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Ranchi to Golaghat

Updated: March 12, 2024 02:59 PM
Golaghat

Ranchi to Golaghat - Travel Guide

Distance and Travel Time

  • Distance: 950 km
  • Travel Time by Road: 20-22 hours
  • Travel Time by Train: 30-35 hours
  • Travel Time by Flight: 7-8 hours (via Kolkata)

Language and Currency

  • Language: Hindi, English, Assamese
  • Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)

How to Reach Golaghat from Ranchi

By Road

The most convenient way to travel from Ranchi to Golaghat is by road. You can either drive your own vehicle or hire a taxi.

The following route can be taken:

  • Ranchi - Jamshedpur - Kolkata - Asansol - Durgapur - Guwahati - Nagaon - Golaghat

By Train

There is no direct train from Ranchi to Golaghat. However, you can take a train from Ranchi to Guwahati and then connect to a train to Golaghat.

The following train route can be taken:

  • Ranchi - Guwahati - Golaghat

By Flight

There is no direct flight from Ranchi to Golaghat. However, you can take a flight from Ranchi to Kolkata and then connect to a flight to Golaghat.

The following flight route can be taken:

  • Ranchi - Kolkata - Guwahati - Golaghat

Expenses

Mode of Transport Approximate Cost
Road (Taxi) INR 10,000-12,000
Train INR 1,500-2,500 (Ranchi to Guwahati) + INR 500-1,000 (Guwahati to Golaghat)
Flight INR 4,000-6,000 (Ranchi to Kolkata) + INR 2,000-3,000 (Kolkata to Guwahati) + INR 1,000-1,500 (Guwahati to Golaghat)

Best Time to Go

The best time to visit Golaghat is during the winter months (October to March) when the weather is pleasant and dry.

What to Eat

  • Masor Tenga (fish curry)
  • Alu Pitika (mashed potato dish)
  • Khar (bamboo shoot dish)
  • Khaar (dried fish dish)
  • Pitha (rice cake)

Where to Go

  • Kaziranga National Park
  • Nameri National Park
  • Pomajuli Island
  • Umananda Island
  • Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the distance between Ranchi and Golaghat?
The distance between Ranchi and Golaghat is approximately 950 km.
How long does it take to travel from Ranchi to Golaghat?
By road, it takes approximately 20-22 hours. By train, it takes approximately 30-35 hours. By flight, it takes approximately 7-8 hours.
What is the best way to travel from Ranchi to Golaghat?
The most convenient way to travel from Ranchi to Golaghat is by road.
What is the approximate cost of traveling from Ranchi to Golaghat?
The approximate cost of traveling from Ranchi to Golaghat depends on the mode of transport. By road (taxi), it costs approximately INR 10,000-12,000. By train, it costs approximately INR 2,000-3,500. By flight, it costs approximately INR 7,000-10,500.
What is the best time to visit Golaghat?
The best time to visit Golaghat is during the winter months (October to March).

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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