Ranchi to Durgapur
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Durgapur, 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 Durgapur
268 km · ~5h 42m · About 5h 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 & refuel near PuruliaAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
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 Durgapur
268 km · ~5h 57m · 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 → Durgapur
AC Seater / Volvo · ~268 km
~5h 57m|Tentative fare ₹290–₹800
Usual tea / meal halts: Adra (~170 km)
- Arrive in Durgapur
Durgapur, 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 Durgapur
Nearest railway stations: Ranchi for Ranchi, Durgapur for Durgapur.
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 Durgapur: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ranchi to Durgapur is about 268 km by road, roughly 5.4 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 268 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,050 · Sedan ₹3,580 · SUV ₹4,710 · Innova / MUV ₹5,290 · Tempo Traveller ₹6,200
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹290 · AC Seater ₹480 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹430 · AC Sleeper ₹620 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹800
- Train: Sleeper ₹190 · Economy ₹300 · Third AC ₹410 · Second AC ₹570 · First AC ₹780
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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