Lucknow City to Varanasi

Lucknow City to Varanasi

Lucknow City
Varanasi
Sun, Jul 7
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Lucknow City to Varanasi Schedule

Lucknow City to Varanasi Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 01:30 - 09:45₹ 1,251
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 02:35 - 08:05₹ 1,216
Mahalaxmi Travels AC Seater 04:25 - 11:01₹ 1,731
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 07:40 - 14:50₹ 1,251
Indian Railways 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 09:05 - 14:20₹ 1,776
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 10:40 - 16:55₹ 981
Indian Railways CC - AC Chair Class 13:10 - 20:30₹ 876
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 15:10 - 21:40₹ 525
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 17:20 - 01:30₹ 1,006
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 18:50 - 22:50₹ 1,541
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 21:00 - 06:15₹ 1,005
Golden Holidays AC Sleeper 22:30 - 05:20₹ 2,078

Transportation from Lucknow City to Varanasi

Facts about the transport from Lucknow City to Varanasi

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport4h
Earliest Departure1:30 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day92
Distance200 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Vistara, Go Air, Golden Holidays, Goyal Travels, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Mahalaxmi Travels , Ptcskybus, Rao Sahab Travels, Sethi Yatra, Shubham Tour , TravelODesk India, Vgo Bus, Yolo Bus, Zingbus

How to get from Lucknow City to Varanasi

When you want to get from Lucknow City to Varanasi, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 156.65. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 5.72.

How far is Lucknow City from Varanasi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lucknow City to Varanasi. Your trip will be a total of 125 miles (200 km). The flying distance is 125 miles (200 km).

How long does it take to get from Lucknow City to Varanasi?

The travel time from Lucknow City to Varanasi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 10 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Lucknow City to Varanasi?

The cost of the trip from Lucknow City to Varanasi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Indian Railways: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 5.72 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 156.65.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Lucknow City to Varanasi:

  • Train tickets - USD 5.73 to USD 28.11;
  • Bus tickets - USD 6.90 to USD 30.44;
  • flight price: USD 120.71 - USD 154.74. From Lucknow to Varanasi starting from 06:35 Lucknow Airport until 11:05 Lucknow Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 117.49 to USD 156.65.

How many trips per day are there between Lucknow City and Varanasi?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 68 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 04:25 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:55. There are 17 available bus trips every day.
  • 5 by flight from Lucknow to Varanasi starting from 06:35 Lucknow Airport until 11:05 Lucknow Airport
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Lucknow to Varanasi any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Lucknow to Varanasi is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 117.49.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Lucknow City to Varanasi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lucknow City to Varanasi? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 88% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 8% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% chosen flight
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.