jogbani Railway Station (JBN, Bihar) — direct trains from Kolkata, Katihar, and Patna.
Nepal Side
Biratnagar, Morang District, Koshi Province
Transit hub: Biratnagar Bus Terminal & Biratnagar Domestic Airport (BIR).
Essential Crossing Information
Border Timings & Distance
Timings: Open 24 hours daily.
Distance: Approx. 2 km from Jogbani Railway Station to Biratnagar Customs Gate (5–10 min).
ID & Documents Needed
- •Valid Indian Passport
- •Voter ID Card (Election Commission of India)
- •No visa required for Indian citizens
Vehicle & Customs Rules
Vehicle customs permits (Bhansar) available at Biratnagar dry port.
Currency & Cash in Nepal
INR notes (₹100, ₹200, ₹500) accepted at 1 INR = 1.60 NPR.
How to Cross from Jogbani, Araria, Bihar into Nepal
1
Arrive at Jogbani
Take a train or road transport to Jogbani Railway Station in Bihar.
2
Cross into Biratnagar
Take an e-rickshaw across the border checkpost into Biratnagar town (2 km).
3
Onward Travel
Take a 45-minute domestic flight from Biratnagar Airport to Kathmandu, or a bus to Ilam or Koshi Tappu.
Onward Travel from Biratnagar, Morang District, Koshi Province
Direct road connections, typical travel durations, and transport options across Nepal.
Biratnagar, Morang District, Koshi Province → Kathmandu
380 km·10–12 hours (or 45-min domestic flight from Biratnagar)
Domestic Flight or Overnight Bus (NPR 1,200–1,800 (Bus) / NPR 4,500+ (Flight))
View Kathmandu guide
Biratnagar, Morang District, Koshi Province → Ilam
120 km·3.5 hours
Bus or Shared Jeep (NPR 600–900)
View Ilam guide
Border Guidance & Operational Notes
Operating Hours: Open 24 hours. Required Documents: Valid Indian passport or Voter ID card. No visa required for Indian nationals. Connections from Biratnagar: Domestic flights to Kathmandu (1 hr, several daily). Bus to Kathmandu (12–14 hrs). Ideal base for eastern Nepal destinations: Ilam (3 hrs by road), Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve (1 hr). From India: Buses and trains from Patna or Forbesganj to Jogbani. Auto-rickshaw from Jogbani to the Nepal border gate.
Frequently Asked Questions (Jogbani–Biratnagar)
Can I fly to Kathmandu from Biratnagar?
Yes. Biratnagar Domestic Airport (BIR) has multiple daily flights to Kathmandu operated by Buddha Air, Yeti Airlines, and Shree Airlines (flight duration: approx. 45 minutes).
Helpful Nepal Travel Guides
Essential reading before crossing the border:
Connected Nepal Destinations
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Janakpur
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70 m altitude
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Dhulikhel
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Nagarkot
A hilltop escape east of Kathmandu offering the widest panorama of the Himalayan range from Dhaulagiri in the west to Kanchenjunga in the east.
2,175 m altitude
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