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

The cheapest way to get from Prayagraj to Lucknow is to bus which costs ₹300 - ₹750 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Prayagraj to Lucknow is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,200.

Is there a direct bus between Prayagraj and Lucknow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prayagraj and arriving at Alambagh. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Prayagraj and Lucknow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Prayagraj Jn and arriving at Lucknow. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Prayagraj to Lucknow?

The distance between Prayagraj and Lucknow is 201 km. The road distance is 201.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Prayagraj to Lucknow without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400.

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

The train from Prayagraj Jn to Lucknow takes 3h including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Prayagraj to Lucknow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prayagraj to Lucknow train from?

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

Train or bus from Prayagraj to Lucknow?

The best way to get from Prayagraj to Lucknow is to train which takes 3h and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹300 - ₹750 and takes 8h.

Where does the Prayagraj to Lucknow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prayagraj to Lucknow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prayagraj to Lucknow?

Yes, the driving distance between Prayagraj to Lucknow is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Prayagraj to Lucknow.

Where can I stay near Lucknow?

There are 683+ hotels available in Lucknow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Prayagraj to Lucknow by train, bus, 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 Prayagraj Jn to Lucknowtrain 12539 / ...
3h
₹180–1,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Prayagraj to Alambaghbus Janrath 2X3 / ...
8h
₹300–750
Drive 201.7 km
1. Drive from Prayagraj to Lucknowcar 201.7 km
2h 56m
₹2,180–3,149
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prayagraj to Lucknowtaxi 201.7 km
2h 56m
₹3,100–3,800
Train via Kanpur
1. Take the train from Prayagraj Jn to Kanpur Centraltrain 12309 / ...
2. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Lucknowtrain 14124 / ...
4h 7m
₹308–2,458

Prayagraj to Lucknow by train

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Distance: 201.3 km
Duration: 3h

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Prayagraj Jn to Lucknow twice daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, UPSRTC operates a bus from Prayagraj to Alambagh every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₹300–750 and the journey takes 8h.

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