Day trip from Ranchi to Ambikāpur
Ambikāpur lies 217 km (135 mi) west of Ranchi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 217 km (135 mi) apart, Ambikāpur is a realistic day trip from Ranchi: about 3 h 32 min each way by road.
| Ranchi | Ambikāpur | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.1 million | 121,071 |
| Elevation | 643 m (2,110 ft) | 603 m (1,978 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
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Staying in Ambikāpur
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Common questions
How far is Ambikāpur from Ranchi?
217 km (135 mi) in a straight line, west of Ranchi; by road roughly 265 km (165 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ranchi to Ambikāpur by road?
About 3 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ranchi and Ambikāpur?
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.