There are 5 ways to get from Ranchi to Guskara by train, taxi, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
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Train via Āsansol
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Take the train from Ranchi to Asansol Jn
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Take the train from Asansol Jn to Barddhaman
Train
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Take the train from Ranchi to Paraj
Taxi
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Take a taxi from Ranchi to Guskara
Drive
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Drive from Ranchi to Guskara
Fly, train
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Fly from Ranchi (IXR) to Kolkata (CCU)
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Take the train from Bidhan Nagar to Guskara
Ranchi to Guskara by train
The train journey time between Ranchi and Guskara is around 9h 8m and covers a distance of around 357 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 9m. Services are operated by Indian Railways. Typically 15 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Guskara is to train via Āsansol which costs ₹370 - ₹2,200 and takes 9h 8m.
The quickest way to get from Ranchi to Guskara is to taxi which costs ₹6,500 - ₹8,000 and takes 4h 31m.
No, there is no direct train from Ranchi to Guskara. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Guskara via Asansol Jn and Barddhaman. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.
The distance between Ranchi and Guskara is 248 km. The road distance is 294.5 km.
The best way to get from Ranchi to Guskara without a car is to train via Āsansol which takes 9h 8m and costs ₹370 - ₹2,200.
It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Ranchi to Guskara, including transfers.
Ranchi to Guskara train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ranchi station.
The quickest flight from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 10m.
Ranchi to Guskara train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Barddhaman station.
Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Guskara is 295 km. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Ranchi to Guskara.

- Distance: 248.3 km
- Duration: 9h 8m
What companies run services between Ranchi, India and Guskara, India?
You can take a train from Ranchi to Guskara via Asansol Jn and Barddhaman in around 9h 8m.

- Website
- goindigo.in
Flights from Ranchi to Kolkata
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- ₹3,200 - ₹11,000

- Website
- helitrans.no
Flights from Ranchi to Kolkata
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- ₹2,600 - ₹9,500

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Ranchi to Asansol Jn
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- ₹160 - ₹900
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹160 - ₹210
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹500 - ₹650
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹650 - ₹900
Train from Asansol Jn to Barddhaman
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ₹120 - ₹700
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹120 - ₹160
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹400 - ₹500
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹550 - ₹700
Train from Ranchi to Paraj
- Ave. Duration
- 11h 11m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹190 - ₹1,100
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹190 - ₹250
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹550 - ₹750
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹800 - ₹1,100
Train from Bidhan Nagar to Guskara
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 9m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹130 - ₹750
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹130 - ₹170
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹420 - ₹550
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹550 - ₹750
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 31m
- Estimated price
- ₹6,500 - ₹8,000
Ranchi Taxi Travels Service
- Phone
- +91 90 31 90 47 82
- Website
- ranchi-taxi-travel-service.business.site
Ranchi Taxi
- Phone
- +91 93 34 16 07 43
- Website
- ranchitaxi.in
Ranchi Cabs
- Phone
- +91 90 06 66 65 49
- Website
- ranchicabs.com
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More Questions & Answers
Helitrans and IndiGo Airlines offer flights from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport.
There are six+ hotels available in Guskara. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.
The best way to get from Ranchi to Ranchi Airport is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ₹350 - ₹420.