Getting around · Kushma
How to Get to Kushma
How to reach Kushma from Pokhara by bus or jeep on the Baglung highway, plus links from Baglung and Beni.
The short answer: Kushma is about 2.5 to 3 hours west of Pokhara on the sealed Pokhara–Baglung highway, reached by regular bus, shared jeep, private car or a bungee operator's shuttle. It is one of the easiest adventure destinations to reach in Nepal — a comfortable day trip from Pokhara, and a natural stop on the road toward Baglung, Beni and Lower Mustang.
From Pokhara
This is how most travellers arrive. Buses and shared jeeps leave through the day from Pokhara's Baglung bus park, dropping at Kushma bazaar in around two-and-a-half to three hours along the winding hill highway. For convenience, bungee operators run shuttle packages that bundle return transport from Pokhara with the jump — ideal for a day trip. A private car or jeep gives the most flexibility and lets you stop for photos along the gorge. The drive itself is scenic, threading through hills and river valleys.
From Baglung and Beni
Kushma is only a short hop from Baglung, just across the Kali Gandaki, and lies on the route to Beni, the gateway to Lower Mustang and Muktinath. Local buses and jeeps connect all three towns frequently, so Kushma slots easily into a longer western loop or a journey toward Jomsom.
Getting around Kushma
The bungee, swing and main suspension bridges are close to town and reachable on foot, by short local jeep ride or via operator shuttles. For village trips to Durlung and Salija, local jeeps and buses serve the area, or you can walk in.
Tips
- Go early: Leave Pokhara early for an unhurried day and calm morning bungee air.
- Cash: Carry rupees for tickets, transport and food; ATMs are limited.
- Combine: Link Kushma with Baglung or Beni on a western itinerary.
- Comfort: The road is sealed but winding; bring motion-sickness remedies if prone.
Plan the rest
Sort your bed with where to stay in Kushma and time your trip with the best time to visit Kushma. For the wider picture see getting around Nepal, and start with the Kushma travel guide and its top things to do.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get from Pokhara to Kushma?+
Kushma is about 2.5 to 3 hours west of Pokhara on the sealed Pokhara–Baglung highway. Regular buses and shared jeeps run from Pokhara's Baglung bus park, or you can hire a private vehicle or take a bungee operator's shuttle for a day trip.
How far is Kushma from Pokhara?+
Kushma lies roughly 70 to 80 kilometres west of Pokhara by road. The journey time is around 2.5 to 3 hours depending on traffic, stops and road conditions on the winding hill highway.
Can you do Kushma as a day trip?+
Yes. Many visitors do Kushma as a day trip from Pokhara, leaving early, doing the bungee or swing and a bridge walk, and returning by evening. Bungee operators often run shuttle packages that include transport from Pokhara.
Is Kushma on the way to Mustang?+
Kushma sits on the route west toward Baglung and Beni, the gateway to Lower Mustang and Muktinath. It makes a natural stop on a longer western loop or on the way to Jomsom and Muktinath.
