What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai to Ranchi?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Ranchi is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 30h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Ranchi?

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Ranchi is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Ranchi?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Ranchi. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Ranchi via Bhubaneswar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Ranchi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Hatia. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30h 35m.

How far is it from Chennai to Ranchi?

The distance between Chennai and Ranchi is 1290 km. The road distance is 1568.8 km.

How do I travel from Chennai to Ranchi without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai to Ranchi without a car is to train which takes 30h 35m and costs ₹700 - ₹5,500.

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Ranchi?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Chennai to Ranchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Ranchi bus from?

Chennai to Ranchi bus services, operated by Zingbus, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Ranchi train from?

Chennai to Ranchi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Ranchi?

The best way to get from Chennai to Ranchi is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹17,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 30h 35m, you could also bus, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹5,000 and takes 35h 50m.

Where does the Chennai to Ranchi bus arrive?

Chennai to Ranchi bus services, operated by Zingbus, arrive at Bhubaneswar station.

Where does the Chennai to Ranchi train arrive?

Chennai to Ranchi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Hatia station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Ranchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Ranchi is 1569 km. It takes approximately 23h 36m to drive from Chennai to Ranchi.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai to Ranchi?

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Where can I stay near Ranchi?

There are 131+ hotels available in Ranchi.

Chennai to Ranchi - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Ranchi by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Chennai International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane MAA - IXR
3h 50m
₹9,370–16,448
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Hatiatrain 13352
30h 35m
₹700–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Bhubaneswarbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bhubaneswar to Ranchibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
35h 50m
₹1,434–4,967
Drive 1,568.8 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Ranchicar 1,568.8 km
23h 36m
₹17,559–25,363
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane TIR - IXR
9h 39m
₹11,667–25,819

Chennai to Ranchi by train

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30h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,289.6 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Ranchi, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Hatia once daily. Tickets cost ₹700–5,500 and the journey takes 30h 35m.

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