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Gorakhpur Cant to Ranchi Trains

Q: What classes are available on Gorakhpur Cant to Ranchi trains?

Trains on this route offer various classes including Sleeper (SL), Third AC (3A), Second AC (2A), First AC (1A), Chair Car (CC), and more depending on the train.

2 direct trains between Gorakhpur Cant (GKC) and Ranchi (RNC) — fastest covers it in 18h 25m, cheapest from ₹435.

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2Total trains

1Run daily

784km

18h 25mFastest

₹435From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take GKP RNC EXP (18h 25m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹435. Premium-class travellers should book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks; sleeper-class WL on this corridor often clears in the chart.

Train No.	Train Name	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Classes	Runs On
18630	GKP RNC EXP	15:05	09:30	18h 25m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Sat
15028	MAURYA EXPRESS	07:15	06:30	23h 15m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Gorakhpur Cant to Ranchi?

There are 2 direct trains between Gorakhpur Cant (GKC) and Ranchi (RNC), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Gorakhpur Cant to Ranchi?

GKP RNC EXP (18630) is the fastest, covering the route in 18h 25m (784 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Gorakhpur Cant to Ranchi?

The lowest base fare is ₹435 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Gorakhpur Cant to Ranchi?

Visit Ghumo, select your travel date, and view real-time CNF/RAC/WL availability for all classes (SL, 3A, 2A, 1A, CC, EC) and quotas (GN, TQ, PT). The arrow buttons (‹ ›) flip dates without re-running the search.

What classes are available on Gorakhpur Cant to Ranchi trains?

Available classes on this route: 1A, 2A, 3A, SL.

When should I book to get a confirmed ticket?

For premium classes (1A/2A/3A) on this route, book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks. For Sleeper, mid-week travel typically clears WL in the chart even when booked 2–3 weeks ahead. Use Waitlist Prediction to get specific odds for your train and date.