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There are 4 ways to get from Dhanbad to Ranchi by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Dhanbad Jn to Ranchitrain train 18621 / ...
    3h 43m
    ₹160–1,300

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Dhanbad to Ranchibus bus redbusIndia_A/C Seater Push Back
    4h 25m

  3. Drive  145.8 km

    1. Drive from Dhanbad to Ranchicar car 145.8 km
    2h 12m
    ₹1,426–2,060

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Dhanbad to Ranchitaxi taxi 145.8 km
    2h 12m
    ₹2,700–3,300

Dhanbad to Ranchi by train

Calendar74Weekly Trains
Duration3h 43mAverage Duration
Ticket₹160Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 161.5 km
  • Duration: 3h 43m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Dhanbad Jn to Ranchi every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, Cat Express operates a bus from Dhanbad to Ranchi every 4 hours, and the journey takes 4h 25m. 20 other operators also service this route.

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