Ranchi to Kolkata — 430 km Road Trip

8h 0m drive via Ranchi → Tata → Kharagpur → Kolkata (NH33 + NH16) · Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and weekend at the City of Joy.

Distance
430 km
Drive time
8h 0m
Toll (one-way)
₹380
Fuel (round-trip)
₹5375

Road condition

highway★★★★★

NH16 is excellent 6-lane after Kharagpur. Heavy traffic enters near Kona Expressway approach to Kolkata.

Recommended car: Hyundai Creta

Effortless long-haul cruiser — ideal for the 8-hour Ranchi-Kolkata run.

From ₹1799/day · approx. 16 km/L

Book this car → Full route guide →

Estimated cost (1-day round trip)

Self-drive rental (1 day)₹1799
Fuel (860 km @ 16 km/L)₹5375
Tolls (round-trip)₹760
Total estimate₹7934

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

More trips from Ranchi

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Ranchi to Kolkata by road?

The road distance from Ranchi to Kolkata is approximately 430 km via Ranchi → Tata → Kharagpur → Kolkata (NH33 + NH16). The drive takes about 8h 0m in normal traffic.

How long does the Ranchi to Kolkata drive take?

Driving from Ranchi to Kolkata takes approximately 8h 0m via Ranchi → Tata → Kharagpur → Kolkata (NH33 + NH16). Add 30–60 minutes during weekend mornings or peak traffic. Road condition: NH16 is excellent 6-lane after Kharagpur. Heavy traffic enters near Kona Expressway approach to Kolkata.

What is the toll cost from Ranchi to Kolkata?

Toll from Ranchi to Kolkata is approximately ₹380 one-way and ₹760 for a round trip. Toll rates may change — keep FASTag balance topped up.

What is the best self drive car for Ranchi to Kolkata?

Hyundai Creta is the recommended self drive car for Ranchi to Kolkata. Effortless long-haul cruiser — ideal for the 8-hour Ranchi-Kolkata run. Available on Drigo from ₹1799/day.

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

A 1-day round trip from Ranchi to Kolkata in a Hyundai Creta costs approximately ₹7934 — including ₹1799 self drive rental, ₹5375 fuel (860 km @ 16 km/L) and ₹760 tolls. Excludes parking and food.

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

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

Plan your own trip

Use the Drigo Trip Planner to instantly check distance, tolls, fuel cost and the best car for any route from Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Jamshedpur or Dhanbad.