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

The cheapest way to get from Lucknow to Darjiling is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,600 and takes 23h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lucknow to Darjiling is to drive and fly which takes 5h 58m and costs ₹37,000 - ₹40,000.

Is there a direct bus between Lucknow and Darjiling?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucknow to Darjiling. However, there are services departing from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Siliguri, West Bengal via Gorakhpur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Lucknow and Darjiling?

No, there is no direct train from Lucknow to Darjiling. However, there are services departing from Lucknow and arriving at New Jalpaiguri via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 33m.

How far is it from Lucknow to Darjiling?

The distance between Lucknow and Darjiling is 766 km. The road distance is 851.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lucknow to Darjiling without a car is to train which takes 23h 33m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Lucknow to Darjiling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Darjiling bus from?

Lucknow to Darjiling bus services, operated by Indo Canadian® Express, depart from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Darjiling train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Lucknow to Darjiling?

The best way to get from Lucknow to Darjiling is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹20,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,600 and takes 23h 33m, you could also bus via Gorakhpur, which costs and takes 24h 10m.

Where does the Lucknow to Darjiling bus arrive?

Lucknow to Darjiling bus services, operated by Indo Canadian® Express, arrive at Gorakhpur station.

Where does the Lucknow to Darjiling train arrive?

Lucknow to Darjiling train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at New Jalpaiguri station.

Can I drive from Lucknow to Darjiling?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucknow to Darjiling is 851 km. It takes approximately 11h 49m to drive from Lucknow to Darjiling.

Where can I stay near Darjiling?

There are 283+ hotels available in Darjiling.

Lucknow to Darjiling - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport to Bagdogra Airport
best
1. Fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)plane LKO - IXB
6h 1m
₹7,412–19,497
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lucknow to New Jalpaiguritrain 15910 / ...
23h 33m
₹1,094–4,507
Bus via Gorakhpur
1. Take the bus from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh to Gorakhpurbus Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh - Gorakhpur
2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Siliguri, West Bengalbus Gorakhpur
24h 10m
Drive 851.4 km
1. Drive from Lucknow to Darjilingcar 851.4 km
11h 49m
₹9,551–13,795
Drive to Nepalgunj Airport, fly to Bhadrapur Airport
1. Drive from Lucknow to Nepalgunj Airport (KEP)car
2. Fly from Nepalgunj Airport (KEP) to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)plane KEP - BDP
5h 58m
₹37,762–39,197
Train to Dhangarhi, fly to Bhadrapur Airport
1. Take the train from Lucknow City to Mailanitrain
2. Fly from Dhangarhi (DHI) to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)plane DHI - BDP
8h 47m
₹6,587–34,247
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh to Siliguri, West Bengalbus Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh - Siliguri, West Bengal
28h 30m

Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) flights

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6h 12mAverage Duration

₹7,855Cheapest Price

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Distance: 765.8 km
Duration: 6h 1m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Express, and Air India Limited fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Lucknow to New Jalpaiguri 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹490–3,800 and the journey takes 23h.

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