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

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Gaya is to train which costs ₹220 - ₹1,700 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Gaya is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,400.

Is there a direct bus between Ranchi and Gaya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ranchi and arriving at Gaya. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Ranchi and Gaya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ranchi and arriving at Gaya Jn. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Ranchi to Gaya?

The distance between Ranchi and Gaya is 314 km. The road distance is 208.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ranchi to Gaya without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,700.

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

The train from Ranchi to Gaya Jn takes 5h 50m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Gaya bus from?

Ranchi to Gaya bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Ranchi station.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Gaya train from?

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

Train or bus from Ranchi to Gaya?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Gaya is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Ranchi to Gaya bus arrive?

Ranchi to Gaya bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Gaya station.

Where does the Ranchi to Gaya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ranchi to Gaya?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Gaya is 208 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ranchi to Gaya.

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

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Where can I stay near Gaya?

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There are 5 ways to get from Ranchi to Gaya by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Gaya Jntrain 12366 / ...
5h 50m
₹220–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi to Gayabus redbusIndia_Tata Non A/C Seater Hitech Pushback / ...
6h 31m
Drive 208.4 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Gayacar 208.4 km
3h 15m
₹2,329–3,364
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ranchi to Gayataxi 208.4 km
3h 15m
₹3,800–4,600
Fly, train
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT)plane IXR - PAT
2. Take the train from Patna Jn to Gaya Jntrain
3h 45m
₹5,718–15,791

Ranchi to Gaya by train

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Distance: 314.3 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ranchi to Gaya Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 50m. Alternatively, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Ranchi to Gaya every 2 hours, and the journey takes 6h 31m.

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