Cities Near Ranchi
Cities near Ranchi, India: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Rāmgarh, Lohārdagā, Hazāribāgh. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Ranchi, India is Rāmgarh, about 24 mi (39 km) away — roughly 46 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rāmgarh | 24 mi / 39 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lohārdagā | 40 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hazāribāgh | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bokāro | 51 mi / 82 km | 1 hr 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chās | 58 mi / 93 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chāībāsa | 63 mi / 102 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Puruliya | 67 mi / 108 km | 2 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Jamshedpur | 67 mi / 108 km | 2 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Kātrās | 70 mi / 113 km | 2 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Jharia | 75 mi / 121 km | 1 hr 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Ranchi
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Rāmgarh, Lohārdagā, Hazāribāgh, Bokāro, Chās. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Ranchi include Rāmgarh, Lohārdagā, Hazāribāgh, Bokāro, Chās. The closest is Rāmgarh, about 24 miles (39 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.