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

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Drive to Nepalganj, fly to Kathmandu  •  3h 45m

  1. Drive from Lucknow to Nepalganj
  2. Fly from Nepalganj (KEP) to Kathmandu (KTM) KEP - KTM

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Train, drive  •  21h 12m

  1. Take the train from Lucknow to Raxaul Jn 14016 / ...
  2. Drive from Raxaul Jn to Kathmandu

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Drive to Nepalganj, fly to Pokhara  •  3h 33m

  1. Drive from Lucknow to Nepalganj
  2. Fly from Nepalganj (KEP) to Pokhara (PKR) KEP - PKR

Train to Dhangarhi, fly to Kathmandu  •  6h 46m

  1. Take the train from Aishbagh to Mailani
  2. Fly from Dhangarhi (DHI) to Kathmandu (KTM) DHI - KTM

Bus via Kathmandu  •  16h 33m

  1. Take the bus from Lucknow to Kathmandu

Bus  •  18h 39m

  1. Take the bus from Lucknow to Kathmandu Swoyambhu

Drive  •  8h 33m

  1. Drive from Lucknow to Kathmandu 558.3 km

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The cheapest way to get from Lucknow to Nepal is to train and drive which costs ₹1,700 - ₹3,800 and takes 21h 12m.

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The fastest way to get from Lucknow to Nepal is to drive and fly which takes 3h 33m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹26,000.

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No, there is no direct bus from Lucknow to Nepal. However, there are services departing from Lucknow and arriving at Kathmandu bus stand via Kathmandu Swoyambhu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 39m.

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The distance between Lucknow and Nepal is 569 km. The road distance is 558.3 km.

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The best way to get from Lucknow to Nepal without a car is to bus via Kathmandu which takes 16h 33m and costs ₹2,500 - ₹3,300.

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It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Lucknow to Nepal, including transfers.

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Lucknow to Nepal bus services, operated by Asians Shina Tours & Travel, depart from Lucknow station.

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Lucknow to Nepal bus services, operated by Asians Shina Tours & Travel, arrive at Kathmandu Swoyambhu station.

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Nepal is 15 min ahead of Lucknow. It is currently 9:43 PM in Lucknow and 9:58 PM in Nepal.

Yes, the driving distance between Lucknow to Nepal is 558 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Lucknow to Nepal.

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  • Distance: 569.1 km
  • Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Lucknow, India and Nepal?

Northern Travels operates a bus from Lucknow to Kathmandu once daily. Tickets cost $17 - $24 and the journey takes 16h 21m.

Airlines
Buddha Air Ltd
Website
buddhaair.com
Flights from Nepalganj to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration
57 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
$45 - $180
Flights from Nepalganj to Kathmandu via Pokhara
Ave. Duration
2h
When
Every day
Estimated price
$45 - $180
Flights from Nepalganj to Pokhara
Ave. Duration
25 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
$35 - $410
Flights from Dhangarhi to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration
1h 10m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$55 - $300
Nova Airline
Website
novaairways.com
Flights from Nepalganj to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration
40 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
$140 - $290
Flights from Dhangarhi to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration
50 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
$180 - $390
Yeti Airlines
Website
yetiairlines.com
Flights from Nepalganj to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration
50 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
$50 - $170
Train operators
Indian Railways

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.

Contact Details
Phone
14646
Email
care@irctc.co.in
Website
indianrail.gov.in
Train from Aishbagh to Mailani
Ave. Duration
4h 7m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
$1 - $10
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
$1 - $3
Third AC (3A)
$5 - $8
Second AC (2A)
$8 - $10
Train from Lucknow to Raxaul Jn
Ave. Duration
19h
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
$4 - $21
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
$4 - $6
Third AC (3A)
$11 - $15
Second AC (2A)
$16 - $21
Bus operators
Northern Travels
Phone
+91 8894755055
Email
northerntravels55@gmail.com
Website
northernbuses.com
Bus from Lucknow to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration
16h 21m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$17 - $24
Schedules at
northernbuses.com
Asians Shina Tours & Travel
Phone
9599757693
Email
asianshina@ymail.com
Bus from Lucknow to Kathmandu Swoyambhu
Ave. Duration
17h 30m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
$39
Schedules at
http://www.asianshinabus.com/

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