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

The cheapest way to get from Shimla to Lucknow is to bus which costs ₹600 - ₹2,500 and takes 24h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimla to Lucknow is to bus and fly which takes 5h 11m and costs ₹4,800 - ₹9,500.

Is there a direct bus between Shimla and Lucknow?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimla to Lucknow. However, there are services departing from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi and arriving at Lucknow Singar Nagar via Zirakpur, Tribune Chowk and ISBT Kashmere Gate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 55m.

How far is it from Shimla to Lucknow?

The distance between Shimla and Lucknow is 729 km. The road distance is 748.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimla to Lucknow without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 43m and costs ₹600 - ₹4,100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Shimla to Lucknow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimla to Lucknow bus from?

Shimla to Lucknow bus services, operated by HRTC, depart from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi station.

Where does the Shimla to Lucknow bus arrive?

Shimla to Lucknow bus services, operated by HRTC, arrive at Zirakpur station.

Can I drive from Shimla to Lucknow?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimla to Lucknow is 748 km. It takes approximately 11h 32m to drive from Shimla to Lucknow.

Where can I stay near Lucknow?

There are 992+ hotels available in Lucknow.

Shimla to Lucknow - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Shimla to Lucknow by bus, plane, train, or car

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

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Zirakpurbus
2. Fly from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane IXC - LKO
5h 11m
₹4,816–9,516
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Delhi Isbt Kashmeere Gatebus
2. Take the bus from Delhi to Lucknowbus Indo-Nepal Maitree Bus
24h 28m
₹599–2,493
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shimla ISBT Tutikandi to Ambalabus 139 / ...
2. Take the train from Ambala Cant Jn to Lucknowtrain 12238 / ...
14h 43m
₹637–4,033
Bus via Chandīgarh
1. Take the bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Zirakpurbus
2. Take the bus from Tribune Chowk to Kashmiri Gatebus
3. Take the bus from ISBT Kashmere Gate to Lucknow Singar Nagarbus
14h 55m
₹1,227–5,326
Drive 748.4 km
1. Drive from Shimla to Lucknowcar 748.4 km
11h 32m
₹8,203–11,849
Bus, train via Chandīgarh
1. Take the bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Zirakpurbus
2. Take the train from Chandigarh to Lucknowtrain 12232 / ...
14h 57m
₹627–3,526

Shimla to Lucknow by bus and train

35Weekly Services

14h 43mAverage Duration

₹637Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 728.8 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Lucknow Singar Nagar via Zirakpur, Tribune Chowk, Kashmiri Gate, and ISBT Kashmere Gate in around 14h 55m.

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