Lucknow to Kolkata

Lucknow to Kolkata

Lucknow
Kolkata
Fri, Jun 14
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Lucknow to Kolkata Schedule

Lucknow to Kolkata Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Jgd Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 00:30 - 06:00₹ 3,696
Air India Express Economy 02:05 - 09:25₹ 11,265
IndiGo Economy 07:45 - 14:10₹ 10,213
IndiGo Economy 09:40 - 15:55₹ 6,404
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 10:40 - 07:30₹ 773
Air Vistara Economy 15:25 - 08:25₹ 7,802
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 17:10 - 15:40₹ 658
IndiGo Economy 21:00 - 07:45₹ 8,588

Transportation from Lucknow to Kolkata

Facts about the transport from Lucknow to Kolkata

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport1h 35m
Earliest Departure12:30 AM
Latest Departure4:50 PM
Departures per day4
Distance1475 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India Express, Cab Expresso, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Jgd Travels

How to get from Lucknow to Kolkata

Travelling between Lucknow and Kolkata is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 413.58 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 69.51.

How long does it take to get from Lucknow to Kolkata?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 30 hours to travel between Lucknow and Kolkata depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Lucknow and Kolkata. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 35m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 5h 30m to reach Kolkata.

How much does it cost to get from Lucknow to Kolkata?

Travelling between Lucknow and Kolkata can be as cheap as USD 69.51 if you opt for a IndiGo flight and as expensive as USD 413.58 if you buy a Cab Expresso taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Lucknow and Kolkata ?

  • 2 from Lucknow to Kolkata starting from 06:25 Lucknow Airport until 16:50 Lucknow Airport
  • 2 from Lucknow to Kolkata starting from 00:00 Lucknow Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Lucknow Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Lucknow to Kolkata.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Lucknow to Kolkata, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 69.51.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Lucknow and Kolkata

Air India Express, IndiGo

Bus

Travelling from Lucknow to Kolkata overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Lucknow and Kolkata

Jgd Travels

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Lucknow and Kolkata

Cab Expresso

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Lucknow to Kolkata?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 50% decided to fly
  • 50% took a train