What is the cheapest way to get from Ranchi (Station) to Patna?

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi (Station) to Patna is to bus via Kankarbagh which costs ₹500 - ₹1,100 and takes 9h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ranchi (Station) to Patna?

The fastest way to get from Ranchi (Station) to Patna is to fly which takes 1h 5m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ranchi (Station) and Patna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ranchi and arriving at Patna. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Ranchi (Station) and Patna?

No, there is no direct train from Ranchi (Station) to Patna. However, there are services departing from Mesra and arriving at Patna Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Ranchi (Station) to Patna?

The distance between Ranchi (Station) and Patna is 267 km. The road distance is 304.7 km.

How do I travel from Ranchi (Station) to Patna without a car?

The best way to get from Ranchi (Station) to Patna without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,400.

How long does it take to get from Ranchi (Station) to Patna?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Ranchi (Station) to Patna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranchi (Station) to Patna bus from?

Ranchi (Station) to Patna bus services, operated by Rajdhani bus service, depart from Ranchi station.

Where do I catch the Ranchi (Station) to Patna train from?

Ranchi (Station) to Patna train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Mesra station.

Train, bus or fly from Ranchi (Station) to Patna?

The best way to get from Ranchi (Station) to Patna is to fly which takes 1h 5m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹13,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹2,400 and takes 5h 50m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 7h.

Where does the Ranchi (Station) to Patna bus arrive?

Ranchi (Station) to Patna bus services, operated by Rajdhani bus service, arrive at Patna station.

Where does the Ranchi (Station) to Patna train arrive?

Ranchi (Station) to Patna train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Patna Jn station.

Can I drive from Ranchi (Station) to Patna?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi (Station) to Patna is 305 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Ranchi (Station) to Patna.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ranchi (Station) to Patna?

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Where can I stay near Patna?

There are 269+ hotels available in Patna.

Ranchi (Station) to Patna - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ranchi (Station) to Patna by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT)plane IXR - PAT
1h 5m
₹5,596–12,709
Bus via Kankarbagh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Patel Chowk to Kankarbaghbus
9h 48m
₹500–1,100
Train
1. Take the train from Mesra to Patna Jntrain 22350
5h 50m
₹727–2,388
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi to Patnabus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
7h
Drive 304.7 km
1. Drive from Ranchi (Station) to Patnacar 304.7 km
4h 38m
₹2,955–4,268
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ranchi (Station) to Patnataxi 304.7 km
4h 38m
₹5,500–7,000

Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) flights

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Distance: 266.8 km
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Ranchi (Station), India and Patna, India?

IndiGo Airlines flies from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) once daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Mesra to Patna Jn 6 times a week. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 5h 33m.

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