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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Ranchi is to train which costs ₹260 - ₹2,000 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Ranchi is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Ranchi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Ranchi. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Howrah to Ranchi?

The distance between Howrah and Ranchi is 347 km. The road distance is 363.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Ranchi without a car is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs ₹260 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Howrah to Ranchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Ranchi train from?

Howrah to Ranchi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Howrah Jn station.

Train or fly from Howrah to Ranchi?

The best way to get from Howrah to Ranchi is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹12,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹260 - ₹2,000 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Howrah to Ranchi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howrah to Ranchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Ranchi is 364 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Howrah to Ranchi.

Where can I stay near Ranchi?

There are 129+ hotels available in Ranchi.

Howrah to Ranchi - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Howrah to Ranchi by plane, train, ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane CCU - IXR
3h 6m
₹5,858–11,428
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Ranchitrain 18615 / ...
8h 30m
₹260–2,000
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Ranchibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper / ...
9h 27m
Drive 363.9 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Ranchicar 363.9 km
5h 32m
₹4,084–5,898
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howrah to Ranchitaxi 363.9 km
5h 32m
₹8,000–10,000
Ferry, bus via Dhanbad
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Dhanbadbus
3. Take the bus from Dhanbad to Ranchibus
11h 25m

Howrah to Ranchi by train

25Weekly Trains

8h 30mAverage Duration

₹260Cheapest Price

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Distance: 347.1 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Ranchi 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹260–2,000 and the journey takes 8h 30m.

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