Day trip from Buxar to Ranchi
Ranchi lies 282 km (175 mi) south-east of Buxar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 282 km (175 mi) apart, Ranchi is a realistic day trip from Buxar: about 4 h 36 min each way by road.
| Buxar | Ranchi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 102,861 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 67 m (220 ft) | 643 m (2,110 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
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Common questions
How far is Ranchi from Buxar?
282 km (175 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Buxar; by road roughly 344 km (214 mi).
How long does it take to get from Buxar to Ranchi by road?
About 4 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Buxar 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.