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

The cheapest way to get from Sarnath to Lucknow is to bus via Alambagh which costs ₹500 - ₹1,700 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sarnath to Lucknow is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,800.

Is there a direct bus between Sarnath and Lucknow?

No, there is no direct bus from Sarnath to Lucknow. However, there are services departing from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Sarnath and Lucknow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sarnath and arriving at Lucknow City. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 18m.

How far is it from Sarnath to Lucknow?

The distance between Sarnath and Lucknow is 303 km. The road distance is 289.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sarnath to Lucknow without a car is to train via Varanasi Jn which takes 5h 16m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Sarnath to Lucknow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sarnath to Lucknow bus from?

Sarnath to Lucknow bus services, operated by RS Yadav Smart Bus, depart from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where do I catch the Sarnath to Lucknow train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sarnath to Lucknow?

The best way to get from Sarnath to Lucknow is to train via Varanasi Jn which takes 5h 16m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 40m, you could also fly, which costs ₹9,000 - ₹15,000 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Sarnath to Lucknow bus arrive?

Sarnath to Lucknow bus services, operated by RS Yadav Smart Bus, arrive at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where does the Sarnath to Lucknow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sarnath to Lucknow?

Yes, the driving distance between Sarnath to Lucknow is 290 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Sarnath to Lucknow.

Where can I stay near Lucknow?

There are 787+ hotels available in Lucknow.

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

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Train via Varanasi Jn
best
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Lucknowtrain 20401 / ...
5h 16m
₹320–2,549
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sarnath to Lucknow Citytrain 15007
12h 18m
₹280–2,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Lucknow, Uttar Pradeshbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
6h 40m
Drive 289.7 km
1. Drive from Sarnath to Lucknowcar 289.7 km
4h 16m
₹3,291–4,753
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sarnath to Lucknowtaxi 289.7 km
4h 16m
₹4,500–5,500
Fly
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane VNS - LKO
4h 26m
₹9,034–14,636
Bus via Alambagh
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Alambaghbus
8h 4m
₹530–1,649

Sarnath to Lucknow by train

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Distance: 303.4 km
Duration: 5h 16m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Lucknow hourly. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, RS Yadav Smart Bus operates a bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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