Varanasi → Ranchi
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Uttar Pradesh to Jharkhand · 367 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW DELHI - RANCHI Rajdhani Exp #12440 · Raj |
01:28 | 06:40 | 5h 12m | 1A,2A,3A |
| NEW DELHI - BHUBANESWAR Rajdhani Exp (Via Bokaro) #22824 · Raj |
02:15 | 07:35 | 5h 20m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Jharkhand Sampark Kranti Express #12826 · SKr |
19:20 | 02:15 | 6h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Orissa Sampark Kranti Express #12820 · SKr |
19:26 | 02:24 | 6h 58m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jharkhand Swarna Jayanti Express #12818 · SF |
07:10 | 13:46 | 6h 36m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jallianwalabagh Express #18104 · Exp |
10:10 | 18:36 | 8h 26m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Purushottam SF Express #12802 · SF |
10:40 | 17:16 | 6h 36m | 2A,3A,SL |
| MUMBAI LTT - RANCHI Exp #18610 · Exp |
19:55 | 04:46 | 8h 51m | 2A,3A,SL |
| NEW DELHI - PURI Neelanchal SF Exp #12876 · SF |
20:10 | 04:31 | 8h 21m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Varanasi to Bokaro is approximately 367 km (228 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 414 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Uttar Pradesh 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 Varanasi and Bokaro with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 7 hrs 32 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 Varanasi to Bokaro route. The journey takes approximately 9 hrs 12 min covering ~414 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 Varanasi to Bokaro BusesA road trip from Varanasi to Bokaro covers approximately 414 km and takes around 5 hrs 9 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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