Lucknow to Varanasi

Lucknow to Varanasi

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Lucknow to Varanasi Schedule

Lucknow to Varanasi Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sethi Yatra AC Seater 01:45 - 07:50₹ 809
Raj Kalpana Travels AC Seater 03:45 - 10:00₹ 1,731
Indian Railways 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 05:45 - 10:45₹ 1,560
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 07:05 - 14:35₹ 468
IndiGo Economy 08:05 - 14:45₹ 9,217
Indian Railways 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 10:40 - 16:50₹ 1,700
Ptcskybus AC Seater 13:15 - 20:45₹ 519
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 15:30 - 22:10₹ 503
Indian Railways 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 17:10 - 01:30₹ 910
IndiGo Economy 19:50 - 06:10₹ 8,988
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 21:15 - 04:50₹ 965
Mahalaxmi Travels AC Seater 23:15 - 05:45₹ 576

Transportation from Lucknow to Varanasi

Facts about the transport from Lucknow to Varanasi

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure1:05 AM
Latest Departure11:15 PM
Departures per day12
Distance289 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Air Vistara, Highway Star Travel Cargo, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Mahalaxmi Travels , Raj Kalpana Travels, RS Yaday Travels, Sethi Yatra, SpiceJet, TravelODesk India, Vgo Bus, Vinay Travels

How to get from Lucknow to Varanasi

When you want to get from Lucknow to Varanasi, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 27.70. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 6.91.

How far is Lucknow from Varanasi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lucknow to Varanasi. Your trip will be a total of 180 miles (289 km). The flying distance is 165 miles (265 km).

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

The travel time from Lucknow to Varanasi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 24 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Lucknow to Varanasi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Mahalaxmi Travels : travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 6.91 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 27.70.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Lucknow to Varanasi:

  • Train tickets - USD 5.61 to USD 22.54;
  • Bus tickets - USD 6.91 to USD 27.70;
  • Plane tickets - USD 59.48 to USD 128.83;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 119.27 to USD 159.03.

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

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 01:05 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:15. There are 12 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 59.48.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Lucknow to Varanasi

Air India, Air Vistara, IndiGo, SpiceJet

Buses

Taking a bus from Lucknow to Varanasi is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 119.27.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Lucknow to Varanasi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lucknow to Varanasi? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 93% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 5% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other