Delhi to Lucknow Trains

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Delhi to Lucknow Train Information

Distance
493 kms
Duration
08h 31m
Trains During Day
44
Trains At Night
32
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Delhi to Lucknow Online Train Ticket Booking

Several trains are running from Delhi to Lucknow based on your travel and budget preferences. Booking train tickets from Delhi to Lucknow is easy and convenient on redRail, an IRCTC-authorized platform offering a variety of train options. You can view a list of trains, including train number, name, travel class, duration, and departure or arrival timings when booking your railway tickets.

For booking Delhi to Lucknow train tickets with redRail, enter your journey details, select trains, check seat availability, use exclusive offers and get up to Rs 60 OFF on train tickets and make the payment to confirm your railway ticket booking.

You can get detailed information about the Delhi to Lucknow train timetable, availability, ticket price, train running status, coach position, and PNR status on redRail.


Delhi to Lucknow Distance


There are 76 trains running from Delhi to Lucknow, covering an approximate distance of 493 kms km. While some trains run on a daily basis, others run weekly.


Delhi to Lucknow Timings


The first train from Delhi to Lucknow is ANVT CPR SPL (05306) departing at 00:20 from Delhi (ANVT).

The last train from Delhi to Lucknow is JBN SUMMER SPL (04094), departing at 23:55 from Delhi (ANVT).

Weekly Trains from Delhi to Lucknow

There are 20 trains running weekly from Delhi to Lucknow. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Delhi to Lucknow.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
SUSHASAN EXP (22199)19:2503:2508 hrs 00 mins-
BGKT KYQ EXP (15623)03:3714:2010 hrs 43 mins-
MFP GARIB RATH (12212)20:5505:1508 hrs 20 mins-
SADBHAVNA EXP (14018)16:3002:1509 hrs 45 mins-
ANVT GKP EXP (15058)17:1001:5508 hrs 45 mins-
BKN HWH SF EXP (12372)15:1023:3508 hrs 25 mins-
ANVT MLDT EXP (13430)17:1002:5009 hrs 40 mins-
DLI CPR EXPRESS (15116)14:0001:1011 hrs 10 mins-
UDZ NJP EXP (19601)15:1023:3508 hrs 25 mins-
SBIB SLN SF EXP (20939)23:2508:5509 hrs 30 mins-
SBIB BSB S FAST (20963)15:1023:3508 hrs 25 mins-
GKP SUMMER SPL (04022)14:0023:0009 hrs 00 mins-
LKO SUMMER SPL (04208)20:2006:3510 hrs 15 mins-
DHN SUMMER SPL (03314)10:3019:1008 hrs 40 mins-
MAU SUMMER SPL (05302)05:1014:5009 hrs 40 mins-
DLI GKP SPL (05058)14:0001:1611 hrs 16 mins-
JBN SUMMER SPL (04094)23:5509:0009 hrs 05 mins-
MFP SUMMER SPL (04018)09:0017:3508 hrs 35 mins-
BJU SUMMER SPL (04020)19:3003:3008 hrs 00 mins-
CPR SUMMER SPL (05114)16:0003:1511 hrs 15 mins-

Daily Trains from Delhi to Lucknow

There are 23 trains running daily from Delhi to Lucknow. Below is a list of trains running daily from Delhi to Lucknow.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
SHRAMJIVI EXP (12392)13:1021:2008 hrs 10 mins-
LUCKNOW MAIL (12230)22:0006:4008 hrs 40 mins-
NDLS BJU SPL (02564)17:5501:2507 hrs 30 mins-
ASR KIR EXPRESS (15708)16:3202:4010 hrs 08 mins-
KASHI V NATH EX (15128)11:3521:0509 hrs 30 mins-
VAISHALI EXP (12554)20:4004:3707 hrs 57 mins-
NDLS LKO AC EXP (12430)23:2507:2508 hrs 00 mins-
SAPT KRANTI EXP (12558)14:3522:3007 hrs 55 mins-
GORAKHDHAM EXP (12556)21:2504:5007 hrs 25 mins-
NDLS DBG SF SPL (02570)12:1519:4007 hrs 25 mins-
SHATABDI EXPRESS (12004)06:1012:5506 hrs 45 mins-
GOMTI EXPRESS (12420)12:5521:3008 hrs 35 mins-
KAIFIYAT EXP (12226)20:2504:2007 hrs 55 mins-
PADMAVAT EXP (14208)19:5004:4008 hrs 50 mins-
BIHAR S KRANTI (12566)12:4520:3007 hrs 45 mins-
AVADH ASSAM EXP (15910)07:2217:3010 hrs 08 mins-
AYODHYA EXPRESS (14206)18:2003:1508 hrs 55 mins-
UNCHAHAR EXP (14218)21:3006:0608 hrs 36 mins-
NAUCHANDI EXP (14242)20:5005:0008 hrs 10 mins-
ANVT MAU EXP (15026)13:2520:5007 hrs 25 mins-
SATYAGRAH EXP (15274)17:3004:0410 hrs 34 mins-
FARAKKA EXP (15744)21:4008:1510 hrs 35 mins-
MTC LJN SF EXP (22454)07:3815:0507 hrs 27 mins-

Delhi to Lucknow Train Ticket Price

The Delhi to Lucknow train ticket price varies based on the journey date, the type of coach, and your budget preferences. The minimum ticket price from Delhi to Lucknow is ₹190, while the maximum ticket price from Delhi to Lucknow is ₹1225.
Here are the cheapest train ticket prices from Delhi to Lucknow for all classes:
ClassMinimum Price
1A₹1175
2A₹710
3A₹505
SL₹190
CC₹675
EA₹1225
EC₹1065
2S₹195

About Lucknow

Lucknow is the largest city and the capital of Uttar Pradesh, with a great cultural heritage. The city is also popularly known as the “The City of Nawabs”, “Shiraz-i-Hind”, “The Constantinople of India”, and “The Golden City of the East. This city is popular for its Tehzeeb and Adab (hospitality and manners), delicate embroidery, gorgeous gardens, and dance forms such as Kathak. The people of Lucknow are known to be the most courteous as well as warmest people in India.

Delhi to Lucknow Distance

The distance between Delhi and Lucknow is around 554.8 Km. By road, it will approximately take close to 6 to 6.5 hours, depending on the route you take. The time it takes to travel from Delhi to Lucknow by rail, on the other hand, is between 7 to 9 hours. This again depends on the train you select from Delhi to Lucknow. If you want to travel from Delhi to Lucknow by train and want to reach the earliest, then the best train for you to take is Bihar Sampark Kranti Express. This train will get you to Delhi within 7 hours. The cheapest train from Delhi to Lucknow is the night train which again will take you close to 8 to 8.5 hours to reach Lucknow. Generally, 45 trains run weekly from Delhi to Lucknow. However, we recommend checking the holiday and weekend schedules in advance as the timings can vary. We recommend that you check the train route from Delhi to Lucknow and understand which train would be ideal for you before you make your reservations.

Railway Stations in Delhi

The railway stations of Delhi manage a huge number of trains if you compare them to the stations of other cities in India. While checking for Delhi to Lucknow new trains on the website, there are various stations featured on the routes. This is because there are 6 major stations in the capital of India. They include:
  • New Delhi Railway Station
    This railway station has the record of the most extensive interlinking route globally. This station is the main hub for trains such as the Rajdhani Express, and it is the beginning and the last point of the Shatabdi Express.Station Code - NDLSNumber of platforms - 16
  • Delhi Junction Railway Station or Old Delhi Railway Station
    This railway station in Delhi was built sixty years before the New Delhi railway station. Also known as the Delhi junction railway station, this station manages close to 180000 passengers daily.Station Code - DLINumber of platforms - 16
  • Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway station
    This station was originally built on sharing some load of the passengers with the New Delhi Railway Station and is handled by the Northern Railway Zone. Various Rajdhani Trains that commute to the Southern part of the country originate from this station.Station Code: NZMNumber of platforms: 7
  • Anand Vihar Terminal Railway Station
    This station is located in the Eastern part of Delhi. This station has all the basic amenities which include the booking office, counters and also the waiting offices.Station Code: ANVTNumber of platforms: 7
  • Delhi Sarai Rohilla Railway Station
    This station was initially built as a terminus. Various trains that originate from Delhi and go towards Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh, and also Mumbai start from this particular station.Station Code - DEENumber of platforms: 7
  • Delhi Shahdara Junction Railway Station
    This station falls under the Northern Railway Zone and is situated in Shahdara in Eastern Delhi.Station Code: DSANumber of platforms: 4

Major Railway Stations in Delhi

Delhi has several important railway stations serving different parts of the country. Some of the major railway stations in Delhi are:

  • New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS): New Delhi Railway Station, often referred to as NDLS, is the main and largest railway station in Delhi. It is a major transportation hub and serves as the main gateway to the city for many long-distance trains. It is connected to various parts of India through multiple rail routes.
  • Old Delhi Railway Station (DLI): Old Delhi Railway Station, also known as Delhi Junction, is another significant railway station in the city. It is one of the oldest and busiest railway stations in India. It serves as a major stop for numerous long-distance trains and is well-connected to various parts of the country.
  • Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station (NZM): Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station, commonly known as Nizamuddin Station, is an essential railway terminal in Delhi. It primarily handles trains connecting Delhi with the southern, eastern, and southeastern parts of India.
  • Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT): Anand Vihar Terminal is a relatively newer railway station in Delhi and serves as a significant terminal for several express and superfast trains, particularly connecting Delhi with cities in northern and eastern India.
  • Delhi Sarai Rohilla (DEE): Delhi Sarai Rohilla is another important railway station in Delhi, handling various long-distance trains and serving as a stop for some important train routes.
  • Delhi Cantt (DEC): Delhi Cantt is a railway station primarily serving the needs of travelers in the western part of Delhi.

Major Railway Stations in Lucknow

Some of the major railway stations in Lucknow are:

  1. Lucknow Charbagh (LKO): Lucknow Charbagh, also known as Lucknow NR (North Railway) station, is the main and largest railway station in Lucknow. It serves as a significant railway junction and handles both long-distance and local train services.
  2. Lucknow Junction (LJN): Lucknow Junction is another important railway station in the city, serving as a terminal for some trains and providing connectivity to different regions.
  3. Aishbagh (ASH): Aishbagh Railway Station is another significant station in Lucknow, handling both long-distance and local train services.
  4. Gomti Nagar (GTNR): Gomti Nagar Railway Station serves as a convenient stop for travelers in the Gomti Nagar area of Lucknow.
  5. Alamnagar (AMG): Alamnagar Railway Station is located in Lucknow and serves as a stop for various train services.

FAQs

How many trains run from Delhi to Lucknow?
There are 76 trains that run from Delhi to Lucknow route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance.
How many railway stations are there in Delhi?
There are 19 stations in Delhi.
How many railway stations are there in Lucknow?
There are 8 stations in Lucknow.
How to get the cheapest train tickets from Delhi to Lucknow?
redRail offers you the best deal to book the cheapest IRCTC train tickets. Use the coupon code SUPERB60 and get Rs. 60 OFF on your first ticket booking.
Which is the cheapest train from Delhi to Lucknow?
The cheapest train running from Delhi to Lucknow is 22125 (NGP ASR AC EXP)
How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?
For any train ticket booking queries from Delhi to Lucknow, call the customer support of redRail at 9902977777.
Which is the fastest train running from Delhi to Lucknow?
ANVT MAU SF EXP (22540) is the fastest among the Delhi to Lucknow Trains. It departs from Delhi (ANVT) at 16:45 and arrives at Lucknow (LKO) at 23:10, covering the distance in just 06 hrs 25 mins.
What is the distance covered by the train from Delhi to Lucknow?
The distance covered from Delhi to Lucknow is 493 kms