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Howrah Jn to Ranchi Trains

Q: What classes are available on Howrah Jn 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.

6 direct trains between Howrah Jn (HWH) and Ranchi (RNC) — fastest covers it in 7h 10m, cheapest from ₹190.

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6Total trains

1Run daily

416km

7h 10mFastest

₹190From (2S)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take SHATABDI EXP (7h 10m). For budget, the 2S class on this route starts at ₹190. 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
12019	SHATABDI EXP	06:05	13:15	07h 10m	CC, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
08611	SRC AII SPL	19:00	03:50	08h 50m	3A, SL	Mon
18615	KRIYA YOGA EXP	21:10	05:40	08h 30m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
18627	INTERCITY EXP	12:50	22:55	10h 05m	3A, 2S, CC, EV	Mon, Tue, Sun
22891	HWH RNC SUF EXP	12:50	21:14	08h 24m	3A, 3E, SL, EC	Wed, Thu, Sat
20897	VANDE BHARAT EXP	14:35	22:00	07h 25m	CC, EC	Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Howrah Jn to Ranchi?

There are 6 direct trains between Howrah Jn (HWH) and Ranchi (RNC), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Howrah Jn to Ranchi?

SHATABDI EXP (12019) is the fastest, covering the route in 7h 10m (416 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Howrah Jn to Ranchi?

The lowest base fare is ₹190 in 2S class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Howrah Jn 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 Howrah Jn to Ranchi trains?

Available classes on this route: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL, 2S, CC, EC, EV.

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.