What is the cheapest way to get from Kanpur to Lucknow?

The cheapest way to get from Kanpur to Lucknow is to bus which costs ₹150 - ₹290 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kanpur to Lucknow?

The fastest way to get from Kanpur to Lucknow is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs ₹800 - ₹1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Kanpur and Lucknow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jhakarkati Bus Station station and arriving at Alambagh. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Kanpur and Lucknow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kanpur Central and arriving at Lucknow. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Kanpur to Lucknow?

The distance between Kanpur and Lucknow is 72 km. The road distance is 77.4 km.

How do I travel from Kanpur to Lucknow without a car?

The best way to get from Kanpur to Lucknow without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ₹130 - ₹1,100.

How long does it take to get from Kanpur to Lucknow?

The train from Kanpur Central to Lucknow takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kanpur to Lucknow bus from?

Kanpur to Lucknow bus services, operated by UPSRTC, depart from Jhakarkati Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kanpur to Lucknow train from?

Kanpur to Lucknow train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanpur Central station.

Train or bus from Kanpur to Lucknow?

The best way to get from Kanpur to Lucknow is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ₹130 - ₹1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹150 - ₹290 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Kanpur to Lucknow bus arrive?

Kanpur to Lucknow bus services, operated by UPSRTC, arrive at Alambagh station.

Where does the Kanpur to Lucknow train arrive?

Kanpur to Lucknow train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Lucknow station.

Can I drive from Kanpur to Lucknow?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanpur to Lucknow is 77 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Kanpur to Lucknow.

Where can I stay near Lucknow?

There are 854+ hotels available in Lucknow.

Can I share a ride from Kanpur to Lucknow?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Kanpur and Lucknow. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Kanpur to Lucknow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kanpur to Lucknow by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Lucknowtrain 14124 / ...
1h 30m
₹130–1,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jhakarkati Bus Station to Alambaghbus Ordinary / ...
1h 58m
₹150–290
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Kanpur to Lucknowrideshare 81.7 km
1h 33m
₹390
Drive 77.4 km
1. Drive from Kanpur to Lucknowcar 77.4 km
1h 9m
₹832–1,201
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kanpur to Lucknowtaxi 77.4 km
1h 9m
₹950–1,200

Kanpur to Lucknow by train

146Weekly Trains

1h 30mAverage Duration

₹130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 72 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Kanpur, India and Lucknow, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanpur Central to Lucknow hourly. Tickets cost ₹130–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, UPSRTC operates a bus from Jhakarkati Bus Station to Alambagh every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹150–290 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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