Driving from Ambikāpur to Ranchi
Ranchi lies 217 km (135 mi) east of Ambikāpur, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 19 min without stops, over roughly 265 km (165 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Ambikāpur | Ranchi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 121,071 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 603 m (1,978 ft) | 643 m (2,110 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
Where to book car hire from Ambikāpur to Ranchi
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Staying in Ranchi
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Common questions
How far is Ranchi from Ambikāpur?
217 km (135 mi) in a straight line, east of Ambikāpur; by road roughly 265 km (165 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ambikāpur to Ranchi by car?
About 3 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ambikāpur and Ranchi?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.