Ranchi to Gaya by train
Gaya lies 165 km (102 mi) north of Ranchi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 9 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 201 km (125 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ranchi | Gaya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.1 million | 474,093 |
| Elevation | 643 m (2,110 ft) | 117 m (384 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Ranchi Junction railway station, Hatia railway station, Namkom railway station | Gaya Junction railway station |
Where to book trains from Ranchi to Gaya
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Staying in Gaya
Our booking partner lists 135 places to stay in Gaya. Of the 102 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (64), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 1,253 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Gaya from Ranchi?
165 km (102 mi) in a straight line, north of Ranchi; by road roughly 201 km (125 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ranchi to Gaya by train?
About 3 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ranchi and Gaya?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Gaya?
Our booking partner lists 135 places to stay in Gaya, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.