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Ranchi to Howrah Jn Trains

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

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Direct Trains Found
5 Trains
Fastest
7h 10m
Direct Rail Distance
479.4 km
Selected Date
2026-10-03
Showing 5 direct train(s) for 2026-10-03
20898 Vande Bharat Express

Ranchi - Howrah Vande Bharat Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
06:00
RNC • Ranchi
7h 10m
6 halts • 459.5 km
Arrival
13:10
HWH • Howrah Jn
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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12020 Shatabdi Express

Ranchi - Howrah Shatabdi Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
13:45
RNC • Ranchi
7h 35m
7 halts • 419.5 km
Arrival
21:20
HWH • Howrah Jn
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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22892 Superfast Express

Howrah Intercity SF Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
06:55
RNC • Ranchi
8h 20m
11 halts • 459.5 km
Arrival
15:15
HWH • Howrah Jn
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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18616 Mail/Express

Kriya Yoga Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
21:50
RNC • Ranchi
9h 30m
13 halts • 412.8 km
Arrival
07:20 +1 Day
HWH • Howrah Jn
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
18628 Mail/Express

Howrah Intercity Express

MTWTFSS
Departure
05:20
RNC • Ranchi
10h 30m
12 halts • 479.4 km
Arrival
15:50
HWH • Howrah Jn
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 Ranchi (RNC) to Howrah Jn (HWH)?

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 RNC to HWH 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 RNC and HWH?

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.