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

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Pupunki is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹1,600 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Pupunki is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹1,900.

Is there a direct bus between Ranchi and Pupunki?

No, there is no direct bus from Ranchi to Pupunki. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Dhanbad via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ranchi and Pupunki?

No, there is no direct train from Ranchi to Pupunki. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Bokaro Stl City via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Ranchi to Pupunki?

The distance between Ranchi and Pupunki is 132 km. The road distance is 117.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ranchi to Pupunki without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Ranchi to Pupunki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Pupunki bus from?

Ranchi to Pupunki bus services, operated by India Tours and Travels, depart from Ranchi station.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Pupunki train from?

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

Train or bus from Ranchi to Pupunki?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Pupunki is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,700 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Ranchi to Pupunki bus arrive?

Ranchi to Pupunki bus services, operated by India Tours and Travels, arrive at Dhanbad station.

Where does the Ranchi to Pupunki train arrive?

Ranchi to Pupunki train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Bokaro Stl City station.

Can I drive from Ranchi to Pupunki?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Pupunki is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Ranchi to Pupunki.

Where can I stay near Pupunki?

There are 12+ hotels available in Pupunki.

Ranchi to Pupunki - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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1. Take the train from Ranchi to Bokaro Stl Citytrain 12366 / ...
2h 14m
₹508–1,571
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi to Dhanbadbus redbusIndia_A/C Seater Push Back
5h 10m
₹1,073–3,702
Drive 117.5 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Pupunkicar 117.5 km
1h 48m
₹1,316–1,900
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ranchi to Pupunkitaxi 117.5 km
1h 48m
₹2,200–2,700

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Distance: 131.7 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ranchi to Bokaro Stl City hourly. Tickets cost ₹140–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 55m. 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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