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

The cheapest way to get from Janakpur to Ranchi is to train which costs ₹370 - ₹2,800 and takes 16h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Janakpur to Ranchi is to drive which takes 7h 15m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct train between Janakpur and Ranchi?

No, there is no direct train from Janakpur to Ranchi. However, there are services departing from Janakpur and arriving at Ranchi via Jaynagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 9m.

How far is it from Janakpur to Ranchi?

The distance between Janakpur and Ranchi is 492 km. The road distance is 474.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Janakpur to Ranchi without a car is to train which takes 16h 9m and costs ₹370 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 13h 34m to get from Janakpur to Ranchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Janakpur to Ranchi train from?

Janakpur to Ranchi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Jaynagar station.

Train or fly from Janakpur to Ranchi?

The best way to get from Janakpur to Ranchi is to train which takes 16h 9m and costs ₹370 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹7,000 - ₹38,000 and takes 8h 42m.

What is the time difference between Janakpur and Ranchi?

Ranchi is 15 min behind Janakpur. It is currently 12:02 AM in Janakpur and 11:47 PM in Ranchi.

Where does the Janakpur to Ranchi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Janakpur to Ranchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Janakpur to Ranchi is 475 km. It takes approximately 7h 15m to drive from Janakpur to Ranchi.

Where can I stay near Ranchi?

There are 132+ hotels available in Ranchi.

Janakpur to Ranchi - 7 ways to travel via train, car, bus, plane, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Janakpur to Ranchi by car, bus, train, plane, or taxi

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Janakpur to Darbhangacar
2. Take the bus from Darbhanga to Ranchibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
13h 34m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaynagar to Ranchitrain 18106
16h 9m
₹374–2,718
Drive 474.7 km
1. Drive from Janakpur to Ranchicar 474.7 km
7h 15m
₹5,320–7,685
Fly from Janakpur Airport
1. Fly from Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane JKR - IXR
8h 42m
₹7,190–37,169
Taxi to Tribhuvan International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Janakpur to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)taxi
2. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane KTM - IXR
8h 41m
₹25,343–44,960
Train, train to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Jaynagar to Samastipur Jntrain
2. Take the train from Samastipur Jn to Sonpur Jntrain
3. Fly from Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane PAT - IXR
9h 30m
₹6,154–15,628
Train to Darbhanga Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Jaynagar to Darbhanga Jntrain
2. Fly from Darbhanga Airport (DBR) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane DBR - IXR
9h 35m
₹11,754–31,018

Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) flights

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11h 30mAverage Duration

₹6,850Cheapest Price

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Distance: 491.8 km
Duration: 13h 34m

What companies run services between Janakpur, Nepal and Ranchi, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Jaynagar to Ranchi 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₹330–2,500 and the journey takes 14h 5m. Alternatively, Buddha Air Ltd, IndiGo Airlines, and Nepal Airlines fly from Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) 5 times a day.

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