The average train between Ranchi and Rourkela takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Ranchi to Rourkela. 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 every 4 hours between Ranchi and Rourkela. The earliest departure is at 2:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Ranchi is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Rourkela at 3:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ranchi station and arriving at Rourkela station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.
Ranchi to Rourkela train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Hatia station.
Ranchi to Rourkela train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Rourkela station.
The distance between Ranchi and Rourkela is 132.5 km. The road distance is 164 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Hatia to Rourkela every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 55m.