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

The cheapest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi is to bus which costs ₹390 - ₹750 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700.

Is there a direct bus between Lucknow and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alambagh and arriving at Varanasi. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Lucknow and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lucknow and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Lucknow to Varanasi?

The distance between Lucknow and Varanasi is 294 km. The road distance is 287.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700.

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

The train from Lucknow to Varanasi Jn takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Varanasi bus from?

Lucknow to Varanasi bus services, operated by UPSRTC, depart from Alambagh station.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Varanasi train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Lucknow to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹390 - ₹750 and takes 7h, you could also fly, which costs ₹6,500 - ₹14,000 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Lucknow to Varanasi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lucknow to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lucknow to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucknow to Varanasi is 287 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Lucknow to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1798+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Lucknow to Varanasi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Lucknow to Varanasi by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lucknow to Varanasi Jn20402 / ...
4h 10m
₹210–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alambagh to Varanasi
7h
₹390–750
Drive 287.5 km
1. Drive from Lucknow to Varanasi287.5 km
4h 14m
₹3,045–4,398
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lucknow to Varanasi287.5 km
4h 14m
₹3,800–4,600
Fly
1. Fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)LKO - VNS
5h 40m
₹6,877–13,329

Lucknow to Varanasi by train

158Weekly Trains

4h 10mAverage Duration

₹210Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293.6 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Lucknow to Varanasi Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, UPSRTC operates a bus from Alambagh to Varanasi hourly. Tickets cost ₹390–750 and the journey takes 7h.

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