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Car Rental in Kathmandu

The Toyota Corolla — Nepal's most common hire car for city tours, airport transfers, and highway routes to Pokhara and Chitwan. Comfortable, fuel-efficient, and air-conditioned. From 40 USD/day with an experienced driver.

PassengersUp to 4
City hire / dayNPR 5,40040 USD
Airport transferNPR 2,70020 USD
ACYes
Rates

Car hire prices — Kathmandu

ServiceCar rateSUV rate (for comparison)
Airport pickup / drop (TIA)NPR 2,70020 USDNPR 4,05030 USD
City tour — half day (4 hrs)NPR 3,37525 USDNPR 5,40040 USD
City tour — full day (8 hrs)NPR 5,40040 USDNPR 8,10060 USD
Nagarkot day trip (return)NPR 3,37525 USDNPR 5,40040 USD
Dhulikhel day trip (return)NPR 4,05030 USDNPR 6,07545 USD
Kathmandu → PokharaNPR 8,10060 USDNPR 10,12575 USD
Kathmandu → ChitwanNPR 7,42555 USDNPR 9,45070 USD
Kathmandu → LumbiniNPR 8,77565 USDNPR 11,47585 USD

All prices include driver, fuel, and tolls · Driver overnight 10 USD / NPR 1,500/night · Peak season surcharge may apply

Vehicle

Toyota Corolla — specs & features

Car
Toyota Corolla
4 passengersAir conditionedFuel efficient2–3 bagsPetrol / hybridCity + highway
The Toyota Corolla is the most popular hire car in Nepal for couples and small families. Air-conditioned, comfortable on long highways, and fuel-efficient. Best suited for paved roads — Kathmandu city, Prithvi Highway, Mahendra Highway. For mountain tracks or off-road routes, choose the Scorpio SUV instead.
NPR 5,40040 USD
City hire / day · driver included
Best for
When to choose the car
  • Couples or groups of up to 4
  • Kathmandu city sightseeing
  • Airport transfers
  • Highway routes (Pokhara, Chitwan)
  • Budget-conscious travellers
  • Short day trips (Nagarkot, Bhaktapur)
FAQ

Car car rental questions

How much does car rental cost in Kathmandu?
Full day city hire (8 hrs) in a Toyota Corolla is 40 USD including driver, fuel, and parking. Airport pickup or drop is 20 USD. Long routes start from 55 USD/day (Chitwan) or 60 USD/day (Pokhara).
Is a car suitable for mountain roads in Nepal?
A car handles paved mountain roads (Nagarkot, Dhulikhel, Nuwakot) fine. For unpaved tracks, high altitude, or 4WD terrain, upgrade to a Scorpio SUV. If you are going to Muktinath, Tsum Valley, or remote trekking trailheads, a 4WD is essential.
How many passengers can a car carry?
Up to 4 passengers with 2–3 medium suitcases. For 5–6 people, choose a Mahindra Scorpio. For groups of 7–10, the Toyota Hiace van is the right vehicle.
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