What is the cheapest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) is to bus which costs ₹420 - ₹800 and takes 7h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,800.

Is there a direct bus between Lucknow and Varanasi (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station). However, there are services departing from Alambagh and arriving at Lehartara via Varanasi Cantt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Lucknow and Varanasi (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lucknow and arriving at Banaras. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station)?

The distance between Lucknow and Varanasi (Station) is 305 km. The road distance is 288.1 km.

How do I travel from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) without a car is to train via Varanasi Jn which takes 5h 45m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500.

How long does it take to get from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station)?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) bus from?

Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) bus services, operated by UPSRTC, depart from Alambagh station.

Where do I catch the Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) train from?

Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Lucknow station.

Train, bus or fly from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station)?

The best way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) is to train via Varanasi Jn which takes 5h 45m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹420 - ₹800 and takes 7h 42m, you could also fly, which costs ₹10,000 - ₹16,000 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) bus arrive?

Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) bus services, operated by UPSRTC, arrive at Varanasi station.

Where does the Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) train arrive?

Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.

Can I drive from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) is 288 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station).

Where can I stay near Varanasi (Station)?

There are 1561+ hotels available in Varanasi (Station).

Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train via Varanasi Jn
best
1. Take the train from Lucknow to Varanasi Jntrain 13258 / ...
5h 45m
₹318–2,502
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lucknow to Banarastrain 15120 / ...
7h 5m
₹210–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alambagh to Varanasibus
7h 42m
₹425–759
Drive 288.1 km
1. Drive from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station)car 288.1 km
4h 16m
₹3,289–4,750
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lucknow to Varanasi (Station)taxi 288.1 km
4h 16m
₹4,500–5,500
Fly
1. Fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane LKO - VNS
8h 12m
₹10,060–15,097
Bus via Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
1. Take the bus from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh - Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
8h 6m

Lucknow to Varanasi (Station) by train

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Distance: 304.6 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Lucknow, India and Varanasi (Station), India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Lucknow to Varanasi Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, UPSRTC operates a bus from Alambagh to Varanasi hourly. Tickets cost ₹410–750 and the journey takes 7h.

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