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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, Carpool and Trains 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
6h 59m
$5
$13
227
Train
6h 25m
$8
$14
3
Car
7h 30m
$13
$16
1

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

You can get to New Delhi with just $5 by taking a Bus from Yolobus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $6
Monday
from $6
Tuesday
from $8
Wednesday
from $6
Thursday
from $16
Friday
from $6
Saturday
from $5

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 15m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    6:20 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • Shakmbhari Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Shakmbhari Travels
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:00 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 45m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:05 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $10

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    9:00 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $8
  • FlixBus
    9h 15m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    6:20 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $8
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 15m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:45 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    8h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Lucknow
    3:00 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $19

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Indian Railways
    8h 45m
    0
    8:25 PM
    Lucknow
    Aishbagh Junction Train Station
    5:10 AM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $8
  • Indian Railways
    7h 55m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Aishbagh Junction Train Station
    4:00 AM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $9
  • 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 Tuesday

  • Jagdamba Tourism
    8h 30m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Jagdamba Tourism
    Premium Economy
    $17
  • River Tour
    7h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    4:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    River Tour
    Premium Economy
    $22
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    9:00 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $24
  • Bss Cool Cool Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    12:20 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:50 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Bss Cool Cool Travels
    Premium Economy
    $25

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Zingbus
    9h 30m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 15m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:45 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    7h 20m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    9h 15m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    6:20 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6

    Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 30m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Lucknow
    11:30 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $16
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Jagdamba Tourism
    8h 30m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Jagdamba Tourism
    Premium Economy
    $17
  • River Tour
    7h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    4:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    River Tour
    Premium Economy
    $22
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    6h 59m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    11:59 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $24
  • Bss Cool Cool Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    12:20 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:50 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Bss Cool Cool Travels
    Premium Economy
    $25
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • 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 $18
  • 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 Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 15m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    6:20 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    6:35 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    7:25 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 50m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Lucknow
    3:50 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $13

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Yolobus
    7h 11m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:56 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Yolobus
    Premium Economy
    $5
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 30m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    9:00 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Zingbus
    8h 55m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:25 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $8

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 8h 0m
Monday
from 7h 9m
Tuesday
from 6h 55m
Wednesday
from 7h 20m
Thursday
from 6h 25m
Friday
from 7h 50m
Saturday
from 7h 11m

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Shakmbhari Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Shakmbhari Travels
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:00 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 45m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:05 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • FlixBus
    9h 15m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    6:20 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Yolobus
    7h 9m
    0
    1:50 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    8:59 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Yolobus
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    9:00 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $8
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 15m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:45 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    8h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Lucknow
    3:00 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $19

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • 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
  • Indian Railways
    7h 55m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Aishbagh Junction Train Station
    4:00 AM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $9
  • Indian Railways
    8h 45m
    0
    8:25 PM
    Lucknow
    Aishbagh Junction Train Station
    5:10 AM
    New Delhi
    Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $8
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Bss Cool Cool Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    12:20 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:50 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Bss Cool Cool Travels
    Premium Economy
    $25
  • Jamna Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    12:20 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:50 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Jamna Travels
    Premium Economy
    $26
  • River Tour
    7h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    4:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    River Tour
    Premium Economy
    $22
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    9:00 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $24

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    7h 20m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 15m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    6:45 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    9h 15m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    6:20 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • Zingbus
    9h 30m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:30 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $6

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • 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 $18
  • 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 Thursday

  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    6h 59m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    11:59 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $24
  • Jamna Travels
    7h 20m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:50 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Jamna Travels
    Premium Economy
    $26
  • Bss Cool Cool Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    12:20 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    7:50 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Bss Cool Cool Travels
    Premium Economy
    $25
  • River Tour
    7h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    4:15 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    River Tour
    Premium Economy
    $22
  • Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 30m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Lucknow
    11:30 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $16

    Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    7h 50m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Lucknow
    3:50 PM
    New Delhi
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $13
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    6:35 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    7:25 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    9h 15m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Lucknow
    Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop
    6:20 AM
    New Delhi
    Dhaula Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Yolobus
    7h 11m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:56 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Yolobus
    Premium Economy
    $5
  • Raj Kalpana Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:30 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Raj Kalpana Travels
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Laxmi Holidays
    8h 30m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    9:00 PM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Zingbus
    8h 55m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    5:25 AM
    New Delhi
    Sadar Bazar Train Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $8
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 Bus Stop, Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop or Charbagh Bus Station, while in New Delhi you will be arriving at Railway Station, Sadar Bazar Train Station or Hazrat Nizamuddin Train Station, 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, Carpool and Train 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 $5 with a Bus from Yolobus.

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 FlixBus, Raj Kalpana Travels and Indian Railways, 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 FlixBus, Raj Kalpana Travels and Indian Railways. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus, Raj Kalpana Travels, Laxmi Holidays and 10 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, Carpool and Train, 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 $5 by taking a Bus from Yolobus.

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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