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Ranchi to Patna Jn Trains

Q: What classes are available on Ranchi to Patna 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.

9 direct trains between Ranchi (RNC) and Patna Jn (PNBE) — fastest covers it in 5h 55m, cheapest from ₹165.

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9Total trains

5Run daily

378km

5h 55mFastest

₹165From (EC)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take VANDE BHARAT EXP (5h 55m). For budget, the EC class on this route starts at ₹165. 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
18629	RNC GKP EXPRESS	16:50	04:53	12h 03m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Fri
15027	MAURYA EXPRESS	16:25	09:40	17h 15m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
18622	PATALIPUTRA EXP	22:25	13:35	15h 10m	2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
18624	HTE IPR EXP	19:35	06:18	10h 43m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
18626	HTE PRNC EXP	06:05	15:08	09h 03m	2A, 3A, 3E, SL, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
03254	CHZ PNBE SPL	01:45	11:30	09h 45m	3A, 3E, SL	Fri
03255	CHZ PNBE SPL	23:45	09:30	09h 45m	3A, SL	Sat
12366	PNBE JANSHATBDI	14:25	22:30	08h 05m	SL, EC	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
22350	VANDE BHARAT EXP	16:15	22:10	05h 55m	CC, EC	Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Ranchi to Patna Jn?

There are 9 direct trains between Ranchi (RNC) and Patna Jn (PNBE), of which 5 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Ranchi to Patna Jn?

VANDE BHARAT EXP (22350) is the fastest, covering the route in 5h 55m (378 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Ranchi to Patna Jn?

The lowest base fare is ₹165 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 Patna Jn?

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 Ranchi to Patna 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.