There are 5 ways to get from Lucknow to Kolkata by plane, train, bus, 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.
Fly
best- Fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane LKO - CCU
3h 52m₹6,059–15,075Train
cheapest- Take the train from Lucknow to Sealdahtrain 22318
18h₹460–3,500Bus via Prayagraj
- Take the bus from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh to Allahabad, Uttar Pradeshbus Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh - Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
- Take the bus from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh to Kolkata, West Bengalbus Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh - Kolkata, West Bengal
21h 45mDrive 979.6 km
- Drive from Lucknow to Kolkatacar 979.6 km
13h 22m₹10,988–15,871Bus
- Take the bus from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh to Kolkata, West Bengalbus Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh - Kolkata, West Bengal
27h 39m
Lucknow to Kolkata by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lucknow to Kolkata is to train which costs ₹460 - ₹3,500 and takes 18h.
The fastest way to get from Lucknow to Kolkata is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹16,000.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Kolkata, West Bengal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27h 39m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lucknow and arriving at Sealdah. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 18h.
The distance between Lucknow and Kolkata is 916 km. The road distance is 979.6 km.
The best way to get from Lucknow to Kolkata without a car is to train which takes 18h and costs ₹460 - ₹3,500.
It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Lucknow to Kolkata, including transfers.
Lucknow to Kolkata bus services, operated by VyomRides, depart from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh station.
Lucknow to Kolkata train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Lucknow station.
The best way to get from Lucknow to Kolkata is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹16,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹460 - ₹3,500 and takes 18h, you could also bus via Prayagraj, which costs and takes 21h 45m.
What companies run services between Lucknow, India and Kolkata, India?
IndiGo Airlines flies from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) twice daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Lucknow to Sealdah once a week. Tickets cost ₹460–3,500 and the journey takes 18h.
- Website
- goindigo.in
Flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- Estimated price
- ₹6,000–13,000
Flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport via Patna
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- Estimated price
- ₹6,000–13,000
- Phone
- 14646
- [email protected]
- Website
- irctc.co.in
Train from Lucknow to Sealdah
- Ave. Duration
- 18h
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- ₹460–3,500
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹460–550
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹1,100–1,500
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹1,600–2,100
- First Class (1A)
- ₹2,800–3,500
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Which side of Niagara Falls should I choose (and how do I get there)?, The beginner’s guide to the 2018 World Nomad Games, and 4 stunningly beautiful Philippines islands you need to visit - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
Lucknow to Kolkata bus services, operated by VyomRides, arrive at Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh station.
Lucknow to Kolkata train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sealdah station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lucknow to Kolkata is 980 km. It takes approximately 13h 22m to drive from Lucknow to Kolkata.
Book your Lucknow to Kolkata bus tickets online with Omio.
There are 1141+ hotels available in Kolkata.