The average train between Arrah and Dhanbad takes 8h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Arrah to Dhanbad. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Arrah and Dhanbad. The earliest departure is at 4:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Arrah is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Dhanbad at 5:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Patna Jn and take an average of 8h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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9h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Arrah to Dhanbad? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arrah to Dhanbad. However, there are services departing from Ara station and arriving at Dhanbad Jn station via Patna Jn station and Gaya Jn station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.
Arrah to Dhanbad train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ara station.
Arrah to Dhanbad train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Dhanbad Jn station.
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The distance between Arrah and Dhanbad is 264.8 km. The road distance is 333 km.
You can take a train from Ara to Dhanbad Jn via Patna Jn and Gaya Jn in around 6h 46m.