Ranchi to Bodh Gaya — 230 km Road Trip

4h 45m drive via Ranchi → Hazaribagh → Barhi → Gaya → Bodh Gaya (NH33 + NH22) · Mahabodhi Temple — UNESCO site where Buddha attained enlightenment.

Distance
230 km
Drive time
4h 45m
Toll (one-way)
₹220
Fuel (round-trip)
₹2875

Road condition

highway★★★★☆

Same route as Gaya plus 12 km local connector. Easy 4-lane drive overall.

Recommended car: Hyundai Creta

Long pilgrimage drive — Creta's quiet cabin pays off.

From ₹1799/day · approx. 16 km/L

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Estimated cost (1-day round trip)

Self-drive rental (1 day)₹1799
Fuel (460 km @ 16 km/L)₹2875
Tolls (round-trip)₹440
Total estimate₹5114

Excludes parking, food and any additional days. Petrol assumed at ₹100/L.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Ranchi to Bodh Gaya by road?

The road distance from Ranchi to Bodh Gaya is approximately 230 km via Ranchi → Hazaribagh → Barhi → Gaya → Bodh Gaya (NH33 + NH22). The drive takes about 4h 45m in normal traffic.

How long does the Ranchi to Bodh Gaya drive take?

Driving from Ranchi to Bodh Gaya takes approximately 4h 45m via Ranchi → Hazaribagh → Barhi → Gaya → Bodh Gaya (NH33 + NH22). Add 30–60 minutes during weekend mornings or peak traffic. Road condition: Same route as Gaya plus 12 km local connector. Easy 4-lane drive overall.

What is the toll cost from Ranchi to Bodh Gaya?

Toll from Ranchi to Bodh Gaya is approximately ₹220 one-way and ₹440 for a round trip. Toll rates may change — keep FASTag balance topped up.

What is the best self drive car for Ranchi to Bodh Gaya?

Hyundai Creta is the recommended self drive car for Ranchi to Bodh Gaya. Long pilgrimage drive — Creta's quiet cabin pays off. Available on Drigo from ₹1799/day.

What is the total cost of a Ranchi to Bodh Gaya road trip?

A 1-day round trip from Ranchi to Bodh Gaya in a Hyundai Creta costs approximately ₹5114 — including ₹1799 self drive rental, ₹2875 fuel (460 km @ 16 km/L) and ₹440 tolls. Excludes parking and food.

Can I rent a self drive car in Ranchi for the trip to Bodh Gaya?

Yes. Drigo offers self drive cars in Ranchi from verified local hosts — book online, complete digital KYC and pick up the car for your Bodh Gaya trip. No driver, no waiting allowance.

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