Ranchi to Patna — 340 km Road Trip

6h 0m drive via Ranchi → Hazaribagh → Barhi → Gaya → Patna (NH33 + NH22) · Patna Sahib Gurudwara, Bihar Museum and Mahatma Gandhi Setu.

Distance
340 km
Drive time
6h 0m
Toll (one-way)
₹280
Fuel (round-trip)
₹4250

Road condition

highway★★★★☆

Mostly 4-lane. Watch the Barhi–Gaya stretch for slower traffic and frequent overtaking.

Recommended car: Hyundai Creta

Highway-tuned ride for an all-day drive through central Bihar.

From ₹1799/day · approx. 16 km/L

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Estimated cost (1-day round trip)

Self-drive rental (1 day)₹1799
Fuel (680 km @ 16 km/L)₹4250
Tolls (round-trip)₹560
Total estimate₹6609

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 Patna by road?

The road distance from Ranchi to Patna is approximately 340 km via Ranchi → Hazaribagh → Barhi → Gaya → Patna (NH33 + NH22). The drive takes about 6h 0m in normal traffic.

How long does the Ranchi to Patna drive take?

Driving from Ranchi to Patna takes approximately 6h 0m via Ranchi → Hazaribagh → Barhi → Gaya → Patna (NH33 + NH22). Add 30–60 minutes during weekend mornings or peak traffic. Road condition: Mostly 4-lane. Watch the Barhi–Gaya stretch for slower traffic and frequent overtaking.

What is the toll cost from Ranchi to Patna?

Toll from Ranchi to Patna is approximately ₹280 one-way and ₹560 for a round trip. Toll rates may change — keep FASTag balance topped up.

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

Hyundai Creta is the recommended self drive car for Ranchi to Patna. Highway-tuned ride for an all-day drive through central Bihar. Available on Drigo from ₹1799/day.

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

A 1-day round trip from Ranchi to Patna in a Hyundai Creta costs approximately ₹6609 — including ₹1799 self drive rental, ₹4250 fuel (680 km @ 16 km/L) and ₹560 tolls. Excludes parking and food.

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

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

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