Kolkata → Ranchi
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West Bengal to Jharkhand · 257 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howrah-Ranchi Shatabdi Express #12019 · Shtb |
06:05 | 10:57 | 4h 52m | 1A,CC |
| BHUBANESWAR - NEW DELHI RAJDHANI Express #22823 · Raj |
14:05 | 19:10 | 5h 05m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Orissa Sampark Kranti Express #12819 · SKr |
21:15 | 01:43 | 4h 28m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Purushottam SF Express #12801 · SF |
04:40 | 09:32 | 4h 52m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Ranchi InterCity Express #18627 · Exp |
14:15 | 19:50 | 5h 35m | CC |
| PURI - NEW DELHI Neelanchal SF Exp #12875 · SF |
17:35 | 23:15 | 5h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kolkata Shalimar-Haridwar Puja Special #08043 · Exp |
19:00 | 00:20 | 5h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Kolkata to Bokaro is approximately 257 km (160 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 306 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting West Bengal to Jharkhand.
Bokaro does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Ranchi (IXR). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Kolkata and Bokaro with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 34 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Kolkata to Bokaro route. The journey takes approximately 6 hrs 48 min covering ~306 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Kolkata to Bokaro BusesA road trip from Kolkata to Bokaro covers approximately 306 km and takes around 4 hrs 18 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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