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Howrah Jn to Ranchi Trains

Direct train timetable, running schedule, and 60-day ARP ticket booking opening dates from HWH to RNC.

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Direct Trains Found
5 Trains
Fastest
7h 10m
Direct Rail Distance
482.4 km
Selected Date
2026-10-03
Showing 5 direct train(s) for 2026-10-03
12019 Shatabdi Express

Howrah - Ranchi Shatabdi Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
06:05
HWH • Howrah Jn
7h 10m
7 halts • 422.6 km
Arrival
13:15
RNC • Ranchi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
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20897 Vande Bharat Express

Howrah - Ranchi Vande Bharat Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
14:35
HWH • Howrah Jn
7h 25m
6 halts • 462.5 km
Arrival
22:00
RNC • Ranchi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
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22891 Superfast Express

Ranchi Intercity SF Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
12:50
HWH • Howrah Jn
8h 24m
11 halts • 462.5 km
Arrival
21:14
RNC • Ranchi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
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18615 Mail/Express

Kriya Yoga Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
21:10
HWH • Howrah Jn
8h 30m
14 halts • 415.8 km
Arrival
05:40 +1 Day
RNC • Ranchi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
View Route & Halts Booking Date & Reminders
18627 Mail/Express

Ranchi Intercity Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
12:50
HWH • Howrah Jn
10h 05m
12 halts • 482.4 km
Arrival
22:55
RNC • Ranchi
Runs on selected journey date (2026-10-03).
60-Day ARP Booking Opens:
2026-08-04 at 08:00 AM IST Window Open
Tatkal AC: 2026-10-02 at 10:00 AM IST • Tatkal Non-AC: 2026-10-02 at 11:00 AM IST
View Route & Halts Booking Date & Reminders

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the fastest train running from Howrah Jn (HWH) to Ranchi (RNC)?

The fastest train on this corridor is highlighted in the summary card above. You can also sort the train list by 'Fastest Journey' to see options with the shortest travel duration.

When does IRCTC ticket booking open for HWH to RNC trains?

General 60-day Advance Reservation Period (ARP) booking opens 60 calendar days before the train's originating station departure date at 08:00 AM IST. Each train card shows the exact opening date.

What are the Tatkal booking timings for trains between HWH and RNC?

Tatkal ticket booking opens 1 day prior to origin departure: AC classes open at 10:00 AM IST, and Non-AC classes (Sleeper) open at 11:00 AM IST.