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Prayagraj to Lucknow

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

235 kmDistance
4.7 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹11,710
Ertiga₹14,860
Innova₹15,490
Innova Crysta₹19,140
Tempo Traveller (12)₹26,200

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹260
AC Seater₹420
Non-AC Sleeper₹380
AC Sleeper₹540
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹710
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Train
Sleeper₹170
Economy₹270
Third AC₹360
Second AC₹500
First AC₹690
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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: Prayagraj to Lucknow

235 km · ~5h 2m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Prayagraj

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near Rae Bareli

    About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.

  3. 85 km · 1h 42m 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: Prayagraj to Lucknow

235 km · ~5h 13m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Prayagraj

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

  2. Prayagraj → Lucknow

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~235 km

    ~5h 13m|Tentative fare ₹260–₹710

    Usual tea / meal halts: Bachhrawan (~170 km)

  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: Prayagraj to Lucknow

Nearest railway stations: Allahabad Jn for Prayagraj, Lucknow for Lucknow.

Direct trains

Tribeni Express#14369 · Express
03:05 AMAllahabad Jn
5h 25m26 stops
08:30 AMLucknow
Ganga Gomti Express#14215 · Express
06:00 AMAllahabad Jn
4h 10m26 stops
10:10 AMLucknow
Vindhyachal-Lucknow InterCity#14209 · Express
03:20 PMAllahabad Jn
4h 20m26 stops
07:40 PMLucknow
Allahabad-Saharanpur Nauchandi Express#14511 · Express
05:40 PMAllahabad Jn
5h 15m26 stops
10:55 PMLucknow
Allahabad-Saharanpur Nauchandi Express Slip#14511-Slip · Express
05:40 PMAllahabad Jn
5h 15m26 stops
10:55 PMLucknow

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.

Prayagraj to Lucknow: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Prayagraj to Lucknow is about 235 km by road, roughly 4.7 hours of travel time. The road passes near Rae Bareli.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 235 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 ₹260 · AC Seater ₹420 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹380 · AC Sleeper ₹540 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹710
  • Train: Sleeper ₹170 · Economy ₹270 · Third AC ₹360 · Second AC ₹500 · First AC ₹690

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 Prayagraj to Lucknow. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Rae Bareli140 km from Prayagraj

Hotels in Lucknow

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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 Prayagraj to Lucknow (about 4.7 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 Prayagraj
Suggested from Lucknow's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

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