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

The cheapest way to get from Lucknow to Chennai is to train which costs ₹850 - ₹6,500 and takes 34h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lucknow to Chennai is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Lucknow and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucknow to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh and Hyderabad, Telangana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Lucknow and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aishbagh and arriving at Chennai Central. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 34h 55m.

How far is it from Lucknow to Chennai?

The distance between Lucknow and Chennai is 1563 km. The road distance is 1813.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lucknow to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 34h 55m and costs ₹850 - ₹6,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Lucknow to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Chennai bus from?

Lucknow to Chennai bus services, operated by Khajuraho Travels Pvt Ltd, depart from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Chennai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Lucknow to Chennai?

The best way to get from Lucknow to Chennai is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹14,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹850 - ₹6,500 and takes 34h 55m, you could also bus via Hyderabad, which costs and takes 40h 53m.

Where does the Lucknow to Chennai bus arrive?

Lucknow to Chennai bus services, operated by Khajuraho Travels Pvt Ltd, arrive at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where does the Lucknow to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lucknow to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucknow to Chennai is 1814 km. It takes approximately 27h 7m to drive from Lucknow to Chennai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lucknow to Chennai?

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Fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport
best
1. Fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane LKO - MAA
4h 26m
₹8,642–13,937
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Aishbagh to Chennai Centraltrain 12511 / ...
34h 55m
₹850–6,500
Bus via Hyderabad
1. Take the bus from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh to Allahabad, Uttar Pradeshbus
2. Take the bus from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh to Hyderabad, Telanganabus
3. Take the bus from Hyderabad, Telangana to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus
40h 53m
Drive 1,813.8 km
1. Drive from Lucknow to Chennaicar 1,813.8 km
27h 7m
₹20,346–29,388
Train to Kanpur Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lucknowjn to Kanpur Centraltrain
2. Fly from Kanpur Airport (KNU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane KNU - MAA
8h 27m
₹11,243–21,919
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh - Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
2. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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Lucknow to Chennai by train

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34h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,562.8 km
Duration: 4h 26m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Aishbagh to Chennai Central 4 times a week. Tickets cost ₹850–6,500 and the journey takes 34h 55m.

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