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New Delhi to Ranchi Trains

Q: What classes are available on New Delhi 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.

10 direct trains between New Delhi (NDLS) and Ranchi (RNC) — fastest covers it in 16h 15m, cheapest from ₹310.

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10Total trains

1246km

16h 15mFastest

₹310From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take RNC RAJDHANI (16h 15m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹310. 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
20840	NDLS RNC RAJ EX	16:10	09:05	16h 55m	1A, 2A	Mon, Fri
12454	RNC RAJDHANI	16:10	09:45	17h 35m	1A, 3A	Sat
12818	JHARKHAND EXP	20:45	15:40	18h 55m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Thu, Sat
12826	ANVT RNC SF EXP	08:00	05:15	21h 15m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Wed, Sat
12874	ANVT HTE SF EXP	20:45	18:40	21h 55m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Tue, Wed, Fri
12878	RNC GARIB RATH	16:10	11:30	19h 20m	3A	Tue, Thu, Sun
18310	JAT SBP EXPRESS	06:50	08:15	25h 25m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat
14022	ANVT PRR EXP	05:00	07:20	26h 20m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Thu
02878	ANVT RNC SPL	19:30	19:10	23h 40m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Sun
20408	RNC RAJDHANI	16:10	08:25	16h 15m	1A, 2A	Wed

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from New Delhi to Ranchi?

There are 10 direct trains between New Delhi (NDLS) and Ranchi (RNC).

Which is the fastest train from New Delhi to Ranchi?

RNC RAJDHANI (20408) is the fastest, covering the route in 16h 15m (1246 km).

What is the cheapest fare from New Delhi to Ranchi?

The lowest base fare is ₹310 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from New Delhi 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 New Delhi to Ranchi trains?

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