Varanasi → Lucknow
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Uttar Pradesh · 267 km · Compare flights, trains, buses & driving
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIBRUGARH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12235 · Raj |
01:40 | 06:00 | 4h 20m | 1A,2A,3A |
| DIBRUGARH TOWN - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12435 · Raj |
01:40 | 06:00 | 4h 20m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Varanasi-Delhi Anand Vihar Terminus Garib Rath #22407 · GR |
19:30 | 01:20 | 5h 50m | 3A |
| DANAPUR - DELHI ANAND VIHAR Jan Sadharan Express #13257 · |
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| MUGHAL SARAI - LUCKNOW Ekatmata Exp #14259 · Exp |
2A,3A,SL | |||
| Kumbh Express #12369 · SF |
00:50 | 07:15 | 6h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Upasana Express #12327 · SF |
00:50 | 07:15 | 6h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kolkata Chitpur-JammuTawi Express #13151 · Exp |
01:55 | 10:25 | 8h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Varanasi Lucknow Passenger #54333 · Pass |
04:10 | 16:10 | 12h 00m | |
| Ganga Sutlej Express #13307 · Exp |
04:35 | 14:40 | 10h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Varuna Express #24227 · Exp |
04:55 | 09:50 | 4h 55m | CC |
| Varuna Express #14227 · Exp |
04:55 | 09:50 | 4h 55m | CC |
| VARANASI - LUCKNOW PASSENGER #54255 · Pass |
05:20 | 14:55 | 9h 35m | |
| PURI - NEW DELHI Neelanchal SF Exp #12875 · SF |
06:50 | 13:15 | 6h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jallianwalabagh Express #18103 · Exp |
07:25 | 15:05 | 7h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kolkata Shalimar-Haridwar Puja Special #08043 · Exp |
07:25 | 13:50 | 6h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Amritsar Express #13049 · Exp |
07:40 | 15:35 | 7h 55m | 3A,SL |
| Varanasi Dehradun Janata Express #14265 · Exp |
08:30 | 16:35 | 8h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Amritsar Mail #13005 · Mail |
08:30 | 15:20 | 6h 50m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Varanasi-Ramnagar Express Slip #14265-Slip · Exp |
08:30 | 16:35 | 8h 05m | SL |
| GUWAHATI - OKHA DWARKA EXP #15636 · Exp |
09:15 | 17:10 | 7h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KAMAKHYA - GANDHIDHAM Exp #15668 · Exp |
09:25 | 17:10 | 7h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Doon Express #13009 · Exp |
09:40 | 18:15 | 8h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Doon Express Slip #13009-Slip · Exp |
09:40 | 18:15 | 8h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Farakka Express #13413 · Exp |
10:25 | 19:00 | 8h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Farakka Express #13483 · Exp |
10:25 | 19:00 | 8h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Archana Express #12355 · SF |
10:50 | 17:30 | 6h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Muzaffarpur-Old Delhi Sadbhavna Express #14007 · Exp |
11:45 | 18:40 | 6h 55m | 3A,SL |
| Sadbhavna Express #14017 · Exp |
11:45 | 18:40 | 6h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sadbhavna Express #14015 · Exp |
11:45 | 18:40 | 6h 55m | 3A,SL |
| Varanasi-Jammu Tawi SF Express #12237 · SF |
12:50 | 18:05 | 5h 15m | 3A,SL |
| Kashi Vishwanath Express #14257 · Exp |
13:45 | 20:40 | 6h 55m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Sabarmati Express #19168 · Exp |
13:55 | 23:15 | 9h 20m | 2A,SL |
| Himgiri Express #12331 · SF |
14:05 | 19:30 | 5h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Shramjeevi Express #12391 · SF |
14:30 | 20:25 | 5h 55m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Patna-Indore Express #19322 · Exp |
15:15 | 22:25 | 7h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Patna Indore Express #19314 · Exp |
15:15 | 22:25 | 7h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Harihar Express #14523 · Exp |
15:30 | 21:05 | 5h 35m | 3A,SL |
| Patna Mathura Express #13237 · Exp |
15:50 | 23:30 | 7h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Patna Mathura Express #13239 · Exp |
15:50 | 23:30 | 7h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Varanasi Lucknow InterCity Express #14203 · Exp |
16:20 | 22:10 | 5h 50m | CC |
| Marudhar Express #14853 · Exp |
17:20 | 00:05 | 6h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Marudhar Express #14865 · Exp |
17:45 | 00:05 | 6h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Marudhar Express #14863 · Exp |
18:15 | 00:05 | 5h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KOLKATA SEALDAH - AMRITSAR Akal Takht Exp #12317 · SF |
19:50 | 02:10 | 6h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - NANGAL DAM Gurumukhi Exp #12325 · SF |
19:50 | 02:10 | 6h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Varanasi-Old Delhi Special #04203 · Exp |
20:00 | 00:58 | 4h 58m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - AMRITSAR Durgiana SF Exp #12357 · SF |
21:20 | 02:30 | 5h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Dibrugarh-Amritsar Weekly Express #15933 · Exp |
23:00 | 06:00 | 7h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Farakka-New Delhi Express #14003 · Exp |
23:15 | 05:35 | 6h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Varanasi Bareilly Express #14235 · Exp |
23:45 | 07:00 | 7h 15m | 3A,SL,FC |
The straight-line distance from Varanasi to Lucknow 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 VNS to LKO 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 Varanasi to Lucknow FlightsIndian Railways connects Varanasi and Lucknow 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 Varanasi to Lucknow route. The journey takes approximately 6 hrs 29 min covering ~292 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Varanasi to Lucknow 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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