Varanasi to Lucknow

Varanasi to Lucknow

Varanasi
Lucknow
Thu, Jun 13
One Way
NaN Passengers

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Varanasi to Lucknow Schedule

Varanasi to Lucknow Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 00:05 - 06:10₹ 1,100
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 02:50 - 12:15₹ 1,235
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 05:10 - 12:00₹ 910
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 07:30 - 13:25₹ 1,015
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 08:20 - 16:05₹ 1,200
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 10:15 - 18:45₹ 473
Vijay Tour and Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 13:45 - 19:45₹ 576
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 14:30 - 23:05₹ 388
Indian Railways 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 16:35 - 23:10₹ 1,860
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 18:25 - 00:00₹ 1,015
Raj Kalpana Travels AC Seater 20:15 - 01:45₹ 1,731
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 23:05 - 06:05₹ 383

Transportation from Varanasi to Lucknow

Facts about the transport from Varanasi to Lucknow

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure12:15 AM
Latest Departure11:10 PM
Departures per day16
Distance306 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Cab Expresso, Goyal Travels, Hans Travels, Highway Star Travel Cargo, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Khajuraho Travels, Mahalaxmi Travels , Raj Kalpana Travels, RS Yaday Travels, Safar Express Tour, Sethi Yatra, TravelODesk India, Vijay Tour and Travels, Yolo Bus

Varanasi to Lucknow Destination Reviews

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It was an okay bus. The seat was dirty and worn out. They made a stop for dinner which was grrat. This is a typical bus to travel intercity in India. Don’t expect too much
Bus AC Seater, Sethi Yatra, Oct 26, 2023
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How to get from Varanasi to Lucknow

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 17.12 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 6.90.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 24 hours to travel between Varanasi and Lucknow depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Varanasi and Lucknow. Flight will bring you to your destination in 55m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 23h 15m to reach Lucknow.

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

Travelling between Varanasi and Lucknow can be as cheap as USD 6.90 if you opt for a Sethi Yatra bus and as expensive as USD 17.12 if you buy a Raj Kalpana Travels Bus 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 Varanasi and Lucknow ?

  • 16 from Varanasi to Lucknow starting from 16:00 Varanasi until 22:30 Varanasi

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

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 Varanasi to Lucknow, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 80.98.

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 Varanasi and Lucknow

Air India, IndiGo

Bus

Travelling from Varanasi to Lucknow 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 Varanasi and Lucknow

Goyal Travels, Hans Travels, Highway Star Travel Cargo, Khajuraho Travels, Mahalaxmi Travels , Raj Kalpana Travels, RS Yaday Travels, Safar Express Tour, Sethi Yatra, Vijay Tour and Travels, Yolo Bus

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 Varanasi and Lucknow

Cab Expresso, TravelODesk India

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 Varanasi to Lucknow?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 83% took a train
  • 10% opted for a bus
  • 6% decided to fly
  • 1% Other