Ayodhya to Kanpur
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh to Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Ayodhya to Kanpur
246 km · ~5h 15m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Ayodhya
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near NagramAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KanpurKanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Ayodhya to Kanpur
246 km · ~5h 28m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Ayodhya
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Ayodhya. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Ayodhya → Kanpur
AC Seater / Volvo · ~246 km
~5h 28m|Tentative fare ₹270–₹740
Usual tea / meal halts: Mauranwan (~170 km)
- Arrive in Kanpur
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Ayodhya to Kanpur
Nearest railway stations: Ayodhya for Ayodhya, Kanpur Central for Kanpur.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Ayodhya to Kanpur: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ayodhya to Kanpur is about 246 km by road, roughly 4.9 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 246 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,710 · Ertiga ₹14,860 · Innova ₹15,490 · Innova Crysta ₹19,140 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹26,200
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹270 · AC Seater ₹440 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹390 · AC Sleeper ₹570 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹740
- Train: Sleeper ₹180 · Economy ₹280 · Third AC ₹370 · Second AC ₹520 · First AC ₹720
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Kanpur guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kanpur.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Ayodhya to Kanpur. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Unnao225 km from Ayodhya
Hotels in Kanpur
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Kanpur
Things to Do in Kanpur
Sports Village
Sports Village is worth a visit while in Kanpur.
Ekta Park
Ekta Park is worth a visit while in Kanpur.
Blue World Theme Park
Blue World Theme Park is worth a visit while in Kanpur.
Golf Club
Play golf every morning by joining club.
Mahatma Gandhi park
Do boating at Mahatma Gandhi park.
Moti Jheel
Literally meaning "Pearl Lake", Moti Jheel is an artificial lake created during the British Raj. Boating and morning walks are popular lacustrine activities.
Suggested Kanpur Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kanpur
- Travel from Ayodhya to Kanpur (about 4.9 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Allen Forest Zoo
Day 2Explore Kanpur
- Visit JK Temple
- Visit Moti Jheel
- Visit Kanpur Memorial Church
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Phool Bagh
- Head back to Ayodhya
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