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

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station) is to train which costs ₹270 - ₹2,000 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station) is to fly which takes 2h 11m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹13,000.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station). However, there are services departing from Ranchi, Jharkhand and arriving at Belgachia via Amherst Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 6m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station). However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Belgachia via Girish Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

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

The distance between Ranchi and Kolkata (Station) is 344 km. The road distance is 369.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station) without a car is to train which takes 9h 4m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station), including transfers.

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

Ranchi to Kolkata (Station) bus services, operated by Rajdhani Express, depart from Ranchi, Jharkhand station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station) is to fly which takes 2h 11m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹13,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹270 - ₹2,000 and takes 9h 4m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 10h 6m.

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

Ranchi to Kolkata (Station) bus services, operated by Rajdhani Express, arrive at Kolkata, West Bengal station.

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

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

Can I drive from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Kolkata (Station) is 369 km. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station).

Where can I stay near Kolkata (Station)?

There are 1145+ hotels available in Kolkata (Station).

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane IXR - CCU
2h 11m
₹5,871–12,445
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Howrah Jntrain 18616 / ...
9h 4m
₹270–1,975
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Kolkata, West Bengalbus Ranchi, Jharkhand - Kolkata, West Bengal
10h 6m
Drive 369.2 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station)car 369.2 km
5h 40m
₹4,165–6,016
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ranchi to Kolkata (Station)taxi 369.2 km
5h 40m
₹8,000–10,000
Bus via Khejurtala
1. Take the bus from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Howrah, West Bengalbus Ranchi, Jharkhand - Howrah, West Bengal
11h 27m

Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) flights

28Weekly Planes

1h 17mAverage Duration

₹5,827Cheapest Price

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Distance: 343.7 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ranchi to Howrah Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹250–2,000 and the journey takes 8h 35m.

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