The average train between Varanasi and Lucknow takes 6h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Varanasi to Lucknow. 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 hourly between Varanasi and Lucknow. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Varanasi is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Lucknow at 6:35 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi station and arriving at Lucknow station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 9m.
Varanasi to Lucknow train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Varanasi Jn station.
Varanasi to Lucknow train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Lucknow station.
The distance between Varanasi and Lucknow is 268.5 km. The road distance is 294 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Lucknow hourly. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 4h 10m.
