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 fly which takes 6h 47m and costs ₹14,000 - ₹41,000.

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 389 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 6h 47m 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 fly which takes 6h 47m and costs ₹14,000 - ₹41,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹370 - ₹2,800 and takes 16h 9m.

What is the time difference between Janakpur and Ranchi?

Ranchi is 15 min behind Janakpur. It is currently 3:27 AM in Janakpur and 3:12 AM 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 128+ hotels available in Ranchi.

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

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

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Fly from Janakpur Airport
best
1. Fly from Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane JKR - IXR
6h 47m
₹14,214–40,860
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaynagar to Ranchitrain 18106
16h 9m
₹374–2,719
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Janakpur to Darbhangacar
2. Take the bus from Darbhanga to Ranchibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
14h 24m
Drive 474.7 km
1. Drive from Janakpur to Ranchicar 474.7 km
7h 15m
₹5,752–8,308
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 35m
₹6,154–17,629
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 21m
₹25,392–46,017
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 25m
₹10,754–29,019

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

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9h 32mAverage Duration

₹13,874Cheapest Price

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Distance: 389.3 km
Duration: 6h 47m

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

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

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