3h 30m drive via Ranchi → Daltonganj → Betla (NH23 / NH170) · Project Tiger reserve — tigers, elephants, leopards and Palamu Fort.
forest★★★☆☆
NH23 to Daltonganj is reasonable; the last 30 km through the forest is narrow and unlit.
4x4 capability and ground clearance are ideal for forest approach roads.
From ₹3500/day · approx. 13 km/L
Book this car →Excludes parking, food and any additional days. Petrol assumed at ₹100/L.
The road distance from Ranchi to Betla is approximately 160 km via Ranchi → Daltonganj → Betla (NH23 / NH170). The drive takes about 3h 30m in normal traffic.
Driving from Ranchi to Betla takes approximately 3h 30m via Ranchi → Daltonganj → Betla (NH23 / NH170). Add 30–60 minutes during weekend mornings or peak traffic. Road condition: NH23 to Daltonganj is reasonable; the last 30 km through the forest is narrow and unlit.
Toll from Ranchi to Betla is approximately ₹0 one-way and ₹0 for a round trip. Toll rates may change — keep FASTag balance topped up.
Mahindra Thar is the recommended self drive car for Ranchi to Betla. 4x4 capability and ground clearance are ideal for forest approach roads. Available on Drigo from ₹3500/day.
A 1-day round trip from Ranchi to Betla in a Mahindra Thar costs approximately ₹5962 — including ₹3500 self drive rental, ₹2462 fuel (320 km @ 13 km/L) and ₹0 tolls. Excludes parking and food.
Yes. Drigo offers self drive cars in Ranchi from verified local hosts — book online, complete digital KYC and pick up the car for your Betla trip. No driver, no waiting allowance.
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