The average train between Lucknow and Purnia takes 19h 15m and the fastest train takes 16h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Lucknow to Purnia. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Lucknow and Purnia. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lucknow is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Purnia at 7:08 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 19h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Arrives next day

16h 33m • 1 change
Arrives next day

19h 23m • 1 change
Arrives next day

19h 58m • 1 change
Arrives next day

16h 33m • 1 change
Arrives next day

16h 3m • 1 change
Arrives next day

22h 50m • 1 change
Arrives next day

20h 33m • 1 change
Arrives next day

19h 48m • 1 change
Arrives next day

21h 40m • 1 change
Arrives next day

16h 33m • 1 change
Arrives next day

19h 23m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Lucknow to Purnia? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lucknow to Purnia. However, there are services departing from Lucknow station and arriving at Purnia station via Katihar Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 15m.
Lucknow to Purnia train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Lucknow station.
Lucknow to Purnia train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Katihar Jn station.
The distance between Lucknow and Purnia is 663.5 km. The road distance is 874 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Lucknow to Katihar Jn 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹420–3,200 and the journey takes 19h 20m.