Lucknow to Delhi

Lucknow to Delhi

Lucknow
Delhi
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Lucknow to Delhi Destination Reviews

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Michael V
The bus was definitely not the semi-sleeper 2x2 as sold, but a much less comfortable 2x3 bus. The chosen seat I paid for did not exist.
Lucknow to Delhi, Bus A/C Semi Sleeper, Raj Kalpana Travels, Feb 13, 2026
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Lucknow to Delhi Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Tomar Travels
AC Seater
00:00
06:00
$10.95
Bus
Khajuraho Travels
AC Seater
00:17
09:42
$20.78
Bus
MS Aps Anand Yatra
AC Seater
00:33
09:00
$16.43
Bus
Intrcity Smartbus
AC Seater
00:50
09:10
$16.21
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Bus
Safar Express Tour
AC Seater
01:06
09:01
$9.85
Bus
Safar Express
AC Sleeper
01:24
09:05
$8.66
Bus
Gola Bus Service
AC Sleeper
01:40
09:30
$17.53
Bus
Khajuraho Travels
AC Seater
01:56
10:11
$10.92
Bus
Gola Bus Service
AC Sleeper
02:15
09:30
$17.53
Bus
Safar Express
AC Seater
02:31
11:25
$21.91
Bus
Gola Bus Service
AC Seater
02:49
10:20
$21.91
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
03:10
12:00
$12.58
Bus
Diva Bus
AC Sleeper
03:30
11:20
$28.50
Bus
Sri Dev Gurjar Travels
Non-AC Seater
04:00
13:30
$16.43
Bus
UPSRTC
Non-AC Seater
04:19
19:05
$9.62
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
04:40
14:03
$21.04
Bus
UPSRTC
A/C Semi Sleeper
04:58
14:20
$11.45
Bus
UPSRTC
Non-AC Seater
05:15
19:05
$9.24
Flight
Air India
Economy
05:35
06:55
$48.92
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
05:55
13:38
$17.54

How to get from Lucknow to Delhi

Travelling between Lucknow and Delhi is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 154.10 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 17.71.

How long does it take to get from Lucknow to Delhi?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 13 hours to travel between Lucknow and Delhi depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Lucknow and Delhi. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 15m. Train does a much slower job and take about 12h 22m to reach Delhi.

How much does it cost to get from Lucknow to Delhi?

Travelling between Lucknow and Delhi can be as cheap as USD 17.71 if you opt for a FlixBus bus and as expensive as USD 154.10 if you buy a Akasa Air flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Lucknow and Delhi ?

  • 54 from Lucknow to Delhi starting from 06:15 Lucknow Airport until 23:20 Lucknow Airport
  • 1 from Lucknow to Delhi starting from 00:30 Lucknow Kamta Junction until 00:30 Lucknow Kamta Junction

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Lucknow to Delhi.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Lucknow to Delhi, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 45.55.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Lucknow and Delhi

Air India, Air India, Air India Express, Air India Express, Akasa Air, Akasa Air, Akasa Air, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo

Bus

Travelling from Lucknow to Delhi overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Lucknow and Delhi

FlixBus

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Lucknow and Delhi

Cab Expresso, TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Lucknow to Delhi?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 97% took a train
  • 3% decided to fly

Transportation from Lucknow to Delhi

Facts about the transport from Lucknow to Delhi

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure12:30 ночи
Latest Departure11:20 вечера
Departures per day55
Distance619 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Air India, Air India Express, Air India Express, Akasa Air, Akasa Air, Akasa Air, FlixBus, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo, TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India