How to travel from Kochi to Lucknow, India

The distance between Kochi and Lucknow is around 1,963km (1,219 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 15m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Kochi to Lucknow by plane, bus, train 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 Kochi (COK) to Lucknow (LKO).

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Flight time3h 25m
  • Typical cost
    ₹8,675($110)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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2 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Aishbagh.

  • Duration1 day 23h
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,275($16)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Hyderabad Mehdipatnam then take the train to Aishbagh.

  • Duration1 day 19h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,300($54)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Lucknow.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Distance2,351km (1,461 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kochi and Lucknow

There are several options for getting from Kochi to Lucknow by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,275 ($16) and will take around 1 day 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹8,675 ($110).

The distance between Kochi and Lucknow is around 1,963km (1,219 miles).

It takes around 4h 15m to get from Kochi and Lucknow by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 9h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kochi to Lucknow is to fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx ₹8,675 ($110).

The cheapest way to travel between Kochi and Lucknow, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,275 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kochi and Lucknow. It typically takes around 1 day 23h and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kochi and Lucknow with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a week and takes 1 day 23h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kochi and Lucknow. Trains depart 4 times a week and will take around 1 day 23h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kochi and Lucknow. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (COK) to Lucknow (LKO). instead which will take 4h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kochi and Lucknow. Flights depart from Kochi (COK) and arrive at Lucknow (LKO) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 3h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Kochi to Lucknow. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 4h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kochi to Lucknow typically takes around 3h 25m. Flights depart from Kochi (COK) 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 Kochi and Lucknow. The distance is around 2,351km (1,461 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 9h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kochi to Lucknow is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 15m and will usually cost around ₹8,675 ($110).

How do I get from Kochi to Lucknow

Compare travel optionsbetween Kochi and Lucknow

Transport options from Kochi to Lucknow
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 15m
₹8,675($110)
on demand1,963km (1,219 miles)
Plane and Bus6h 35m
₹11,700($145)
hourly1,980km (1,230 miles)
Plane and Train6h 55m
₹9,230($115)
hourly2,302km (1,431 miles)
Train
1 day 23h
₹1,275($16)
4 times a week2,761km (1,715 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 19h
₹4,300($54)
3 times a week2,744km (1,705 miles)
Drive
1 day 9h
₹22,125($280)
on demand2,351km (1,461 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