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Dehradun to Lucknow

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

623 kmDistance
12.5 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹24,241
Ertiga₹30,783
Innova₹32,091
Innova Crysta₹39,632
Tempo Traveller (12)₹54,332

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹690
AC Seater₹1,120
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,000
AC Sleeper₹1,430
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹1,790
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Train
Sleeper₹400
Economy₹650
Third AC₹900
Second AC₹1,280
First AC₹1,770
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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: Dehradun to Lucknow

623 km · ~13h 8m · About 12h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Dehradun

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 162 km · 3h 14m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 312

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  4. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 462

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  5. 162 km · 3h 14m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Lucknow

    Lucknow, 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: Dehradun to Lucknow

623 km · ~13h 51m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Dehradun

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Dehradun. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Dehradun → Lucknow

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~623 km

    ~13h 51m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,790

  3. Arrive in Lucknow

    Lucknow, 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: Dehradun to Lucknow

Nearest railway stations: Dehradun for Dehradun, Lucknow for Lucknow.

Direct trains

Rapti Ganga Express#15006 · Express
03:35 PMDehradun
10h 30m79 stops
02:05 AM+1dLucknow
Rapti Ganga Express#15002 · Express
03:35 PMDehradun
10h 30m79 stops
02:05 AM+1dLucknow
Dehradun Varanasi Janata Express#14266 · Express
06:15 PMDehradun
11h 57m77 stops
06:12 AM+1dKakori
Doon Express#13010 · Express
08:25 PMDehradun
11h 55m79 stops
08:20 AM+1dLucknow
Upasana Express#12328 · Superfast
10:25 PMDehradun
10h 25m79 stops
08:50 AM+1dLucknow

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.

Dehradun to Lucknow: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Dehradun to Lucknow is about 623 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 623 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹24,241 · Ertiga ₹30,783 · Innova ₹32,091 · Innova Crysta ₹39,632 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹54,332
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹690 · AC Seater ₹1,120 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,000 · AC Sleeper ₹1,430 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,790
  • Train: Sleeper ₹400 · Economy ₹650 · Third AC ₹900 · Second AC ₹1,280 · First AC ₹1,770

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Lucknow.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Dehradun to Lucknow. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Haridwar55 km from Dehradun

    Uttarakhand

  2. Ramnagar190 km from Dehradun

    Uttarakhand

  3. Rampur250 km from Dehradun
  4. Pilibhit330 km from Dehradun
  5. Shahjahanpur425 km from Dehradun

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Things to Do in Lucknow

CIMAP (Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants)

CIMAP (Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants) is worth a visit while in Lucknow.

East End Mall & Wave Cinemas

East End Mall & Wave Cinemas is worth a visit while in Lucknow.

Fun Republic Mall & Fun Cinemas

Fun Republic Mall & Fun Cinemas is worth a visit while in Lucknow.

Haathi Park

A popular hangout place among the locals, the public park has two rows of large elephant statues as its main attraction.

NBRI (National Botanical Research Institute)

NBRI (National Botanical Research Institute) is worth a visit while in Lucknow.

Phoenix United Mall & PVR Cinemas

Phoenix United Mall & PVR Cinemas is worth a visit while in Lucknow.

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Suggested Lucknow Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Lucknow

  • Travel from Dehradun to Lucknow (about 12.5 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Rumi Darwaza

Day 2Explore Lucknow

  • Visit Hazratganj
  • Visit Ambedkar Memorial Park
  • Visit Chota Imambara

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Bara Imambara
  • Head back to Dehradun
Suggested from Lucknow's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

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