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

The cheapest way to get from Lucknow to Sarnath is to bus via Alambagh which costs ₹500 - ₹1,600 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lucknow to Sarnath is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,700.

Is there a direct bus between Lucknow and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucknow to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Lucknow and arriving at Varanasi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Lucknow and Sarnath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lucknowjn and arriving at Sarnath. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 35m.

How far is it from Lucknow to Sarnath?

The distance between Lucknow and Sarnath is 299 km. The road distance is 287.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lucknow to Sarnath without a car is to train via Shiupur which takes 4h 20m and costs ₹460 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Lucknow to Sarnath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Sarnath bus from?

Lucknow to Sarnath bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Lucknow station.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Sarnath train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Lucknow to Sarnath?

The best way to get from Lucknow to Sarnath is to train via Shiupur which takes 4h 20m and costs ₹460 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 11m, you could also fly, which costs ₹10,000 - ₹13,000 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Lucknow to Sarnath bus arrive?

Lucknow to Sarnath bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Varanasi station.

Where does the Lucknow to Sarnath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lucknow to Sarnath?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucknow to Sarnath is 287 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Lucknow to Sarnath.

Where can I stay near Sarnath?

There are 1574+ hotels available in Sarnath.

Lucknow to Sarnath - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Lucknow to Sarnath by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train via Shiupur
best
1. Take the train from Lucknow to Shiupurtrain 20402
4h 20m
₹463–1,916
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lucknowjn to Sarnathtrain 15008
12h 35m
₹290–2,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lucknow to Varanasibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper / ...
6h 11m
Drive 287.5 km
1. Drive from Lucknow to Sarnathcar 287.5 km
4h 16m
₹3,223–4,655
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lucknow to Sarnathtaxi 287.5 km
4h 16m
₹4,500–5,500
Fly
1. Fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane LKO - VNS
6h 7m
₹10,032–12,687
Bus via Alambagh
1. Take the bus from Alambagh to Varanasibus
8h 29m
₹528–1,599

Lucknow to Sarnath by train

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12h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 298.9 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Lucknow to Shiupur once daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Lucknow to Varanasi hourly, and the journey takes 6h 1m. Two other operators also service this route.

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