Prayagraj → Lucknow
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Uttar Pradesh · 181 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YESVANTPUR - LUCKNOW SF Exp #12539 · SF |
02:35 | 08:50 | 6h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Tribeni Express #14369 · Exp |
03:05 | 08:30 | 5h 25m | 2A,SL |
| Tribeni Link Express #84369 · Exp |
03:05 | 08:30 | 5h 25m | SL |
| Triveni Express #24369 · Exp |
03:05 | 08:30 | 5h 25m | 2A,SL |
| Ganga Gomti Express #14215 · Exp |
06:00 | 10:10 | 4h 10m | CC |
| Vindhyachal-Lucknow InterCity #14209 · Exp |
15:20 | 19:40 | 4h 20m | CC |
| Allahabad-Saharanpur Nauchandi Express #14511 · Exp |
17:40 | 22:55 | 5h 15m | 2A,SL |
| Allahabad-Saharanpur Nauchandi Express Slip #14511-Slip · Exp |
17:40 | 22:55 | 5h 15m | 2A,SL |
| Haridwar Express #14115 · Exp |
23:35 | 05:05 | 5h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Prayagraj to Lucknow is approximately 181 km (112 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 205 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks.
Indian Railways connects Prayagraj and Lucknow with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 3 hrs 44 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 Prayagraj to Lucknow route. The journey takes approximately 4 hrs 33 min covering ~205 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Prayagraj to Lucknow covers approximately 205 km and takes around 2 hrs 28 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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