Lucknow to Jalpaiguri
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh to Jalpaiguri, West Bengal.
Tentative Fare Estimate
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: Lucknow to Jalpaiguri
1006 km · ~21h 7m · About 20h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Lucknow
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.
185 km · 3h 42m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 335Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 485Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
185 km · 3h 42m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 671Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 821Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
185 km · 3h 42m drive from previous stop
Arrive in JalpaiguriJalpaiguri, West Bengal
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: Lucknow to Jalpaiguri
1006 km · ~22h 22m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Lucknow
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Lucknow. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Lucknow → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~503 km
~11h 11m|Tentative fare ₹550–₹1,460
- Change buses at a major city (around km 503)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Jalpaiguri. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → Jalpaiguri
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~503 km
~11h 11m|Tentative fare ₹550–₹1,460
- Arrive in Jalpaiguri
Jalpaiguri, West Bengal
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Lucknow to Jalpaiguri
Nearest railway stations: Lucknow for Lucknow, Jalpaiguri Road for Jalpaiguri.
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.
Transport Options
Lucknow to Jalpaiguri: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Lucknow to Jalpaiguri is about 1006 km by road, roughly 20.1 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 1006 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹11,170 · Sedan ₹13,180 · SUV ₹17,250 · Innova / MUV ₹19,310 · Tempo Traveller ₹22,430
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,110 · AC Seater ₹1,810 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,610 · AC Sleeper ₹2,310 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,870
- Train: Sleeper ₹630 · Economy ₹1,040 · Third AC ₹1,440 · Second AC ₹2,040 · First AC ₹2,850
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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