Pune → Lucknow
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Maharashtra to Uttar Pradesh · 1,105 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Sampark Kranti Express #12629 · SKr |
07:55 | 18:34 | 10h 39m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| VASCO DA GAMA - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Goa Exp #12779 · SF |
04:10 | 15:05 | 10h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Hubli-H.Nizamuddin Goa Express #17305 · Exp |
04:10 | 15:05 | 10h 55m | 2A,SL |
| Mysore-Nizamuddin Swarna Jayanti Express #12781 · SF |
16:10 | 02:30 | 10h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kolhapur-Nizamuddin Express #12147 · SF |
16:10 | 02:30 | 10h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Pune Lucknow Jn SuperFast Express #12103 · SF |
16:15 | 02:30 | 10h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| PUNE - DARBHANGA Gyan Ganga Exp #11033 · Exp |
16:15 | 02:45 | 10h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| PUNE - GORAKHPUR Exp #11037 · Exp |
16:15 | 02:45 | 10h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| PUNE - MANDUADIH Gyan Ganga Exp #22131 · SF |
16:15 | 02:45 | 10h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jhelum Express #11077 · Exp |
17:20 | 04:35 | 11h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| PUNE - PATLIPUTRA SF Exp #12149 · SF |
20:55 | 07:20 | 10h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kolhapur-Gorakhpur Express Slip #11039-Slip · Exp |
23:20 | 16:40 | 17h 20m | SL |
The straight-line distance from Pune to Kanpur is approximately 1,105 km (687 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,322 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Maharashtra to Uttar Pradesh.
Kanpur does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Lucknow (LKO). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Pune and Kanpur with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 20 hrs 20 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 Pune to Kanpur route. The journey takes approximately 26 hrs 26 min covering ~1,322 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Pune to Kanpur BusesThe drive from Pune to Kanpur is a long one — approximately 1,322 km taking around 15 hrs 54 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.
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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