Delhi → Lucknow
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The Delhi to Lucknow train route covers approximately 563 km by rail and takes around 10.2 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Delhi to Uttar Pradesh.
This is a medium-distance route with both day and overnight options available. Multiple train types operate on this route — from premium Rajdhani and Vande Bharat to affordable Sleeper and General class services.
Train tickets can be booked on IRCTC up to 120 days in advance. During peak seasons (October-March, festivals, summer holidays), tickets sell out quickly — book early for confirmed berths.
Book on IRCTCApproximate fares for the 563 km journey. Actual fares vary by train, season, and booking time. Tatkal fares are higher.
| Class | Description | Approx. Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 1AAC First Class | Private 2-berth cabins with door, premium bedding | ₹1,393 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹774 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹557 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹217 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹124 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹619 |
* Fares are approximate and may vary. Check IRCTC for exact pricing. Tatkal charges, GST, and dynamic pricing may apply.
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Runs | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH Rajdhani Exp
#12236 · Raj
|
09:30 NDLS |
17:25 LKO |
7h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH TOWN Rajdhani Exp
#12436 · Raj
|
09:30 NDLS |
17:25 LKO |
7h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Amritsar Saharsa Garib Rath
#12204 · GR
|
11:15 NDLS |
18:40 LKO |
7h 25m | Daily | 3A,CC |
|
Bihar Sampark Kranti Express
#12566 · SKr
|
14:30 NDLS |
21:50 LKO |
7h 20m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Delhi Anand Vihar Terminus-Varanasi Garib Rath
#22408 · GR
|
18:10 ANVT |
02:25 LKO |
8h 15m | Daily | 3A |
|
Anand Vihar T.- Muzaffarpur Garib Rath
#12212 · GR
|
21:10 ANVT |
05:20 LKO |
8h 10m | Daily | 3A |
|
New Delhi-Lucknow AC Duronto Express
#12272 · Drnt
|
23:30 NDLS |
07:10 LKO |
7h 40m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
ANAND VIHAR DELHI - DANAPUR JanSadharan Exp
#13258 ·
|
ANVT |
LKO |
Daily | ||
|
Ajmer-Sultanpur Weekly Express
#19603 · Exp
|
00:40 DLI |
10:00 LKO |
33h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
NewDelh-Lucknowi Swarn Shatabdi Express
#12004 · SF
|
06:15 NDLS |
12:30 LKO |
6h 15m | Daily | CC |
|
NEW DELHI - PURI Neelanchal SF Exp
#12876 · SF
|
06:30 NDLS |
14:05 LKO |
7h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Awadh Assam Express
#15610 · Exp
|
06:55 DEE |
17:45 LKO |
10h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kashi Vishwanath Express
#14258 · Exp
|
11:40 NDLS |
21:35 LKO |
9h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Gomti Express
#12420 · SF
|
12:40 NDLS |
21:25 LKO |
8h 45m | Daily | 1A,2A,CC |
|
Shramjeevi Express
#12392 · SF
|
13:15 NDLS |
21:15 LKO |
8h 00m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Sapt Kranti SF Express
#12558 · SF
|
14:50 ANVT |
22:40 LKO |
7h 50m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Ajmer New Jalpaiguri Weekly Express
#19601 · Exp
|
15:05 DLI |
23:40 LKO |
8h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
New Delhi New Jalpaiguri SuperFast Express
#12524 · SF
|
15:10 NDLS |
23:35 LKO |
8h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Amrapali Express
#15708 · Exp
|
15:30 DLI |
00:25 LKO |
8h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Old Delhi-Muzaffarpur Sadbhavana Express
#14008 · Exp
|
16:20 DLI |
03:25 LKO |
11h 05m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Sadbhavana Express
#14016 · Exp
|
16:20 DLI |
03:25 LKO |
11h 05m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Sadbhavna Express
#14014 · Exp
|
16:20 DLI |
03:25 LKO |
11h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sadbhavana Expres
#14018 · Exp
|
16:20 DLI |
03:25 LKO |
11h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Poorabiya Express
#15280 · Exp
|
16:45 DLI |
02:05 LKO |
9h 20m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
New Delhi-New Farakka Express
#14004 · Exp
|
17:45 NDLS |
02:25 LKO |
8h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Delhi-Faizabad Express
#14206 · Exp
|
18:40 DLI |
03:50 LKO |
9h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
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Delhi Jn. -Varanasi Special
#04204 · Exp
|
19:30 DLI |
04:45 LKO |
9h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Garib Nawaz Express
#15716-Slip · Exp
|
19:40 DEE |
05:20 LKO |
9h 40m | Daily | 3A,SL |
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Porbandar Muzaffarpur Express
#19269 · Exp
|
19:40 DEE |
05:20 LKO |
9h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Garib Nawaz Express Slip
#15716 · Exp
|
19:40 DEE |
05:20 LKO |
9h 40m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Padmavat Express
#14208 · Exp
|
19:50 DLI |
04:20 LKO |
8h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Gorakhdham Express
#12556 · SF
|
19:52 DEE |
04:45 LKO |
8h 53m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Shaheed Express
#14674 · Exp
|
21:15 DLI |
06:10 LKO |
8h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Saryu Yamuna Express
#14650 · Exp
|
21:15 DLI |
06:10 LKO |
8h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Farakka Express
#13484 · Exp
|
21:50 DLI |
07:15 LKO |
9h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Farakka Express
#13414 · Exp
|
21:50 DLI |
07:15 LKO |
9h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
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Lucknow Mail
#12230 · SF
|
22:10 NDLS |
06:45 LKO |
8h 35m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
NewDelhi-Lucknow AC Express
#12234 · SF
|
23:30 NDLS |
07:10 LKO |
7h 40m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
New Delhi-Lucknow tri-weekly Special
#04202 · Exp
|
23:55 NDLS |
09:45 LKO |
9h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 39 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
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