Lucknow → Delhi
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The Lucknow to Delhi 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 Uttar Pradesh to Delhi.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Varanasi-Delhi Anand Vihar Terminus Garib Rath
#22407 · GR
|
01:30 LKO |
10:00 ANVT |
8h 30m | Daily | 3A |
|
Muzaffarpur-Anand Vihar(T) Garib Rath Exp.
#12211 · GR
|
04:30 LKO |
12:25 ANVT |
7h 55m | Daily | 3A |
|
Saharsa Amritsar Garib Rath
#12203 · GR
|
06:10 LKO |
13:33 ANVT |
7h 23m | Daily | 3A,CC |
|
DIBRUGARH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp
#12235 · Raj
|
06:10 LKO |
13:33 ANVT |
7h 23m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
DIBRUGARH TOWN - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp
#12435 · Raj
|
06:10 LKO |
13:34 ANVT |
7h 24m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Lucknow-NewDelhi Swarn Shatabdi Express
#12003 · Shtb
|
15:35 LKO |
21:47 ANVT |
6h 12m | Daily | CC |
|
Bihar Sampark Kranti Express
#12565 · SKr
|
21:20 LKO |
05:20 ANVT |
8h 00m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Lucknow-New Delhi AC Duronto Express
#12271 · Drnt
|
23:30 LKO |
07:22 ANVT |
7h 52m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
DANAPUR - DELHI ANAND VIHAR Jan Sadharan Express
#13257 ·
|
LKO |
ANVT |
Daily | ||
|
Faizabad Delhi Express
#14205 · Exp
|
00:50 LKO |
09:21 DSA |
8h 31m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Varanasi-Old Delhi Special
#04203 · Exp
|
01:08 LKO |
09:50 DSA |
8h 42m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Shaheed Express
#14673 · Exp
|
01:15 LKO |
11:38 DSA |
10h 23m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Saryu Yamuna Express
#14649 · Exp
|
01:15 LKO |
11:38 DSA |
10h 23m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Poorbiya Express
#15279 · Exp
|
03:30 LKO |
11:58 DSA |
8h 28m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
New Jalpaiguri Ajmer Weekly Express
#19602 · Exp
|
03:30 LKO |
12:04 DSA |
8h 34m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
New Jalpaiguri-New Delhi Superfast Express
#12523 · SF
|
03:30 LKO |
11:49 ANVT |
8h 19m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Muzaffarpur-Porbandar Express
#19270 · Exp
|
04:30 LKO |
12:33 DSA |
8h 03m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Radhikapur Delhi Link Express
#25715 · Exp
|
04:55 LKO |
12:59 DSA |
8h 04m | Daily | SL |
|
Garib Nawaz Express
#15715 · Exp
|
04:55 LKO |
12:59 DSA |
8h 04m | Daily | 1A,3A,SL |
|
Gomti Express
#12419 · SF
|
05:25 LKO |
13:41 ANVT |
8h 16m | Daily | 1A,2A,CC |
|
Awadh Assam Express
#15609 · Exp
|
05:35 LKO |
15:38 DSA |
10h 03m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
New Farakka-New Delhi Express
#14003 · Exp
|
05:50 LKO |
14:04 ANVT |
8h 14m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
PURI - NEW DELHI Neelanchal SF Exp
#12875 · SF
|
13:45 LKO |
21:40 NDLS |
7h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Amrapali Express
#15707 · Exp
|
18:10 LKO |
02:25 DSA |
8h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Muzaffarpur-Old Delhi Sadbhavna Express
#14007 · Exp
|
18:50 LKO |
04:35 DSA |
9h 45m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Sadbhavna Express
#14017 · Exp
|
18:50 LKO |
04:35 DSA |
9h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sadbhavna Express
#14015 · Exp
|
18:50 LKO |
04:35 DSA |
9h 45m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Sadbhavna Express
#14013 · Exp
|
18:50 LKO |
04:35 DSA |
9h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Farakka Express
#13413 · Exp
|
19:25 LKO |
04:03 DSA |
8h 38m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Farakka Express
#13483 · Exp
|
19:25 LKO |
04:03 DSA |
8h 38m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sapt Kranti SF Express
#12557 · SF
|
20:10 LKO |
04:05 ANVT |
7h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Shramjeevi Express
#12391 · SF
|
20:35 LKO |
04:46 ANVT |
8h 11m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Kashi Vishwanath Express
#14257 · Exp
|
20:50 LKO |
05:50 ANVT |
9h 00m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Sultanpur Ajmer Express
#19604 · Exp
|
21:15 LKO |
06:19 DSA |
9h 04m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Padmavat Express
#14207 · Exp
|
21:30 LKO |
06:57 DSA |
9h 27m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Gorakhdham Express
#12555 · SF
|
21:50 LKO |
05:39 ANVT |
7h 49m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Lucknow Mail
#12229 · SF
|
22:10 LKO |
06:28 ANVT |
8h 18m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Lucknow -New Delhi Special
#04201 · Exp
|
22:45 LKO |
07:52 ANVT |
9h 07m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Lucknow New Delhi AC Express
#12233 · SF
|
23:30 LKO |
07:08 ANVT |
7h 38m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
* 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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