How to travel from Darjeeling to Lucknow, India

The distance between Darjeeling and Lucknow is around 901km (560 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Darjeeling to Lucknow by plane, taxi, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Lucknow (LKO).

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time3h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,940($150)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Patna - Patlipura ISBT then take the train to Ballia then take the bus to Alambagh.

  • Duration23hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹5,410($68)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Lucknow.

  • Duration13h 10m
  • Distance901km (560 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darjeeling and Lucknow

There are several options for getting from Darjeeling to Lucknow by plane, taxi, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a taxi and then take the train which costs around ₹4,140 ($52) and will take around 24h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,940 ($150).

The distance between Darjeeling and Lucknow is around 901km (560 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 727km (452 miles)

It takes around 4h 50m to get from Darjeeling and Lucknow by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Darjeeling to Lucknow is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx ₹11,940 ($150).

The cheapest way to travel between Darjeeling and Lucknow, if you exclude driving, is to take a taxi and then take the train which will typically cost around ₹4,140 ($52) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Darjeeling and Lucknow. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Lucknow (LKO). instead which will take 4h 50m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Darjeeling and Lucknow. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Lucknow (LKO). instead which will take 4h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Darjeeling and Lucknow. Flights depart from Bagdogra (IXB) and arrive at Lucknow (LKO) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 3h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Darjeeling to Lucknow. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 4h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Darjeeling to Lucknow typically takes around 3h 30m. Flights depart from Bagdogra (IXB) and and arrive into Lucknow (LKO).

The closest major airport to Lucknow is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) (LKO) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Lucknow. Allahabad Airport (IXD) (IXD) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) (DEL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Darjeeling and Lucknow. The distance is around 901km (560 miles) by road and it will take around 13h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darjeeling to Lucknow is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ₹11,940 ($150).

How do I get from Darjeeling to Lucknow

Compare travel optionsbetween Darjeeling and Lucknow

Transport options from Darjeeling to Lucknow
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 50m
₹11,940($150)
on demand1,633km (1,014 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
23hrs
₹5,410($68)
once daily1,072km (666 miles)
Taxi and Train24h 15m
₹4,140($52)
4 times a day1,118km (695 miles)
Drive
13h 10m
₹7,320($90)
on demand901km (560 miles)

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Airports near Lucknow

The following major airports near Lucknow offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

LKO
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Lucknow
IXD
Allahabad Airport (IXD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
175km (109 miles) from Lucknow
DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
International Airport
Distance
423km (263 miles) from Lucknow