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What is the best way to travel from Lucknow to New Delhi?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool for the journey to New Delhi from Lucknow. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 38 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 0m
$6
$10
112
Train
6h 25m
$16
$20
2
Car
6h 40m
$10
$12
6

What is the cheapest way to reach New Delhi from Lucknow?

You can get to New Delhi with just $6 by taking a Bus from Raj Kalpana Travels, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $9
Monday
from $6
Tuesday
from $13
Wednesday
from $6
Thursday
from $6
Friday
from $11
Saturday
from $16

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Fouji Travels
    7h 50m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:00 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Fouji Travels
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 30m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Zingbus
    9h 10m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:10 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 40m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Lucknow
    10:40 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $10
  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Lucknow
    3:00 AM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $10
  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Lucknow
    10:00 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $11
  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Lucknow
    7:00 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $13
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 55m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    10:25 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $19
  • Indian Railways
    6h 25m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    12:35 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $23

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Zingbus
    9h 10m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:10 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 25m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    12:35 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $21
  • Indian Railways
    6h 55m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    10:25 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $21

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Kamta High Court Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    10:25 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Zingbus
    9h 10m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:10 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $8
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 55m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    10:25 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $20
  • Indian Railways
    6h 25m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    12:35 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $21

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Zingbus
    9h 10m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:10 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Gorakhdham Express
    7h 44m
    0
    11:46 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Gorakhdham Express
    Premium Economy
    $8
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 0m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $8
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    7h 0m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $8

    Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 50m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Lucknow
    5:30 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $11
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 40m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Lucknow
    6:00 AM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Kamta High Court Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    10:25 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 25m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    12:35 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $16
  • Indian Railways
    6h 55m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    10:25 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $18
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Kamta High Court Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    10:25 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17

What are the fastest trips from Lucknow to New Delhi?

You can get to New Delhi from Lucknow in just 6h 25m with a Train from Indian Railways. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 6h 25m
Monday
from 6h 25m
Tuesday
from 8h 50m
Wednesday
from 6h 25m
Thursday
from 7h 0m
Friday
from 6h 40m
Saturday
from 6h 25m

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 25m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    12:35 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $23
  • Indian Railways
    6h 55m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    10:25 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $19
  • Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 40m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Lucknow
    10:40 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $10
  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Lucknow
    3:00 AM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $10
  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Lucknow
    10:00 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $11
  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Lucknow
    7:00 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $13
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Fouji Travels
    7h 50m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:00 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Fouji Travels
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 30m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Zingbus
    9h 10m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:10 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $10

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 25m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    12:35 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $21
  • Indian Railways
    6h 55m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    10:25 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $21
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Yolobus
    7h 11m
    0
    11:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:16 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Yolobus
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $7

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    10:25 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Kamta High Court Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 25m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    12:35 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $21
  • Indian Railways
    6h 55m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    10:25 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $20
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $8
  • Khajuraho Travels
    8h 25m
    0
    12:17 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    8:42 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Khajuraho Travels
    Premium Economy
    $12

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    7h 0m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $8
  • Gorakhdham Express
    7h 44m
    0
    11:46 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Gorakhdham Express
    Premium Economy
    $8
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 0m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $8
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $9

    Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 40m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Lucknow
    6:00 AM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $14
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 50m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Lucknow
    5:30 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $11
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    10:25 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Kamta High Court Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 25m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    12:35 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $16
  • Indian Railways
    6h 55m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Lucknow Junction Train Station
    10:25 PM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $18
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    10:25 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Kamta High Court Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Lucknow to New Delhi

What are the most popular stations in Lucknow and New Delhi?

In Lucknow, you will usually depart from Charbagh Bus Station, Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop or Bus Stop, while in New Delhi you will be arriving at Railway Station, Sadar Bazar Train Station or FlixBus Delhi RK Ashram Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to New Delhi from Lucknow? With 5 connections between 38 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Lucknow and New Delhi, you can pay as low as $6 with a Bus from Raj Kalpana Travels.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Indian Railways: you will get to New Delhi in just 6h 25m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Lucknow and New Delhi are Indian Railways, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Lucknow and New Delhi is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Lucknow Airport or to Delhi, and look at flights from Lucknow Airport, and landing at Delhi Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Lucknow to New Delhi?

The most popular companies between Lucknow and New Delhi, are Indian Railways, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus, Intrcity Smartbus, Laxmi Holidays and 6 more.

Train companies: Indian Railways

All you need to know when you travel from Lucknow to New Delhi

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lucknow to New Delhi. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Lucknow to New Delhi

How can I reach New Delhi from Lucknow?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to New Delhi from Lucknow.

How far is New Delhi from Lucknow?

The distance between Lucknow and New Delhi is 258.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lucknow and New Delhi?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 15 kgs, a car 71 kgs, and a flight 102 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lucknow to New Delhi?

You can get to New Delhi with just $6 by taking a Bus from Raj Kalpana Travels.

What is the fastest way to get from Lucknow to New Delhi?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to New Delhi in just 6h 25m with a Train from Indian Railways.

More routes to Lucknow and to New Delhi

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Lucknow and to New Delhi. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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