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

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Katihar is to train via Deoghar which costs ₹440 - ₹3,500 and takes 20h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Katihar is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs ₹19,000 - ₹39,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ranchi and Katihar?

No, there is no direct bus from Ranchi to Katihar. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Purnia via Patna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ranchi and Katihar?

No, there is no direct train from Ranchi to Katihar. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Katihar Jn via Barsoi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 13m.

How far is it from Ranchi to Katihar?

The distance between Ranchi and Katihar is 383 km. The road distance is 502.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ranchi to Katihar without a car is to train which takes 16h 13m and costs ₹440 - ₹3,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Ranchi to Katihar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Katihar bus from?

Ranchi to Katihar bus services, operated by JGD Travels Pvt Ltd., depart from Ranchi station.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Katihar train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Ranchi to Katihar?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Katihar is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs ₹19,000 - ₹39,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹440 - ₹3,500 and takes 16h 13m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 18h 4m.

Where does the Ranchi to Katihar bus arrive?

Ranchi to Katihar bus services, operated by JGD Travels Pvt Ltd., arrive at Patna station.

Where does the Ranchi to Katihar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ranchi to Katihar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Katihar is 503 km. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Ranchi to Katihar.

Where can I stay near Katihar?

There are four+ hotels available in Katihar.

Ranchi to Katihar - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 9 ways to get from Ranchi to Katihar by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly to Purnea Airport
best
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Purnea Airport (PXN)plane IXR - PXN
4h 32m
₹19,098–38,361
Train via Deoghar
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Jasidih Jntrain 13320 / ...
2. Take the train from Jasidih Jn to Katihar Jntrain 28181
20h 5m
₹446–3,413
Train
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Barsoi Jntrain 15661
16h 13m
₹447–3,412
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi to Patnabus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Patna to Purniabus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
18h 4m
Drive 502.7 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Katiharcar 502.7 km
7h 25m
₹5,641–8,148
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ranchi to Katihartaxi 502.7 km
7h 25m
₹10,000–12,000
Fly to Bagdogra Airport, train
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)plane IXR - IXB
2. Take the train from New Jalpaiguri to Katihar Jntrain
10h 9m
₹9,458–18,361
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 Katihar Jntrain
7h 31m
₹5,768–16,371
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ranchi to Dhanbadbus
2. Take the train from Dhanbad Jn to Madhupur Jntrain
3. Take the train from Madhupur Jn to Katihar Jntrain
18h 45m

Ranchi to Katihar by train

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16h 13mAverage Duration

₹447Cheapest Price

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Distance: 382.7 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Star Air fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Purnea Airport (PXN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ranchi to Barsoi Jn once a week. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 13h 20m.

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