Rishikesh to Ranchi Distance

The road distance between Rishikesh and Ranchi is approximately 1250+ km, and the drive usually takes around 20 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. If you're travelling by air, Birsa Munda Airport is located in Ranchi. Flying is the fastest way to reach Ranchi, with a total travel time of approximately 8 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.

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Route map showing distance and travel time from Rishikesh, India to Ranchi, India

Via Delhi

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Rishikesh

Delhi

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

9h 10m

₹7,454

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Rishikesh

Delhi

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

8h 39m

₹9,979

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Via Dehradun, Kolkata

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Rishikesh

Dehradun

Kolkata

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

7h 46m

₹18,784

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Rishikesh

Dehradun

Kolkata

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

7h 55m

₹17,868

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Via Aligarh

Rishikesh

Aligarh

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

23h 26m

₹2,539

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Rishikesh

Aligarh

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

22h 19m

₹8,394

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Via Lucknow

CHEAPEST

Rishikesh

Lucknow

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

1d 4h 10m

₹1,598

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Direct Options

Rishikesh

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

20h 9m

₹29,536

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Via Delhi, Patna

Rishikesh

Delhi

Patna

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

11h 25m

₹11,304

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Via Delhi, Giridih

Rishikesh

Delhi

Giridih

Ranchi

Approx Travel Time

12h 18m

₹11,244

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distance between Rishikesh and Ranchi?

The distance between Rishikesh and Ranchi is approximately 1250+ km by road.

What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Rishikesh and Ranchi?

The straight-line distance is approximately 1000+ km.

How long does it take to travel from Rishikesh to Ranchi by road?

It takes around 20 hours by road.

What is the distance from Rishikesh to Ranchi via Delhi?

Via Delhi, the distance is approximately 1200+ km, taking around 9 hours.

Does the distance from Rishikesh to Ranchi change by route?

Yes — the road distance varies from 1250+ km via the direct route to 1200+ km via Delhi, depending on the path taken.

Does travel time between Rishikesh and Ranchi vary by season?

Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.

What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Rishikesh and Ranchi?

The driving distance is 1250+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 1000+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.

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