What is the best way to travel from Lucknow to Varanasi?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Carpool for the journey to Varanasi from Lucknow. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 11 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Varanasi from Lucknow?
You can get to Varanasi with just $6 by taking a Bus from Goyal Travels, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Goyal Travels6h 30m011:55 PMLucknowBus Stop6:25 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Goyal Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 11:55:00 PM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/24/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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New Shree Mahaveer Travels6h 30m04:30 AMLucknowBus Stop11:00 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from New Shree Mahaveer Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 4:30:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/23/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Sethi Yatra Company6h 5m02:10 AMLucknowBus Stop8:15 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Sethi Yatra Company goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 2:10:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/23/2025 8:15:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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Khajuraho Travels5h 50m04:16 AMLucknowBus Stop10:06 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Khajuraho Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 4:16:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/23/2025 10:06:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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Yolobus6h 45m010:25 PMLucknowBus Stop5:10 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Yolobus goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 10:25:00 PM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/24/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Sethi Yatra Company7h 25m011:00 PMLucknowBus Stop6:25 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Sethi Yatra Company goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 11:00:00 PM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/25/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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Khajuraho Travels7h 10m02:22 AMLucknowBus Stop9:32 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Khajuraho Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 2:22:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/24/2025 9:32:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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New Shree Mahaveer Travels6h 30m04:30 AMLucknowBus Stop11:00 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from New Shree Mahaveer Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 4:30:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/24/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Yolobus6h 45m010:25 PMLucknowBus Stop5:10 AMVaranasivinayaka Hotel0BasicA Bus from Yolobus goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 10:25:00 PM to vinayaka Hotel, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/25/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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Goyal Travels6h 30m011:55 PMLucknowBus Stop6:25 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Goyal Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 11:55:00 PM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/25/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Yolobus6h 38m011:00 AMLucknowBus Stop5:38 PMVaranasivinayaka Hotel0BasicA Bus from Yolobus goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/29/2025 11:00:00 AM to vinayaka Hotel, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/29/2025 5:38:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 38m
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Yolobus6h 45m010:25 PMLucknowBus Stop5:10 AMVaranasivinayaka Hotel0BasicA Bus from Yolobus goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/29/2025 10:25:00 PM to vinayaka Hotel, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/30/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Lucknow to Varanasi?
You can get to Varanasi from Lucknow in just 5h 50m with a Bus from Khajuraho Travels. 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.
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Khajuraho Travels5h 50m04:16 AMLucknowBus Stop10:06 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Khajuraho Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 4:16:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/23/2025 10:06:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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Sethi Yatra Company6h 5m02:10 AMLucknowBus Stop8:15 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Sethi Yatra Company goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 2:10:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/23/2025 8:15:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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Goyal Travels6h 30m011:55 PMLucknowBus Stop6:25 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Goyal Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 11:55:00 PM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/24/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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New Shree Mahaveer Travels6h 30m04:30 AMLucknowBus Stop11:00 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from New Shree Mahaveer Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 4:30:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/23/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Yolobus6h 45m010:25 PMLucknowBus Stop5:10 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Yolobus goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/23/2025 10:25:00 PM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/24/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Fastest Buses Friday
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New Shree Mahaveer Travels6h 30m04:30 AMLucknowBus Stop11:00 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from New Shree Mahaveer Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 4:30:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/24/2025 11:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Goyal Travels6h 30m011:55 PMLucknowBus Stop6:25 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Goyal Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 11:55:00 PM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/25/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Yolobus6h 45m010:25 PMLucknowBus Stop5:10 AMVaranasivinayaka Hotel0BasicA Bus from Yolobus goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 10:25:00 PM to vinayaka Hotel, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/25/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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Khajuraho Travels7h 10m02:22 AMLucknowBus Stop9:32 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Khajuraho Travels goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 2:22:00 AM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/24/2025 9:32:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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Sethi Yatra Company7h 25m011:00 PMLucknowBus Stop6:25 AMVaranasiBus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Sethi Yatra Company goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/24/2025 11:00:00 PM to Bus Stand, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/25/2025 6:25:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Yolobus6h 38m011:00 AMLucknowBus Stop5:38 PMVaranasivinayaka Hotel0BasicA Bus from Yolobus goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/29/2025 11:00:00 AM to vinayaka Hotel, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/29/2025 5:38:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 38m
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Yolobus6h 45m010:25 PMLucknowBus Stop5:10 AMVaranasivinayaka Hotel0BasicA Bus from Yolobus goes from Bus Stop, Lucknow (India) at 5/29/2025 10:25:00 PM to vinayaka Hotel, Varanasi (India) arriving at 5/30/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Lucknow to Varanasi
What are the most popular stations in Lucknow and Varanasi?
In Lucknow, you will usually depart from Charbagh Bus Station, Avadh Hospital ChaurahaBus Stop or Bus Stop, while in Varanasi you will be arriving at Banaras Train Station, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station or Red Bus, 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 Varanasi from Lucknow? With 4 connections between 11 Bus 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 Varanasi, you can pay as low as $6 with a Bus from Goyal 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 Bus from Khajuraho Travels: you will get to Varanasi in just 5h 50m.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 Varanasi are Yolobus, Goyal Travels and New Shree Mahaveer Travels, 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 Varanasi 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 Mughal Sarāi, and look at flights from Lucknow Airport, and landing at . 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 Varanasi?
The most popular companies between Lucknow and Varanasi, are Yolobus, Goyal Travels and New Shree Mahaveer Travels. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Yolobus, Goyal Travels, New Shree Mahaveer Travels and 2 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Lucknow to Varanasi
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lucknow to Varanasi. 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 Varanasi
How can I reach Varanasi from Lucknow?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Varanasi from Lucknow.
How far is Varanasi from Lucknow?
The distance between Lucknow and Varanasi is 166.9 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lucknow and Varanasi?
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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 46 kgs, and a flight 66 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lucknow to Varanasi?
You can get to Varanasi with just $6 by taking a Bus from Goyal Travels.
What is the fastest way to get from Lucknow to Varanasi?
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 Varanasi in just 5h 50m with a Bus from Khajuraho Travels.
More routes to Lucknow and to Varanasi
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Lucknow and to Varanasi. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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