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

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Sarnath is to train which costs ₹410 - ₹3,200 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Sarnath is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹18,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ranchi and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct bus from Ranchi to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Ranchi, Jharkhand and arriving at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ranchi and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct train from Ranchi to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Sarnath via Varanasi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Ranchi to Sarnath?

The distance between Ranchi and Sarnath is 373 km. The road distance is 388.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ranchi to Sarnath without a car is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs ₹410 - ₹3,200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Ranchi to Sarnath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Sarnath bus from?

Ranchi to Sarnath bus services, operated by Rajdhani bus service, depart from Ranchi, Jharkhand station.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Sarnath train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Ranchi to Sarnath?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Sarnath is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹18,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹410 - ₹3,200 and takes 9h 12m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Ranchi to Sarnath bus arrive?

Ranchi to Sarnath bus services, operated by Rajdhani bus service, arrive at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where does the Ranchi to Sarnath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ranchi to Sarnath?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Sarnath is 389 km. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Ranchi to Sarnath.

Where can I stay near Sarnath?

There are 1734+ hotels available in Sarnath.

Ranchi to Sarnath - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane IXR - VNS
5h 9m
₹10,848–17,061
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Varanasi Jntrain 20887 / ...
9h 12m
₹415–3,150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus Ranchi, Jharkhand - Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
9h 40m
Drive 388.9 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Sarnathcar 388.9 km
6h 2m
₹4,363–6,302
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ranchi to Sarnathtaxi 388.9 km
6h 2m
₹7,000–8,500

Ranchi to Sarnath by train

14Weekly Trains

9h 12mAverage Duration

₹415Cheapest Price

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Distance: 373.4 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Express, and Air India Limited fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ranchi to Varanasi Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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