Varanasi to Lucknow

Varanasi to Lucknow

Varanasi
Lucknow
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Varanasi to Lucknow Destination Reviews

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Maximilian
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
Varanasi to Lucknow, Bus AC Seater, Sethi Yatra, Oct 26, 2023
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Varanasi to Lucknow Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+4h 58m
$53.84
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
00:20
06:05
$6.94
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
00:50
06:00
$4.20
  3.0
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
01:15
06:05
$13.52
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
01:40
05:45
$16.91
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
02:10
07:35
$4.20
  3.0
Train
Indian Railways
CC - AC Chair Class
02:35
06:30
$10.33
Bus
UPSRTC
Non-AC Seater
03:00
11:30
$5.28
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
03:25
08:30
$11.33
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
03:45
12:00
$19.36
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
04:20
09:15
$18.00
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
04:45
10:40
$16.23
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
05:05
12:00
$19.15
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
05:30
14:45
$14.82
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
CC - AC Chair Class
05:55
10:10
$5.43
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
06:15
13:25
$15.34
Bus
UPSRTC
Non-AC Seater
06:39
14:39
$5.28
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
06:55
14:30
$125.20
Bus
Comfort Tour And Travels
AC Semi Sleeper
07:15
12:15
$6.56
Flight
Air India
Economy
07:40
08:15
$83.08

How to get from Varanasi to Lucknow

When you want to get from Varanasi to Lucknow, 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 120.50. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 6.01.

How far is Varanasi from Lucknow?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Varanasi to Lucknow. Your trip will be a total of 191 miles (306 km). The flying distance is 178 miles (285 km).

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

The travel time from Varanasi to Lucknow can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 23 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Varanasi to Lucknow varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Singh Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 6.01 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 120.50.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.73 to USD 21.08;
  • Bus tickets - USD 6.01 to USD 120.50;
  • flight price: USD 81.46 - USD 97.49. From Varanasi to Lucknow starting from 07:25 Varanasi International Airport until 16:35 Varanasi International Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 87.01 to USD 278.75.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 01:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:57. There are 101 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Varanasi to Lucknow 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 Varanasi to Lucknow. 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 87.01.

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 Varanasi to Lucknow

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Varanasi to Lucknow? 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:

  • 85% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 14% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Varanasi to Lucknow

Facts about the transport from Varanasi to Lucknow

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport3h 40m
Earliest Departure12:15 AM
Latest Departure11:57 PM
Departures per day101
Distance306 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Cherry Collars, Dharani Trans, Dhruv Travels, Highway Star Travel Cargo, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, Jai Shree Ganesh Yatra, Khajuraho Travels, Kissan Travels Pilani, Laxmi Holidays, Mahalaxmi Travels, New Shree Mahaveer Travels Lkw, Ptcskybus, Raj Kalpana Travels, Safar Express, Samay Shatabdi Travels, Sethi Yatra, Shakmbhari Travels, Shree Saroj Travels, Shree Savariya Bus Service, Shree Savariya Travels, Shubham Tours And Travels, Singh Bus, Supreme Travels, TaxiBazaar, The Abha Travels, Tiwari and Brothers, TravelODesk India, UPSRTC, Vyomrides, Yolo Bus