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

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Ranchi is to ferry and train which costs ₹260 - ₹2,100 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Ranchi is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Ranchi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kolkata, West Bengal and arriving at Ranchi, Jharkhand. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Ranchi?

The distance between Kolkata and Ranchi is 346 km. The road distance is 369 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Ranchi without a car is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Kolkata to Ranchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Ranchi bus from?

Kolkata to Ranchi bus services, operated by Rajdhani Express, depart from Kolkata, West Bengal station.

Bus or fly from Kolkata to Ranchi?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Ranchi is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹12,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Kolkata to Ranchi bus arrive?

Kolkata to Ranchi bus services, operated by Rajdhani Express, arrive at Ranchi, Jharkhand station.

Can I drive from Kolkata to Ranchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Ranchi is 369 km. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Kolkata to Ranchi.

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

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Where can I stay near Ranchi?

There are 134+ hotels available in Ranchi.

Kolkata to Ranchi - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, ferry, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kolkata to Ranchi by plane, bus, ferry, train, 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
2h 57m
₹5,961–11,275
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
2. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Ranchitrain 18615 / ...
9h 45m
₹266–2,008
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Ranchi, Jharkhandbus Kolkata, West Bengal - Ranchi, Jharkhand
9h 30m
Drive 369 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Ranchicar 369 km
5h 40m
₹4,211–6,082
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kolkata to Ranchitaxi 369 km
5h 40m
₹8,000–10,000
Bus via Khejurtala
1. Take the bus from Howrah, West Bengal to Ranchi, Jharkhandbus Howrah, West Bengal - Ranchi, Jharkhand
11h 42m

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 13mAverage Duration

₹5,495Cheapest Price

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Distance: 345.8 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Rajdhani Express operates a bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Ranchi, Jharkhand hourly, and the journey takes 9h 30m.

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