The average train between Howrah and Ranchi takes 8h 5m and the fastest train takes 7h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Howrah to Ranchi. 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 Howrah and Ranchi. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Howrah is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Ranchi at 5:40 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah station and arriving at Ranchi station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 8h 5m.
Howrah to Ranchi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Howrah Jn station.
Howrah to Ranchi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ranchi station.
The distance between Howrah and Ranchi is 319.7 km. The road distance is 413 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Ranchi 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹260–2,000 and the journey takes 8h 30m.