Delhi to Lucknow
The distance from Delhi to Lucknow is about 521 km by road, roughly 10.5 hours (estimated). Lucknow is connected by road with all the major cities of the country. Some of the
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.
Overview
The distance from Delhi to Lucknow is about 521 km by road, roughly 10.5 hours (estimated). Lucknow is connected by road with all the major cities of the country. Some of the major road distances are: Agra 363 km Ayodhya 135 km Kolkata 985 km Delhi 497 km Kanpur 79 km Prayagraj 210 km Varanasi 280 km
Route Map
By Car: Delhi to Lucknow
521 km · ~11h 5m · About 10h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Delhi
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 261Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 411Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop
Arrive in LucknowLucknow, 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: Delhi to Lucknow
521 km · ~11h 35m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Delhi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Delhi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Delhi → Lucknow
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~521 km
~11h 35m|Tentative fare ₹570–₹1,510
- 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: Delhi to Lucknow
Nearest railway stations: New Delhi for Delhi, Lucknow for Lucknow.
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.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Delhi to Lucknow. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Kasganj215 km from Delhi
- Farrukhabad350 km from Delhi
- Hardoi410 km from Delhi
Hotels in Lucknow
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Treebo Resto- Near Lucknow Railway Station
Lucknow
Treebo Silver Stallion
Lucknow
Treebo Edesia
Lucknow
Treebo Shivam Inn Near Singapore Mall
Lucknow
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.
Suggested Lucknow Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Lucknow
- Travel from Delhi to Lucknow (about 10.5 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 Delhi
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
521 km
10.5 hours
Approximately 521 km by road from Delhi to Lucknow, roughly 10.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
521 km
The nearest railway station to Lucknow is Lucknow Charbagh railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 521 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO), about 10 km away.
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