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

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Janakpur is to train which costs $4 - $29 and takes 17h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Janakpur is to drive which takes 7h 14m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct train between Ranchi and Janakpur?

No, there is no direct train from Ranchi to Janakpur. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Janakpur via Jaynagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 29m.

How far is it from Ranchi to Janakpur?

The distance between Ranchi and Janakpur is 390 km. The road distance is 476.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ranchi to Janakpur without a car is to train which takes 17h 29m and costs $4 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 8h 8m to get from Ranchi to Janakpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Janakpur train from?

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

Train or fly from Ranchi to Janakpur?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Janakpur is to fly which takes 8h 8m and costs $75 - $450. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $29 and takes 17h 29m.

What is the time difference between Ranchi and Janakpur?

Janakpur is 15 min ahead of Ranchi. It is currently 9:41 PM in Ranchi and 9:56 PM in Janakpur.

Where does the Ranchi to Janakpur train arrive?

Ranchi to Janakpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Jaynagar station.

Can I drive from Ranchi to Janakpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Janakpur is 477 km. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Ranchi to Janakpur.

Where can I stay near Janakpur?

There are 18+ hotels available in Janakpur.

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

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

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Fly to Janakpur Airport
best
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Janakpur Airport (JKR)plane IXR - JKR
8h 8m
$79–444
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Jaynagartrain 18105
17h 29m
$4–29
Drive 476.8 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Janakpurcar 476.8 km
7h 14m
$61–88
Fly to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport, train
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT)plane IXR - PAT
2. Take the train from Patliputra to Jaynagartrain
11h 56m
$64–216
Fly to Tribhuvan International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane IXR - KTM
2. Take the taxi from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Janakpurtaxi
8h 27m
$254–414
Fly to Darbhanga Airport, train
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Darbhanga Airport (DBR)plane IXR - DBR
2. Take the train from Darbhanga Jn to Jaynagartrain
10h 16m
$118–271
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Patnabus Ranchi, Jharkhand - Patna
2. Take the train from Patna Jn to Jaynagartrain 15528 / ...
22h 40m

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

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12h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 389.8 km
Duration: 8h 8m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Buddha Air Ltd, and two other airlines fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Janakpur Airport (JKR) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ranchi to Jaynagar 3 times a week. Tickets cost $3–26 and the journey takes 15h 25m.

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