Ranchi to Bidhannagar
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Bidhannagar, West Bengal.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Ranchi to Bidhannagar
428 km · ~9h 14m · About 9h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Ranchi
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
128 km · 2h 34m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BidhannagarBidhannagar, West Bengal
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Ranchi to Bidhannagar
428 km · ~9h 31m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Ranchi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Ranchi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Ranchi → Bidhannagar
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~428 km
~9h 31m|Tentative fare ₹470–₹1,250
- Arrive in Bidhannagar
Bidhannagar, West Bengal
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Ranchi to Bidhannagar
Nearest railway stations: Ranchi for Ranchi, Howrah Jn for Bidhannagar.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Transport Options
Ranchi to Bidhannagar: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ranchi to Bidhannagar is about 428 km by road, roughly 8.6 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 428 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,810 · Sedan ₹5,660 · SUV ₹7,430 · Innova / MUV ₹8,330 · Tempo Traveller ₹9,720
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹470 · AC Seater ₹770 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹680 · AC Sleeper ₹980 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,250
- Train: Sleeper ₹290 · Economy ₹460 · Third AC ₹630 · Second AC ₹890 · First AC ₹1,230
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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