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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow is to bus via Alambagh which costs ₹420 - ₹850 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹14,000.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Varanasi and arriving at Lucknow. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 54m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Lucknow. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

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

The distance between Varanasi (Station) and Lucknow is 296 km. The road distance is 290.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700.

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

The train from Varanasi Jn to Lucknow takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow bus services, operated by Safar Express Tour, depart from Varanasi station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹850 - ₹2,900 and takes 6h 54m, you could also fly, which costs ₹10,000 - ₹14,000 and takes 4h 8m.

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

Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow bus services, operated by Safar Express Tour, arrive at Lucknow station.

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

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

Can I drive from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow is 290 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow.

How do I get a bus ticket from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow?

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Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Lucknowtrain 20401 / ...
4h 54m
₹210–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Lucknowbus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
6h 54m
₹850–2,900
Drive 290.2 km
1. Drive from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknowcar 290.2 km
4h 13m
₹3,257–4,704
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varanasi (Station) to Lucknowtaxi 290.2 km
4h 13m
₹4,500–5,500
Fly
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane VNS - LKO
4h 8m
₹10,043–13,646
Bus via Alambagh
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Alambaghbus
7h 36m
₹427–810

Varanasi (Station) to Lucknow by bus

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Distance: 295.7 km
Duration: 4h 54m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Lucknow hourly. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Alternatively, Safar Express Tour operates a bus from Varanasi to Lucknow every 4 hours, and the journey takes 6h 54m. 10 other operators also service this route.

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