Kolkata to Ranchi

Kolkata to Ranchi

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$6
 
 
$17

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Kolkata to Ranchi Schedule

Kolkata to Ranchi Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways CC - AC Chair Class 06:05 - 13:15₹ 1,660
Pammi Travels AC Sleeper 09:00 - 20:00₹ 1,213
Indian Railways CC - AC Chair Class 12:50 - 22:15₹ 1,035
Sri Sai Non-AC Seater 18:55 - 05:25₹ 520
Sri Sai Transport sai Rath AC Seater 21:00 - 05:30₹ 519
Baba Travels Non-AC Seater 22:00 - 06:00₹ 635

Transportation from Kolkata to Ranchi

Facts about the transport from Kolkata to Ranchi

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport4h 55m
Earliest Departure6:05 AM
Latest Departure9:45 PM
Departures per day7
Distance408 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBusYar Arzoo, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Pammi Travels, Royal Cruiser, Shanya Travels, Shivam Travels, Sri Sai Transport sai Rath

Kolkata to Ranchi Destination Reviews

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Friendly staff helping me from the startpunt. In my opinion experienced drivers on the bus. Overall I do recommend this transfer
Bus A/C Semi Sleeper, Royal Cruiser, Oct 1, 2023
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How to get from Kolkata to Ranchi

Travelling between Kolkata and Ranchi is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 16.62 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 5.54.

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

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 11 hours to travel between Kolkata and Ranchi depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Kolkata and Ranchi. Flight will bring you to your destination in 4h 55m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h to reach Ranchi.

How much does it cost to get from Kolkata to Ranchi?

Travelling between Kolkata and Ranchi can be as cheap as USD 5.54 if you opt for a Sri Sai Transport sai Rath bus and as expensive as USD 16.62 if you buy a Pammi Travels Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kolkata and Ranchi ?

  • 7 from Kolkata to Ranchi starting from 19:30 Kolkata until 21:45 Kolkata

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kolkata to Ranchi.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Kolkata to Ranchi overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kolkata and Ranchi

BusYar Arzoo, Pammi Travels, Royal Cruiser, Shanya Travels, Shivam Travels, Sri Sai Transport sai Rath

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kolkata to Ranchi?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 84% took a train
  • 16% opted for a bus