What is the cheapest way to get from Vellore to Kanpur?

The cheapest way to get from Vellore to Kanpur is to train which costs ₹950 - ₹8,000 and takes 36h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vellore to Kanpur?

The fastest way to get from Vellore to Kanpur is to bus and fly and train which takes 8h 50m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Vellore and Kanpur?

No, there is no direct bus from Vellore to Kanpur. However, there are services departing from Vellore and arriving at Kanpur via Hyderabad and Lucknow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Vellore and Kanpur?

No, there is no direct train from Vellore to Kanpur. However, there are services departing from Vellore Cant and arriving at Kanpur Central via Katpadi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 45m.

How far is it from Vellore to Kanpur?

The distance between Vellore and Kanpur is 1645 km. The road distance is 1798.5 km.

How do I travel from Vellore to Kanpur without a car?

The best way to get from Vellore to Kanpur without a car is to train which takes 36h 45m and costs ₹950 - ₹8,000.

How long does it take to get from Vellore to Kanpur?

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from Vellore to Kanpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vellore to Kanpur bus from?

Vellore to Kanpur bus services, operated by Rainbow Ryders, depart from Vellore station.

Where do I catch the Vellore to Kanpur train from?

Vellore to Kanpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Katpadi Jn station.

Train or bus from Vellore to Kanpur?

The best way to get from Vellore to Kanpur is to train which takes 36h 45m and costs ₹950 - ₹8,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Hyderabad, which costs and takes 44h 25m.

Where does the Vellore to Kanpur bus arrive?

Vellore to Kanpur bus services, operated by Rainbow Ryders, arrive at Hyderabad station.

Where does the Vellore to Kanpur train arrive?

Vellore to Kanpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kanpur Central station.

Can I drive from Vellore to Kanpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Vellore to Kanpur is 1799 km. It takes approximately 26h 19m to drive from Vellore to Kanpur.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vellore to Kanpur?

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Where can I stay near Kanpur?

There are 141+ hotels available in Kanpur.

Vellore to Kanpur - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Vellore to Kanpur by bus, plane, train, 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.

Bus to Chennai International Airport, fly to Kanpur Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Vellore to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kanpur Airport (KNU)plane MAA - KNU
9h 14m
₹9,133–17,645
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Kanpur Centraltrain 12512 / ...
36h 45m
₹960–7,850
Bus via Hyderabad
1. Take the bus from Vellore to Hyderabadbus
2. Take the bus from Hyderabad to Lucknowbus
3. Take the bus from Lucknow to Kanpurbus
44h 25m
Drive 1,798.5 km
1. Drive from Vellore to Kanpurcar 1,798.5 km
26h 19m
₹20,179–29,148
Train, bus to Kempegowda International Airport, fly to Kanpur Airport
1. Take the train from Vellore Cant to Krishnarajapurmtrain
2. Take the bus from KR Pura station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
3. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Kanpur Airport (KNU)plane BLR - KNU
9h 39m
₹7,450–19,964
Bus to Chennai International Airport, fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Vellore to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane MAA - LKO
3. Take the train from Lucknow to Kanpur Centraltrain
8h 50m
₹9,103–16,545
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly to Kanpur Airport
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Kanpur Airport (KNU)plane TIR - KNU
18h 59m
₹13,610–24,500
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane TIR - LKO
3. Take the train from Lucknow to Kanpur Centraltrain
12h 10m
₹10,580–23,400
Train, bus to Kempegowda International Airport, fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport
1. Take the train from Vellore Cant to Krishnarajapurmtrain
2. Take the bus from KR Pura station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
3. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane BLR - LKO
4. Take the train from Lucknow to Kanpur Centraltrain
12h 26m
₹7,420–15,864
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vellore to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 Multi-Axle A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Kanpurbus redbusIndia_NON A/C Seater / Sleeper
2d 9h

Vellore to Kanpur by train

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36h 45mAverage Duration

₹960Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,644.6 km
Duration: 9h 14m

What companies run services between Vellore, India and Kanpur, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Katpadi Jn to Kanpur Central 4 times a week. Tickets cost ₹850–7,000 and the journey takes 35h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vellore to Kanpur via Hyderabad and Lucknow in around 44h 25m.

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