Ranchi to Giridih
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Giridih, Jharkhand.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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 Giridih
178 km · ~3h 34m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Ranchi
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
178 km · 3h 34m drive from previous stop
Arrive in GiridihGiridih, Jharkhand
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 Giridih
178 km · ~3h 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 → Giridih
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~178 km
~3h 57m|Tentative fare ₹200–₹550
- Arrive in Giridih
Giridih, Jharkhand
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 Giridih
Nearest railway stations: Ranchi for Ranchi, Giridih for Giridih.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 9h 5m in total
Change trains at Madhupur Jn — about 1h 12m wait
1 change · 11h 35m in total
Change trains at Madhupur Jn — about 2h 50m wait
1 change · 12h 50m in total
Change trains at Madhupur Jn — about 5h 34m wait
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 Giridih: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ranchi to Giridih is about 178 km by road, roughly 3.6 hours of travel time. The road passes near Ramgarh.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 178 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,169 · Ertiga ₹7,851 · Innova ₹8,187 · Innova Crysta ₹10,095 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,907
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹200 · AC Seater ₹320 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹280 · AC Sleeper ₹410 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹550
- Train: Sleeper ₹140 · Economy ₹210 · Third AC ₹280 · Second AC ₹390 · First AC ₹530
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Giridih.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Ranchi to Giridih. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Ramgarh45 km from Ranchi
- Parasnath Hills140 km from Ranchi
Hotels in Giridih
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Things to Do in Giridih
Khandoli Reservoir
10 km from Giridh, it is a water reservoir, one of the best sites for water-related adventure sports and bird watching. A water reservoir some 10 km North-East of…
Harihar Dham
This is a famous Shivlinga temple. A small hamlet about 60 km South-west of Giridih district headquarter under Bagodar Block possesses the largest Shiva Linga of India.
Langta Baba Samadhi Sthal
Langta baba was a saint of the locality, and is worshiped like a god. Offering chadar to his samadhi is a ritual followed here.
Surya Temple
This is a nice and beautiful temple built in the middle of a lake in the shape of a lotus flower.
Sri Kabir Gyan Mandir
An institution which spreads the message of Sant Kabir and Sanatan Dharma. It has beautiful temple Guru Govind Dham and Kabir Gyan Darshan with murals and paintings…
Usri Falls
14 km away from Giridh, Three Wheeler Autorickshaws are available as the main local transport here.A famous picnic spot situated about 14 km east of Giridih town Amidst…
Suggested Giridih Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Giridih
- Travel from Ranchi to Giridih (about 3.6 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Khandoli Dam
Day 2Explore Giridih
- Visit Usri Falls
- Visit Khandoli Reservoir
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Sri Kabir Gyan Mandir
- Head back to Ranchi
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Giridih trip and see the full Ranchi → Giridih → next stop route.
Giridih → Parasnath Hills
About 40 km by road
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