Private train between Howrah and Ranchi time table, route, frequency and fare

Private train between Howrah and Ranchi time table, route, frequency, train no., and fare

Private train between Howrah and Ranchi

Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Passenger Train Operations Project Indicative Routes Howrah and Ranchi

Private train will leave Howrah at 0530 hrs Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and arrive Ranchi at 1220 hrs and train running time between the station 6:50 hrs

Private train will leave Ranchi at 1305 hrs Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and arrive Howrah at 1955 hrs and train running time between the station 6:50 hrs

Distance between Howrah and Ranchi Railway Station is 461 Kilometer

Frequency per week: Tri Weekly

There is currently no active private (PPP) train service between Howrah and Ranchi—any such route shown under IRCTC’s private train initiative remains purely indicative and not operational.

Confirmed Indian Railways Services: Howrah ↔ Ranchi

1. Howrah–Ranchi Vande Bharat Express (20897 / 20898)

  • Frequency: 6 days a week (not on Tuesdays)
  • Departure (Howrah): 14:35
  • Arrival (Ranchi): 22:00 — ~7 h 25 m
  • Stops: 6 — Kharagpur, Tatanagar, Chandil, Purulia, Kotshila, Muri
  • Classes: AC Chair Car (CC) and Executive Chair Car (EC)
  • Features: Wi-Fi, infotainment, on-board catering, Kavach safety system

Fare Highlights:

  • AC Chair Car (CC): ₹1,320
  • Executive Chair Car (EC): ₹2,395

2. Howrah–Ranchi Shatabdi Express (12019 / 12020)

  • Frequency: 6 days a week (not on Sundays)
  • Journey Time: ~7 hours 10 minutes
  • Classes: Executive Chair Car (EC), AC Chair Car (CC) — seating only
  • Catering: Included, along with standard Shatabdi amenities

Approximate Fare:

  • CC: ₹650 (+₹200 catering)
  • EC: ₹1,420 (+₹245 catering)

3. Howrah–Ranchi Intercity Superfast Express (22891 / 22892)

  • Frequency: Tri-weekly
  • Duration: ~8 hours 5 minutes
  • Classes: AC Chair Car, Second Sitting (2S), AC 3 Tier; seating only
  • Features: On-board and e-catering available

Fare Estimates (Approx.):

  • CC: ₹660
  • 3A: ₹800
  • 2S: ₹185

Summary Table

Train Duration Frequency Classes Fare (Indicative)
Vande Bharat Express ~7h 25m 6 days/week CC / EC CC ₹1,320 • EC ₹2,395
Shatabdi Express ~7h 10m 6 days/week CC / EC CC ₹650 + ₹200 (catering) • EC ₹1,420 + ₹245
Intercity SF Express ~8h 5m Tri-weekly CC / 3A / 2S CC ₹660 • 3A ₹800 • 2S ₹185

Recommendation

  • For the fastest and most premium ride, choose the Vande Bharat Express—modern comfort with great speed.
  • If consistent daily schedules and meals are a priority, the Shatabdi Express is a solid alternative.
  • For more affordable travel with varied coach classes, the Intercity Superfast Express offers flexibility, though on select days.

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