Temple, monastery or heritage site · 74 m
Janakpur
The capital of Madhesh Province and a centre of Mithila culture, built around the white marble Janaki Mandir and dozens of sacred ponds.
Chitwan & Teraiबर्दिबास
Bardibas
A highway junction town at the foot of the Chure hills, where the BP Highway from Kathmandu meets the East-West Highway.
- Altitude
- 150 m*
- Best months
- Oct-Mar
- Type
- Town or village
- District
- Mahottari, Madhesh
- Permit
- None needed
Why go
Bardibas is a fast-growing town in the north of Mahottari district, at the foot of the Chure hills. It is the junction where the BP Koirala Highway, which climbs north through Sindhuli to Dhulikhel and Kathmandu, meets the East-West Highway, and roads also lead south to Janakpur and Jaleshwar.
For most travellers Bardibas is a transport stop: buses between Kathmandu and the eastern Terai pass through, and it is a convenient place to change for Janakpur. The bazaar along the highway is lined with eateries, shops and bus counters, and is busy at all hours.
The town also gives easy access to the forested Chure hills and to Sindhuli to the north, where the old fort of Sindhuli Gadhi stands above the BP Highway. Bardibas can be a practical overnight stop when breaking a long journey between Kathmandu, Janakpur and eastern Nepal.
History and culture
Bardibas grew from a small settlement into a significant town with the building of the East-West Highway and, later, the BP Koirala Highway, which shortened the road journey between Kathmandu and the eastern Terai considerably. It is now the main town of Bardibas Municipality.
The population mixes Maithili-speaking Madhesi communities from the plains with hill settlers, including Tamang, Magar and Brahmin-Chhetri families, reflecting its position where the hills meet the Terai.
A railway linking the town to the wider network has long been planned as part of the proposed east-west railway, though progress has been slow. For now the town remains a road hub, and its character is shaped by the steady flow of buses, trucks and travellers through the bazaar.
Things to do in Bardibas
Break a journey
Stop for food and rest on the road between Kathmandu and the eastern Terai.
Continue to Janakpur
Change here for Janakpur and the temples of the Mithila plains.
Sindhuli Gadhi
Drive north on the BP Highway to the historic fort at Sindhuli Gadhi.
Weather and the best time to visit Bardibas
Weather in Bardibas
Forecast for 150 m. Conditions change fast in the mountains.
Weather data: MET Norway, licensed CC BY 4.0. A forecast, not a guarantee.
Best time to visit
Oct-Mar
- Good month: Jan
- Good month: Feb
- Good month: Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Good month: Oct
- Good month: Nov
- Good month: Dec
- Autumn (Sep-Nov)
- October and November are dry and the best time for road travel.
- Winter (Dec-Feb)
- December to February is cool, with fog on the highway in the mornings.
- Spring (Mar-May)
- March is pleasant; April and May are hot.
- Monsoon (Jun-Aug)
- June to September brings heavy rain and the risk of landslides on the BP Highway to the north.
Where to stay
HotelsGuesthouses
Simple hotels and guesthouses along the highway serve travellers breaking their journey.
No partner stays are listed here yet. List a property.
Getting there
Bardibas lies on the East-West Highway at the southern end of the BP Koirala Highway, with buses to Kathmandu, Janakpur and towns across the Terai.
Nearest hub: Janakpur
- roadKathmandu to Bardibas by bus via Dhulikhel and Sindhuli on the BP Koirala Highway.
- roadBardibas to Janakpur by bus or jeep, a short drive south-east.
- flightThe nearest regular flights are to Janakpur.
Permits and fees
None needed
No permit is needed.
Verify before travel: permit rules and fees change. Checked 2026-10-08 against Bardibas, Wikipedia.
Risks and conditions
Seasonal risks around Bardibas
What this place is typically exposed to, and when. These are seasonal patterns, not a report on conditions now.
Landslidesmoderate in a typical yearJun-Sep
The BP Koirala Highway north of Bardibas through the Chure and Mahabharat hills is exposed to monsoon landslides that can delay or block traffic.
Floodingmoderate in a typical yearJun-Sep
Monsoon rain swells streams draining the Chure hills, which can damage roads and crossings around Bardibas between June and September.
Heatmoderate in a typical yearApr-Jun
April to June is the hot season in the Terai, with daytime temperatures that make midday sightseeing tiring; travel early or late in the day.
Check current conditions before you travel
Roads, trails, passes and flights change with the weather and with roadworks, and nothing on this page describes conditions today. Before you set off, check the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology for weather and flood warnings, the Nepal Disaster Risk Reduction Portal for incidents, and the local authority, police or your licensed operator for road, trail and flight status.
Practical tips
- Buses can be full on festival dates; book long-distance seats in advance.
- Check road conditions on the BP Highway during the monsoon.
- Eateries along the highway open early and close late for bus passengers.
Questions about Bardibas
Where is Bardibas?
In the north of Mahottari district, at the junction of the BP Koirala and East-West highways.
How do I get from Bardibas to Janakpur?
Take a bus or jeep south-east; it is a short drive.
Is Bardibas a good place to stay?
It is a practical overnight stop for road journeys, with simple hotels.
Nearby
Temple, monastery or heritage site · 75 m
Janaki Mandir
The white temple to Sita at the heart of Janakpur, built in the early twentieth century and the focus of the Vivaha Panchami festival.
Temple, monastery or heritage site · 75 m
Jaleshwar Mahadev Temple
The Shiva temple that gives Jaleshwar its name, with a lingam set below ground level in water.
Temple, monastery or heritage site · 90 m
Dhanusha Dham
A pilgrimage site north-east of Janakpur where, by tradition, a piece of Shiva's bow broken by Ram fell to earth.
Editorial draft: facts are being checked against the sources below. Last checked 2026-10-08. Sources: Bardibas, Wikipedia, BP Highway, Wikipedia, Mahottari District, Wikipedia