The average train between Dhanbad and Arrah takes 7h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Dhanbad to Arrah. 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 4 times a day between Dhanbad and Arrah. The earliest departure is at 3:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Dhanbad is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Arrah at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Gaya Jn and take an average of 7h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 18m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dhanbad to Arrah? 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 Dhanbad to Arrah. However, there are services departing from Dhanbad station and arriving at Arrah station via Gaya Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.
Dhanbad to Arrah train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Dhanbad Jn station.
Dhanbad to Arrah train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ara station.
The distance between Dhanbad and Arrah is 264.8 km. The road distance is 340 km.
You can take a train from Dhanbad Jn to Ara via Gaya Jn and Patna Jn in around 6h 27m.