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Ranchi to Coimbatore

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.

2121 kmDistance
42.4 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹81,220
Ertiga₹1,03,490
Innova₹1,07,944
Innova Crysta₹1,32,965
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,83,664

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,330
AC Seater₹3,820
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,390
AC Sleeper₹4,880
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹5,990
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Train
Sleeper₹1,300
Economy₹2,150
Third AC₹3,000
Second AC₹4,270
First AC₹5,970
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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 Coimbatore

2121 km · ~45h 45m · About 42h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Ranchi

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 300

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  4. 124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 424

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 574

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 724

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  7. 124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 848

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 998

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1148

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  10. 124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1273

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1423

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1573

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  13. 124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1697

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1847

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1997

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  16. 124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Coimbatore

    Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

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 Coimbatore

2121 km · ~47h 9m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. 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.

  2. Ranchi → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~707 km

    ~15h 43m|Tentative fare ₹780–₹2,030

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 707)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Coimbatore. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → change point 2

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~707 km

    ~15h 43m|Tentative fare ₹780–₹2,030

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1414)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Coimbatore. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  6. change point 2 → Coimbatore

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~707 km

    ~15h 43m|Tentative fare ₹780–₹2,030

  7. Arrive in Coimbatore

    Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

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 Coimbatore

Nearest railway stations: Ranchi for Ranchi, Coimbatore North for Coimbatore.

Direct trains

DHANBAD - ALAPPUZHA Exp#13351 · Express
03:25 PMHatia
44h 37m328 stops
12:02 PM+2dCoimbatore North

Other options with a change

1 change · 41h 5m in total

HATIA - YESVANTPUR SF Exp#12835 · Superfast
06:20 PMHatia
14h 15m89 stops
08:35 AM+1dVizianagram Jn

Change trains at Vizianagram Jn — about 4h 30m wait

Shalimar-Nagercoil Gurudev Express#12660 · Superfast
01:05 PMVizianagram Jn
22h 20m189 stops
11:25 AM+1dCoimbatore Jn

1 change · 42h 15m in total

HATIA - YESVANTPUR SF Exp#12835 · Superfast
06:20 PMHatia
15h 17m96 stops
09:37 AM+1dSimhachalam

Change trains at Simhachalam — about 4h 34m wait

Patna - Ernakulam Express#16310 · Express
02:11 PMSimhachalam
22h 24m222 stops
12:35 PM+1dCoimbatore Jn

1 change · 42h 15m in total

HATIA - YESVANTPUR SF Exp#12835 · Superfast
06:20 PMHatia
15h 20m97 stops
09:40 AM+1dMarripalem

Change trains at Marripalem — about 5h 4m wait

Shalimar Tiruvananthapuram Express#16324 · Express
02:44 PMMarripalem
21h 51m219 stops
12:35 PM+1dCoimbatore Jn

Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.

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.

Ranchi to Coimbatore: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Ranchi to Coimbatore is about 2121 km by road, roughly 42.4 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2121 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹81,220 · Ertiga ₹1,03,490 · Innova ₹1,07,944 · Innova Crysta ₹1,32,965 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,83,664
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,330 · AC Seater ₹3,820 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,390 · AC Sleeper ₹4,880 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹5,990
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,300 · Economy ₹2,150 · Third AC ₹3,000 · Second AC ₹4,270 · First AC ₹5,970

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Ranchi to Coimbatore. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Jharsuguda280 km from Ranchi

    Odisha

  2. Jagdalpur765 km from Ranchi

    Chhattisgarh

  3. Vijayawada1180 km from Ranchi

    Andhra Pradesh

  4. Guntur1220 km from Ranchi

    Andhra Pradesh

  5. Kolar1775 km from Ranchi

    Karnataka

  6. Hogenakkal1925 km from Ranchi

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Things to Do in Coimbatore

Explore Perur Pateeswarar Temple

Admire the intricate stone carvings and the majestic gopuram of this ancient Shiva temple on the banks of the Noyyal. Participate in the morning pujas for a serene…

2-3 hours

Visit Marudamalai Temple

Drive up the hill to this Murugan temple, known for its peaceful ambiance and panoramic views. Climb the steps for a more immersive experience, especially during sunset.

2-3 hours

Meditate at Isha Yoga Center

Spend time at the Isha Yoga Center, exploring the Adiyogi statue and the Dhyanalinga. Attend a guided meditation session to deepen your spiritual practice.

Half day

Relax at VOC Park and Zoo

Enjoy a leisurely stroll in this central park, which also houses a small zoo and a toy train for children. It's a perfect spot for families to unwind.

1-2 hours

Shop for Textiles

Explore the textile markets in areas like R.S. Puram and Gandhipuram, where you can find high-quality cotton fabrics, sarees, and traditional wear.

2-3 hours

Day Trip to Nilgiri Hills

Use Coimbatore as a base to plan a day trip to Ooty or Coonoor, enjoying the scenic drive through tea plantations and misty mountains.

Full day

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Suggested Coimbatore Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit Perur Pateeswarar Temple and admire its intricate carvings
  • Climb Marudamalai Temple for panoramic views and Murugan blessings
  • Explore the Isha Yoga Center and the 112-foot Adiyogi Shiva statue

Day 2Day 2

  • Scenic drive through the Nilgiri hills
  • Stop at tea estates and viewpoints
  • Visit Dodabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris

Day 3Day 3

  • Morning visit to the Rose Garden
  • Explore Ooty's colonial-era buildings and local markets
  • Optional toy train ride to Coonoor (not in Coimbatore)
Full 3-day itinerary →

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Coimbatore trip and see the full Ranchi → Coimbatore → next stop route.

Coimbatore → Coonoor

About 55 km by road

Coimbatore → Palakkad

About 55 km by road

Coimbatore → Koduvayur

About 65 km by road

Coimbatore → Ooty

About 70 km by road

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