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Ranchi to Dhanbad Jn Trains

Q: What classes are available on Ranchi to Dhanbad Jn 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.

22 direct trains between Ranchi (RNC) and Dhanbad Jn (DHN) — fastest covers it in 3h 50m, cheapest from ₹95.

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22Total trains

9Run daily

164km

3h 50mFastest

₹95From (EC)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take SHATABDI EXP (3h 50m). For budget, the EC class on this route starts at ₹95. 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
08895	NITR MDP TOD SPL	21:20	02:15	04h 55m	SL	Sat
17321	VSG JSME EXP	23:00	03:45	04h 45m	2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Sat
18629	RNC GKP EXPRESS	16:50	21:40	04h 50m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Fri
12020	SHATABDI EXP	13:45	17:35	03h 50m	CC, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
13352	ALLP DHN EXPRESS	05:15	10:50	05h 35m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
13403	VANANCHAL EXP	19:10	23:25	04h 15m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
15027	MAURYA EXPRESS	16:25	21:50	05h 25m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
18603	RNC GODA EXP	14:50	19:05	04h 15m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Tue, Thu, Sat
13320	RNC DUMK EXP	12:55	18:05	05h 10m	SL, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
18622	PATALIPUTRA EXP	22:25	03:25	05h 00m	2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
08604	RNC GAYA EXM SPL	23:45	04:50	05h 05m	3A, SL	Sun
18105	ROU JYG EXP	20:10	00:40	04h 30m	2A, 3A, SL	Tue, Thu, Sat
15661	RNC KYQ EXP	20:25	00:40	04h 15m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Wed
17005	HYB RXL EXP	23:00	03:45	04h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Fri
13304	INTERCITY EXP	17:05	21:30	04h 25m	CC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
17007	CHZ DBG EXPRESS	23:00	03:45	04h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Wed, Sun
13426	ST MALDATOWN EX	17:25	22:10	04h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Tue
18403	BBS DHN EXPRESS	06:35	11:00	04h 25m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
18619	INTERCITY EXP	21:05	01:55	04h 50m	1A, 2A, 3A, CC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
13504	HTE BWN MEMU EXP	08:30	16:20	07h 50m		Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
16619	DHN AMRIT BHARAT	22:45	04:00	05h 15m	SL	Sun
17433	TPTY RXL EXP	23:15	03:45	04h 30m	2A, 3A, SL	Tue

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Ranchi to Dhanbad Jn?

There are 22 direct trains between Ranchi (RNC) and Dhanbad Jn (DHN), of which 9 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Ranchi to Dhanbad Jn?

SHATABDI EXP (12020) is the fastest, covering the route in 3h 50m (164 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Ranchi to Dhanbad Jn?

The lowest base fare is ₹95 in EC class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Ranchi to Dhanbad Jn?

Visit Ghumo.Live, 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 Ranchi to Dhanbad Jn trains?

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

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.