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Compare all timetables for the bus from Varanasi to Lucknow

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Varanasi to Lucknow from various bus operators like UPSRTC, Intrcity Smartbus or Arora Travels for the next days.

today
tomorrow
from $12
Tuesday
from $14
Wednesday
Thursday
from $12
Friday
from $6
Saturday
from $13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 35m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    12:05 AM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $12
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 35m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    12:05 AM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Business
    $19
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 35m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    12:05 AM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    First Class
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Varanasi to Lucknow via Gorakhpur, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      6h 45m
      0
      5:30 AM
      Varanasi
      Bus Stand
      9:08 AM
      Gorakhpur
      SH 81
      0
      12Go Asia
      Basic
      $5
    • Waiting Time 2h 42m
    • 12Go Asia
      0h 25m
      0
      11:50 AM
      Gorakhpur
      SH 81
      12:15 PM
      Lucknow
      Bus Stop
      0
      12Go Asia
      Basic
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 25m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    11:55 PM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $14
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 25m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    11:55 PM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Business
    $18
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 25m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    11:55 PM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    First Class
    $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Varanasi to Lucknow via Gorakhpur, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      6h 45m
      0
      5:30 AM
      Varanasi
      Bus Stand
      9:08 AM
      Gorakhpur
      SH 81
      0
      12Go Asia
      Basic
      $5
    • Waiting Time 2h 42m
    • 12Go Asia
      0h 25m
      0
      11:50 AM
      Gorakhpur
      SH 81
      12:15 PM
      Lucknow
      Bus Stop
      0
      12Go Asia
      Basic
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 25m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    11:55 PM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $12
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 25m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    11:55 PM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Business
    $19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Varanasi to Lucknow via Gorakhpur, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      6h 45m
      0
      5:30 AM
      Varanasi
      Bus Stand
      9:08 AM
      Gorakhpur
      SH 81
      0
      12Go Asia
      Basic
      $5
    • Waiting Time 2h 42m
    • 12Go Asia
      0h 25m
      0
      11:50 AM
      Gorakhpur
      SH 81
      12:15 PM
      Lucknow
      Bus Stop
      0
      12Go Asia
      Basic
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • UPSRTC
    8h 30m
    0
    3:00 AM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    11:30 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    0
    UPSRTC
    Basic
    $6
  • Sethi Yatra Company
    7h 50m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    11:40 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    0
    Sethi Yatra Company
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Chintamani Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    2:00 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    0
    Chintamani Travels
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Goyal Travels
    7h 25m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    11:25 PM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    0
    Goyal Travels
    Premium Economy
    $11
  • Arora Travels
    5h 30m
    0
    10:31 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    4:01 AM
    Lucknow
    Bus Stop
    0
    Arora Travels
    Business
    $13

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 25m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    11:55 PM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $13
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 25m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    11:55 PM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Business
    $19
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 25m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Varanasi
    Bus Stop
    11:55 PM
    Lucknow
    Alambagh Bus Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    First Class
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Varanasi to Lucknow via Gorakhpur, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      6h 45m
      0
      5:30 AM
      Varanasi
      Bus Stand
      9:08 AM
      Gorakhpur
      SH 81
      0
      12Go Asia
      Basic
      $5
    • Waiting Time 2h 42m
    • 12Go Asia
      0h 25m
      0
      11:50 AM
      Gorakhpur
      SH 81
      12:15 PM
      Lucknow
      Bus Stop
      0
      12Go Asia
      Basic
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $3

Frequency of bus connections between Varanasi and Lucknow

See here how frequent the connections between Varanasi and Lucknow are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 72 daily buses from Varanasi to Lucknow. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Varanasi and Lucknow.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 37 buses from Varanasi to Lucknow, while Night sees the fewest connections between Varanasi and Lucknow, with 4 offers.

Enjoy these deals on your way from Varanasi to Lucknow

Facts about the bus from Varanasi to Lucknow

Compare all providers like UPSRTC, Intrcity Smartbus and Arora Travels that travel 16 times every day by bus from Varanasi to Lucknow in one click! Book your bus ticket from Varanasi to Lucknow starting from $6!

Cheapest Bus $6
Fastest Bus 5h 30m
Earliest Bus 6:00 PM
Latest Bus 6:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 16 Ø
Distance 166.9 miles
Bus Companies UPSRTC, Intrcity Smartbus, Arora Travels, Khajuraho Travels, Raj Kalpana Travels, Sethi Yatra Company, Goyal Travels, Highway Star Travel Cargo, Chintamani Travels and Shakmbhari Travels

Cheapest bus connections from Varanasi to Lucknow

Every day, 16 buses from 10 bus companies leave Varanasi for Lucknow: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/13/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/13
Monday 07/14
$12
Tuesday 07/15
$14
Wednesday 07/16
Thursday 07/17
$12
Friday 07/18
$6
Saturday 07/19
$13
Sunday 07/20
$6
Monday 07/21
$13
Tuesday 07/22
$5
Wednesday 07/23
Thursday 07/24
Friday 07/25
$6
Saturday 07/26
Sunday 07/27
Monday 07/28
$6
Tuesday 07/29
Wednesday 07/30
Thursday 07/31
Friday 08/01
Saturday 08/02
Sunday 08/03
Monday 08/04
Tuesday 08/05
Wednesday 08/06
Thursday 08/07
Friday 08/08
Saturday 08/09

The cheapest time to travel from Varanasi to Lucknow

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Varanasi to Lucknow, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $6, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Varanasi to Lucknow. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $14.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Varanasi to Lucknow, with $6. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $6.

How to save money travelling from Varanasi to Lucknow

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Varanasi to Lucknow in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Varanasi to Lucknow, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Varanasi to Lucknow are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Varanasi and Lucknow

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Varanasi and Lucknow.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Varanasi to Lucknow? Compare all modes of transports from Varanasi to Lucknow.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Varanasi to Lucknow

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Varanasi to Lucknow? Or which bus companies serve the route Varanasi to Lucknow? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Varanasi to Lucknow bus

How much does a Varanasi Lucknow bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $6 and takes 8h 30m to reach Lucknow. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Varanasi to Lucknow?

This route is offered by 10 companies with a range of ticket prices between $6 and $67. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Lucknow.

On average, how many connections are available from Varanasi to Lucknow each day?

Every day, the Varanasi to Lucknow bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Varanasi to Lucknow take?

The fastest bus from Varanasi to Lucknow is offered by Khajuraho Travels and takes 5h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $20. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Varanasi to Lucknow?

The earliest bus arriving in Lucknow from Varanasi starts at 6:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Varanasi to Lucknow?

The latest bus trip departing from Varanasi for Lucknow starts at 6:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Varanasi Lucknow route?

When traveling by bus from Varanasi to Lucknow, passengers can travel with UPSRTC, Intrcity Smartbus and Arora Travels. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Lucknow?

You can check all the direct connections between Varanasi and Lucknow by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: UPSRTC, Intrcity Smartbus and Arora Travels.

What can I take with me on the Varanasi to Lucknow bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Varanasi Lucknow bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Varanasi Lucknow bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Varanasi to Lucknow on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Varanasi to Lucknow

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

Business
Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

More bus routes to Varanasi and to Lucknow

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Varanasi and to Lucknow. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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