Varanasi to Lucknow Trains

There are 33 weekly trains operating from Varanasi to Lucknow. Below is the complete list of trains running on this route, along with their departure and arrival times and days of operation, to help you plan your journey easily.

Train Name	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Starting Ticket Price
JAT SUMMER SPL (04609)	09:00	13:25	04 hrs 25 mins	₹1040
MLDT ANVT EXP (13429)	23:55	06:05	06 hrs 10 mins	₹210
SADBHAVANA EXP (14017)	11:45	18:05	06 hrs 20 mins	₹220
HWH LKU EXPRESS (12353)	19:10	00:55	05 hrs 45 mins	₹240
HUMSAFAR EXPRESS (19670)	05:05	12:00	06 hrs 55 mins	₹225
RGD HW SPL (03223)	14:15	21:00	06 hrs 45 mins	₹385
MMCT AC SPECIAL (09184)	14:30	21:15	06 hrs 45 mins	-
KOAA NLDM EXP (12325)	20:40	02:30	05 hrs 50 mins	₹230
HWH BKN SF EXP (12371)	19:10	00:55	05 hrs 45 mins	₹240
KOAA AGC EXPRES (13167)	23:00	05:25	06 hrs 25 mins	₹210
EKATMATA EXPRES (14259)	23:50	05:30	05 hrs 40 mins	-
MARUDHAR EXP (14865)	16:50	00:00	07 hrs 10 mins	₹210
KYQ BGKT EXP (15624)	19:10	00:55	05 hrs 45 mins	₹130
GHY OKHA EXP (15636)	10:10	16:50	06 hrs 40 mins	₹130
KYQ GIMB EXP (15668)	10:10	16:50	06 hrs 40 mins	₹130
NTSK ASR EXPRESS (15933)	22:20	05:55	07 hrs 35 mins	₹220
KYQ DADN EXP (19306)	05:10	12:00	06 hrs 50 mins	₹200
PNBE INDB EXP (19322)	16:00	22:40	06 hrs 40 mins	₹220
BSB SBIB EXPRESS (20964)	15:35	21:00	05 hrs 25 mins	₹230
HUMSAFAR EXP (22317)	00:20	06:05	05 hrs 45 mins	₹625
RGD MCTM SPL (03221)	21:05	04:00	06 hrs 55 mins	₹385
JBN ANVT SPECIAL (04093)	02:10	07:35	05 hrs 25 mins	₹385
MFP YNRK SPL (04301)	23:00	03:45	04 hrs 45 mins	₹385
SVDK SUMMER SPL (04603)	05:00	10:20	05 hrs 20 mins	₹385
BJU ANVT S SPL (04019)	04:20	09:15	04 hrs 55 mins	-
JBN ANVT SPECIAL (04073)	00:50	06:00	05 hrs 10 mins	-
DHN CDG SPL (03313)	07:50	13:45	05 hrs 55 mins	-
CDG SUMMER SPL (04206)	14:50	20:20	05 hrs 30 mins	₹415
SMVB GTNR SPL (06529)	01:40	11:30	09 hrs 50 mins	-
GCT SVDK EXP (14611)	09:08	17:15	08 hrs 07 mins	₹205
MFP ANVT S SPL (04017)	13:10	18:30	05 hrs 20 mins	-
CPR DLI EXP (15115)	14:25	22:35	08 hrs 10 mins	₹220
GHY SVDK SPL (04605)	22:35	01:55	03 hrs 20 mins	₹385

Varanasi to Lucknow Train Information

Distance	304 kms
Duration	06h 13m
Trains During Day	42
Trains At Night	46

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Varanasi to Lucknow Distance	304 kms
Varanasi to Lucknow Duration	06h 13m
Total number of trains running from Varanasi to Lucknow	88
Number of trains during the day	42
Number of trains at night	46
Fastest train from Varanasi to Lucknow	GHY SVDK SPL (04605)
Cheapest train from Varanasi to Lucknow	15624 (KYQ BGKT EXP)
First train from Varanasi to Lucknow	HUMSAFAR EXP,(22317)
Last train from Varanasi to Lucknow	MLDT ANVT EXP (13429)

Varanasi to Lucknow Train Ticket Prices

Train ticket fares between Varanasi and Lucknow vary by travel class, train type, quota availability, and date of journey. The average train ticket price is ₹120.0, while the maximum ticket price is ₹1870.0.

Major Railway Stations in Varanasi

The major railway stations in Varanasi are as follows:

Major Railway Stations in Lucknow

The major railway stations in Lucknow are as follows:

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FAQs on Varanasi to Lucknow Train

How to book Varanasi to Lucknow train tickets?

You can book Varanasi to Lucknow train tickets online using the redRail website or app. After a successful online payment and entering the correct IRCTC credentials, you will receive the e-ticket via SMS and email.

How many trains are running from Varanasi to Lucknow daily?

Currently, 14 trains run daily from Varanasi to Lucknow.

What are the major railway stations in Varanasi?

The major railway stations in Varanasi are as follows:

What are the major railway stations in Lucknow?

Lucknow has the following major railway stations:
Lucknow Charbagh Nr (LKO)
Gomti Nagar Lucknow (GTNR)
Lucknow Junction Ner (LJN)

Which is the fastest train running from Varanasi to Lucknow?

GHY SVDK SPL (04605) is the fastest among the Varanasi to Lucknow Trains. It departs from Jaunpur (JOP) at 22:35 and arrives at Lucknow (LKO) at 01:55, covering the distance in just 03 hrs 20 mins.

What documents do I need to book a train ticket online from A to B?

No documents are required for online booking, only your passenger details. However, you must carry valid photo ID during your journey. Acceptable forms include Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, or Passport.

How many days in advance can I book tickets for the Varanasi to Lucknow train?

You can book train tickets for the Varanasi to Lucknow up to 60 days in advance.

How can I order food on my train?

To order food on your train, visit the “Food on Track” app or the online portal at IRCTC eCatering. Enter your 10-digit PNR number and select the station where you want your order delivered. Select a restaurant, place your order, and pay. Your food will be delivered to your seat at the chosen station, with live train tracking via the IRCTC app.