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How to get fromRanchi to Dhanbadby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ranchi to Dhanbad by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Ranchi to Dhanbad Jntrain train 13403 / ...
    4h 15m
    ₹160–1,300

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Ranchi to Dhanbadbus bus redbusIndia_A/C Seater Push Back
    4h 45m
    ₹370–2,800

  3. Drive  145.4 km

    1. Drive from Ranchi to Dhanbadcar car 145.4 km
    2h 12m
    ₹1,628–2,352

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Ranchi to Dhanbadtaxi taxi 145.4 km
    2h 12m
    ₹2,700–3,300

Ranchi to Dhanbad by train

Calendar74Weekly Trains
Duration4h 15mAverage Duration
Ticket₹160Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 161.6 km
  • Duration: 4h 15m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ranchi to Dhanbad Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, India Tours and Travels operates a bus from Ranchi to Dhanbad every 4 hours, and the journey takes 4h 45m. 27 other operators also service this route.

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