Lucknow → Varanasi
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Uttar Pradesh · 267 km · Compare flights, trains, buses & driving
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Anand Vihar Terminus-Varanasi Garib Rath #22408 · GR |
02:35 | 08:05 | 5h 30m | 3A |
| NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH Rajdhani Exp #12236 · Raj |
17:35 | 22:15 | 4h 40m | 1A,2A,3A |
| NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH TOWN Rajdhani Exp #12436 · Raj |
17:35 | 22:15 | 4h 40m | 1A,2A,3A |
| ANAND VIHAR DELHI - DANAPUR JanSadharan Exp #13258 · |
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| LUCKNOW CHARBAGH - MUGHAL SARAI Ekatmata Exp #14260 · Exp |
21:15 | 2A,3A,SL | ||
| Sabarmati Express #19167 · Exp |
01:05 | 09:50 | 8h 45m | 2A,SL |
| New Delhi-New Farakka Express #14004 · Exp |
02:35 | 08:05 | 5h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jallianwalabagh Express #18104 · Exp |
02:50 | 09:35 | 6h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Marudhar Express #14866 · Exp |
03:15 | 09:30 | 6h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Marudhar Express #14864 · Exp |
03:15 | 08:35 | 5h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sadbhavana Expres #14018 · Exp |
03:35 | 10:30 | 6h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Old Delhi-Muzaffarpur Sadbhavana Express #14008 · Exp |
03:35 | 09:15 | 5h 40m | 3A,SL |
| Sadbhavana Express #14016 · Exp |
03:35 | 09:15 | 5h 40m | 3A,SL |
| Marudhar Express #14854 · Exp |
03:40 | 10:30 | 6h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Delhi Jn. -Varanasi Special #04204 · Exp |
04:55 | 10:45 | 5h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Indore-Patna Express #19313 · Exp |
05:35 | 11:10 | 5h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Indore-Rajendranagar Express #19321 · Exp |
05:35 | 11:35 | 6h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Mathura Patna Express #13238 · Exp |
06:20 | 12:25 | 6h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Mathura Patna Express #13240 · Exp |
06:20 | 11:55 | 5h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Lucknow Varanasi InterCity Express #14204 · Exp |
07:00 | 13:30 | 6h 30m | CC |
| Farakka Express #13414 · Exp |
07:40 | 15:00 | 7h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Farakka Express #13484 · Exp |
07:40 | 15:00 | 7h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| RAMNAGAR - VARANASI Passenger #55322 · Pass |
07:55 | 15:45 | 7h 50m | |
| Dehradun Varanasi Janata Express #14266 · Exp |
07:55 | 15:45 | 7h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jammu-Varanasi SF Express #12238 · SF |
08:05 | 13:00 | 4h 55m | 3A,SL |
| Amritsar-DibrugarhTown Weekly Express #15934 · Exp |
08:15 | 15:30 | 7h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Doon Express #23010 · Exp |
08:35 | 16:00 | 7h 25m | SL |
| Doon Express #13010 · Exp |
08:35 | 16:00 | 7h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kumbh Express #12370 · SF |
09:00 | 13:15 | 4h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Upasana Express #12328 · SF |
09:00 | 13:15 | 4h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Harihar Express #14524 · Exp |
10:00 | 15:30 | 5h 30m | 3A,SL |
| Amritsar Howrah Mail #13006 · Mail |
10:50 | 16:40 | 5h 50m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| LUCKNOW - VARANASI PASSENGER #54256 · Pass |
11:15 | 20:45 | 9h 30m | |
| Amritsar Howrah Express #13050 · Exp |
12:05 | 18:55 | 6h 50m | 3A,SL |
| Ganga Sutlej Express #13308 · Exp |
12:25 | 20:40 | 8h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Archana Express #12356 · SF |
12:40 | 18:45 | 6h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Lucknow Varanasi Passenger #54334 · Pass |
12:45 | 22:55 | 10h 10m | |
| NEW DELHI - PURI Neelanchal SF Exp #12876 · SF |
14:30 | 20:00 | 5h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Himgiri Express #12332 · SF |
15:30 | 21:05 | 5h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Varuna Express #14228 · Exp |
17:50 | 23:20 | 5h 30m | CC |
| Varuna Express #24228 · Exp |
17:50 | 23:20 | 5h 30m | CC |
| JammuTawi-Kolkata Chitpur Express #13152 · Exp |
18:25 | 01:20 | 6h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| AMRITSAR - KOLKATA CHITPUR Durgiana SF Exp #12358 · SF |
20:15 | 01:05 | 4h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| AKAL TAKHT Express #12318 · SF |
20:15 | 01:05 | 4h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| NANGAL DAM - KOLKATA CHITPUR Gurumukhi Exp #12326 · SF |
20:15 | 01:05 | 4h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| OKHA - GUWAHATI EXP #15635 · Exp |
21:15 | 04:55 | 7h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| GANDHIDHAM - KAMAKHYA Exp #15667 · Exp |
21:15 | 04:55 | 7h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Shramjeevi Express #12392 · SF |
21:30 | 02:25 | 4h 55m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Kashi Vishwanath Express #14258 · Exp |
21:50 | 04:45 | 6h 55m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Bareilly Varanasi Express #14236 · Exp |
23:15 | 06:50 | 7h 35m | 3A,SL,FC |
The straight-line distance from Lucknow to Varanasi is approximately 267 km (166 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 292 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks.
Flying is the fastest way to cover the 267 km distance. Flights from LKO to VNS take approximately 1 hrs 6 min including boarding and taxiing. Multiple airlines operate on this route, and fares vary depending on the season, time of booking, and class of travel.
For the best prices, book 2-3 weeks in advance and opt for mid-week departures (Tuesday, Wednesday) which are typically cheaper than weekend flights.
Search Lucknow to Varanasi FlightsIndian Railways connects Lucknow and Varanasi with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 19 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Lucknow to Varanasi route. The journey takes approximately 6 hrs 29 min covering ~292 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Lucknow to Varanasi covers approximately 292 km and takes around 3 hrs 32 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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